Richmond, CA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 110,040 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +10.9%

Median Age: 35.1 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Richmond: 148.2 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (10.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 17.5% for Black residents, 16.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 7.4% for American Indian residents, 18.0% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 21.0% for other race residents, 15.9% for two or more races residents)

Land Area: 30.0 square miles.

Population Density:

The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad had its terminus at Richmond. The first post office opened in 1900.

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Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

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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120 BROADWAY STE 23 0.2 miles

120 BROADWAY STE 23
RICHMOND, CA 94804
Categories: RICHMOND CA

901 NEVIN AVE BLDG B FLOOR 1 0.7 miles

901 NEVIN AVE BLDG B FLOOR 1
RICHMOND, CA 94801
Categories: RICHMOND CA

3726 BARRETT AVE 0.8 miles

3726 BARRETT AVE
RICHMOND, CA 94805
Categories: RICHMOND CA

2000 VALE RD 1.3 miles

2000 VALE RD
SAN PABLO, CA 94806
Categories: SAN PABLO CA

2425 CHURCH LN 1.7 miles

2425 CHURCH LN
SAN PABLO, CA 94806
Categories: SAN PABLO CA

2970 HILLTOP MALL RD STE 203 3.1 miles

2970 HILLTOP MALL RD STE 203
RICHMOND, CA 94806
Categories: RICHMOND CA

2505 BATAAN ST STE O 5.0 miles

2505 BATAAN ST STE O
OAKLAND, CA 94607
Categories: OAKLAND CA

4749 SURREY LN 5.4 miles

4749 SURREY LN
EL SOBRANTE, CA 94803
Categories: EL SOBRANTE CA

2850 7TH ST STE 100 6.4 miles

2850 7TH ST STE 100
BERKELEY, CA 94710
Categories: BERKELEY CA

500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Suite 115 6.9 miles

500 Alfred Nobel Drive, Suite 115
Hercules, CA 94547
Categories: Hercules CA

6001 SHELLMOUND ST STE 850 7.3 miles

6001 SHELLMOUND ST STE 850
EMERYVILLE, CA 94608
Categories: EMERYVILLE CA

2450 ASHBY AVE 7.4 miles

2450 ASHBY AVE
BERKELEY, CA 94705
Categories: BERKELEY CA

520 6TH ST 7.8 miles

520 6TH ST
RODEO, CA 94572
Categories: RODEO CA

25 BELLAM BLVD STE 101 8.9 miles

25 BELLAM BLVD STE 101
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94901
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3701 BROADWAY FL 5 9.1 miles

3701 BROADWAY FL 5
OAKLAND, CA 94611
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4069 PIEDMONT AVE STE 910 9.2 miles

4069 PIEDMONT AVE STE 910
OAKLAND, CA 94611
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350 HAWTHORNE AVE 9.2 miles

350 HAWTHORNE AVE
OAKLAND, CA 94609
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3300 WEBSTER ST, STE 1110 9.2 miles

3300 WEBSTER ST, STE 1110
OAKLAND, CA 94609
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101 CASA BUENA DR 9.2 miles

101 CASA BUENA DR
CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
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2 FIFER AVE STE 130 9.3 miles

2 FIFER AVE STE 130
CORTE MADERA, CA 94925
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1517 GRAND AVE 9.6 miles

1517 GRAND AVE
PIEDMONT, CA 94611
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1700 BROADWAY STE 310 9.9 miles

1700 BROADWAY STE 310
OAKLAND, CA 94612
Categories: OAKLAND CA

49 DRUMM ST 10.1 miles

49 DRUMM ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

26 CALIFORNIA ST 10.2 miles

26 CALIFORNIA ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

845 JACKSON ST 10.2 miles

845 JACKSON ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94133
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

1220 S ELISEO DR 10.3 miles

1220 S ELISEO DR
GREENBRAE, CA 94904
Categories: GREENBRAE CA

1300 South Eliseo Drive, Suite 101 10.3 miles

1300 South Eliseo Drive, Suite 101
Greenbrae, CA 94904
Categories: Greenbrae CA

1321 S ELISEO DR 1ST FL 10.3 miles

1321 S ELISEO DR 1ST FL
GREENBRAE, CA 94904
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250 BON AIR RD 10.4 miles

250 BON