Port Orchard, WA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 13,997 (100% urban, 0% rural).

Median Age: 35.5 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,095.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Port Orchard: 110.9 (more than average, U.S. average is 100)

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $72,400 (it was $34,020 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $31,846 (it was $16,382 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $325,730 (it was $117,000 in 2000) Port Orchard:$325,730WA:$339,000

Races:
      White alone - 9,825 - 70.9%
      Hispanic - 1,455 - 10.5%
      Asian alone - 1,133 - 8.2%
      Two or more races - 765 - 5.5%
      Black alone - 527 - 3.8%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 154 - 1.1%
      American Indian alone - 109 - 0.8%

The first European-Americans to settle in what is now Port Orchard were William Renton and Daniel Howard, who set up a sawmill there in 1854. The town that was to become Port Orchard was originally platted in 1886 by Frederick Stevens, who named the new location after his father, Sidney. The town of Sidney was incorporated September 15, 1890, and was the first in Kitsap County to be both platted and incorporated. Shortly thereafter, the U.S. Navy sought a suitable location for another installation on the West Coast, and found it with the assistance of Sidney's residents in Orchard Bay (this installation would later become the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton).

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National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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450 S KITSAP BLVD STE 144 1.6 miles

450 S KITSAP BLVD STE 144
PORT ORCHARD, WA 98366
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BREMERTON, WA 98337
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2528 WHEATON WAY STE 202 3.0 miles

2528 WHEATON WAY STE 202
BREMERTON, WA 98310
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Bremerton, WA 98310
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SILVERDALE, WA 98383
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SILVERDALE, WA 98383
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SILVERDALE, WA 98383
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PORT ORCHARD, WA 98367
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GIG HARBOR, WA 98332
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SEATTLE, WA 98106
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SEATTLE, WA 98134
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Seattle, WA 98109
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POULSBO, WA 98370
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SEATTLE, WA 98108
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POULSBO, WA 98370
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Poulsbo, WA 98370
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SEATTLE, WA 98101
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SEATTLE, WA 98107
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ALLYN, WA 98524
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SEATTLE, WA 98134
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BURIEN, WA 98148
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SEATTLE, WA 98109
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SEATTLE, WA 98101
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BURIEN, WA 98148
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SEATTLE, WA 98104
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SEATTLE, WA 98144
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Seattle, WA 98122
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NORMANDY PARK, WA 98166
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SEATTLE, WA 98122
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SEATTLE, WA 98122
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Seattle, WA 98108
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SEATTLE, WA 98122
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Seattle, WA 98117
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TUKWILA, WA 98168
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TUKWILA, WA 98168
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GIG HARBOR, WA 98335
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SEATTLE, WA 98103
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SEATAC, WA 98188
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SEATTLE, WA 98125
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SEATTLE, WA 98125
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SEATTLE, WA 98125
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TUKWILA, WA 98188
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TUKWILA, WA 98188
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SHORELINE, WA 98133
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KENT, WA 98032
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KENT, WA 98032
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Renton, WA 98057
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Seattle, WA 98125
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FEDERAL WAY, WA 98023
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RENTON, WA 98057
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RENTON, WA 98057
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RENTON, WA 98055
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KENT, WA 98032
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TACOMA, WA 98465
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Federal Way, WA 98003
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KENT, WA 98032
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BELLEVUE, WA 98004
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RENTON, WA 98055
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TACOMA, WA 98402
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FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003
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Bellevue, WA 98004
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TACOMA, WA 98405
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TACOMA, WA 98405
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BELLEVUE, WA 98004
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TACOMA, WA 98405
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FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003
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Tacoma, WA 98405
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TACOMA, WA 98405
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TACOMA, WA 98402
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KENT, WA 98032
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TACOMA, WA 98405
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TACOMA, WA 98421
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Shoreline, WA 98155
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Shoreline, WA 98155
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BELLEVUE, WA 98005
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KENT, WA 98030
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EDMONDS, WA 98026
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Federal Way, WA 98003
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TACOMA, WA 98409
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BELLEVUE, WA 98005
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Kirkland, WA 98034
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FIFE, WA 98424
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Kirkland, WA 98033
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KINGSTON, WA 98346
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Bellevue, WA 98008
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FIFE, WA 98424
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KIRKLAND, WA 98034
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Kirkland, WA 98034
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AUBURN, WA 98001
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AUBURN, WA 98002
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If you need a Drug, Alcohol, COVID-19 or DNA test in Port Orchard, WA, Accredited Drug Testing has many drug testing locations in Port Orchard, WA and the surrounding areas. Our drug testing centers provide urine drug testing, hair drug testing, alcohol testing, DOT physicals, DOT drug testing and DNA testing. Our drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers in need of a pre-employment drug test, random drug test and post-accident drug test. We also provide testing for individuals needing a drug or alcohol test for court ordered reasons , probation or family purposes. Same day service is available and most drug testing Port Orchard, WA locations are within minutes of your home or office. Drug testing methods include urine, oral/saliva, hair follicle, blood , ETG and breath alcohol testing. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours.

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Step 1: Select and purchase your test online or call our Local scheduling center at (800)-221-4291. One of our representatives is ready to assist you and schedule your test. Payment must be received at the time of registration as testing centers do not accept payments,Same day service is available for most types of tests.

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Step 3: Your authorization form/donor pass will include the local testing center address and hours of operation. It will be sent to the e-mail address you provided. Take the form with you or have it available on your smart phone to provide to the testing center. No appointment necessary!

Urine or hair drug testing methods in Port Orchard, WA - You choose!

Accredited Drug Testing offers different testing methods depending upon our customer's needs. With a 1 to 5-day detection period urine testing is the most common method used by employers, courts and schools. However, hair drug and alcohol testing are becoming a frequently used testing method due to a detection period of approximately 90 days.

What is the most common urine/hair drug test?

Both a 5-panel urine or 5 panel hair drug test screens for the same drugs, however, the look-back period or detection window is very different. A urine drug test provides a look back period of 1-5 days while a hair drug test provides use up to 90 days from the date the specimen was collected.

Court Ordered Drug Testing (Probation/Child Custody)

Our local drug testing Port Orchard, WA centers provide drug and alcohol tests that are utilized for a wide variety of court ordered proceedings, including probation and other types of government required tests. Observed tests are available and tests results can be submitted for a wide variety of court ordered proceedings including probation hearings, child custody cases, litigation and all manner of government required tests.

Court ordered drug tests should contain detailed instructions specifying the type of test to be administered and the drugs that should be screened for. If sample collection needs to be witnessed in order to prevent potential tampering or substitution, those specifications will be stated in the court order.

DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Services in Port Orchard, WA

We also specialize in providing testing services for all DOT Modes including Trucking Industry (FMCSA), Maritime Industry (USCG), Aviation Industry (FAA), Public Transportation (FTA), Railroad Industry (FRA) and Pipeline Industry (PHMSA) in accordance with Part 40 of the US Department of Transportation Compliance Regulations. Additional DOT Services include consortium enrollment, MVR reports, Supervisor Training and policy manual development. In addition, we offer a complete DOT Compliance Program for single operators and small trucking companies.

Additional DOT Services:

  • Consortium Enrollment
  • DOT Physicals
  • Supervisor Training
  • Employer Drug Policy Development
  • MVR Reports
  • Employee Training
  • Background Checks
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search

Employer/Drug Free Workplace Testing in Port Orchard, WA

Many companies and employers may be interested in being a drug free workplace, if so, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in providing comprehensive and cost-effective drug free workplace programs for small, medium and large companies. Organizations that utilize an employee drug testing program are commonly referred to as a Drug Free Workplace. However, many times companies do not fully qualify as a Drug Free Workplace because the drug testing program which they use does not have all of the components which make up a true Drug Free Workplace under their State specific law. Our Drug Testing Port Orchard, WA locations are ready to serve your needs.

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What Are the Benefits of Being a Drug Free Workplace in Port Orchard, WA?

  • Enhanced Employee Performance
  • Reduced Job-Related Accidents
  • Reduced Employee Absenteeism
  • Lower Workers Compensation Rates
  • Improved Employee Moral
  • Customer Satisfaction

On-site/Mobile Drug Testing in Port Orchard, WA

Do you have at least 10 employees needing a drug or alcohol test? If so, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site drug testing at your place of business. On-site drug testing services is frequently used by construction sites, manufacturing facilities, job fairs. On-site drug testing is available for pre employment and random testing. Call us today at (800)221-4291 and speak to our on-site coordinator to schedule your drug testing event in Port Orchard, WA.

Drug Testing Locations in Port Orchard, WA

Accredited Drug Testing has drug testing locations in Port Orchard, WA and the surrounding areas. Many of our drug testing centers open early and have evening hours to accommodate a person's work schedule. Our drug testing locations in Port Orchard, WA have certified and trained drug testing specialists ready to serve your testing needs in a friendly, knowledgeable and confidential manner.

Drug testing purposes for employers include pre-employment, random selection, post-accident and reasonable suspicion. Testing purposes for individuals can include court ordered, probation, child custody or for any other personal reason.

Accredited Drug Testing is a nationwide drug testing company with testing centers in Port Orchard, WA specializing in Drug, Alcohol, DNA testing. DOT Physicals and Background Checks.

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Which drug testing panel is right for you?

Drug test screening groups are commonly referred to as a drug testing panel. The most common panels used are a 5 panel, 10 panel and 12 panel drug tests, (panels specify how many drugs will be screened) however customized screeningings are available as well.

What is a Drug Test?

A drug test is a technical analysis of a biological specimen, for example urine, hair, blood, breath, sweat, and/or oral fluid/saliva-to determine the presence or absence of specified parent drugs or their metabolites. Major applications of drug testing include detection of the presence of performance enhancing steroids in sport, employers and parole/probation officers screening for drugs prohibited by law and police officers testing for the presence and concentration of alcohol (ethanol) in the blood commonly referred to as BAC (blood alcohol content). BAC tests are typically administered via a breathalyzer while urinalysis is used for the vast majority of drug testing in sports and the workplace. Numerous other methods with varying degrees of accuracy, sensitivity (detection threshold/cutoff), and detection periods exist. A drug test may also refer to a test that provides quantitative chemical analysis of an illegal drug, typically intended to help with responsible drug use.

Does passive smoke inhalation cause a false positive for marijuana?

"Passive" smoke inhalation from being in a room with people smoking marijuana is not considered valid, as the cut-off concentrations for lab analysis are set well above that which might occur for passive inhalation.

Other abnormalities in the urine screen may indicate that results may be a false negative or that there was deliberate adulteration of the sample. For example:

  • a low creatinine lab value can indicate that a urine sample was tampered with; either the subject diluted their urine by consuming excessive water just prior to testing, or water was added to the urine sample.
  • creatinine levels are often used in conjunction with specific gravity to determine if samples have been diluted. To help avoid this problem, the testing lab may color the water in their toilet blue to prevent the sample being diluted with water from the toilet.
  • subjects may also attempt to add certain enzymes to the urine sample to affect stability, but this often changes the pH, which is also tested.

How long do drugs stay in your system?

The window of detection or often times referred to as look back period of a drug test depend on several factors. Some of the factors impacting how long a drug will stay in your system are:

  • The amount of the drug taken
  • The frequency of the drug taken
  • The type of drug taken
  • An individual's body metabolic rate and general health
  • The amount of fluids consumed since ingesting the drug
  • The amount of exercise since ingesting the drug
  • Other genetic variations that would impact an individual's response to a specific drug

Why choose Accredited Drug Testing in Port Orchard, WA?

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Local Area Info: Port Orchard, Washington

Port Orchard is a city in and the county seat of Kitsap County, Washington, United States. It is located 13 miles due west of West Seattle and connected to Seattle and Vashon Island via the Washington State Ferries run to Southworth. It is named after Port Orchard, the strait that separates Bainbridge Island from the Kitsap Peninsula.[citation needed]

The first European-Americans to settle in what is now Port Orchard were Wiliam Renton and Daniel Howard, who set up a saw mill there in 1854. The town that was to become Port Orchard was originally platted in 1886 by Frederick Stevens, who named the new location after his father, Sidney. The town of Sidney was incorporated September 15, 1890, and was the first in Kitsap County to be both platted and incorporated. Shortly thereafter, the U.S. Navy sought a suitable location for another installation on the west coast, and found it with the assistance of Sidney's residents in Orchard Bay (this installation would later become the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard).

The county seat was originally in Port Madison, but moved after a popular vote to Sidney in 1892. In December of that same year, the residents of Sidney petitioned both the state legislature and the Post Office Department to rename the city to "Port Orchard." The legislature refused, as Charleston (now West Bremerton) had also requested that name. The Post Office Department, however, went through with the name change, and as a result the Port Orchard post office ended up in Sidney, and the Charleston post office ended up in Port Orchard. It wasn't until 1903 that local politician Will Thompson convinced the state legislature to correct this confusing situation, and relocated the Charleston post office to Charleston, at the same time renaming Sidney to "Port Orchard," as it is known today.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 13,997 (100% urban, 0% rural).

Median Age: 35.5 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,095.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Port Orchard: 110.9 (more than average, U.S. average is 100)

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $72,400 (it was $34,020 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $31,846 (it was $16,382 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $325,730 (it was $117,000 in 2000) Port Orchard:$325,730WA:$339,000

Races:
      White alone - 9,825 - 70.9%
      Hispanic - 1,455 - 10.5%
      Asian alone - 1,133 - 8.2%
      Two or more races - 765 - 5.5%
      Black alone - 527 - 3.8%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 154 - 1.1%
      American Indian alone - 109 - 0.8%

The first European-Americans to settle in what is now Port Orchard were William Renton and Daniel Howard, who set up a sawmill there in 1854. The town that was to become Port Orchard was originally platted in 1886 by Frederick Stevens, who named the new location after his father, Sidney. The town of Sidney was incorporated September 15, 1890, and was the first in Kitsap County to be both platted and incorporated. Shortly thereafter, the U.S. Navy sought a suitable location for another installation on the West Coast, and found it with the assistance of Sidney's residents in Orchard Bay (this installation would later become the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton).

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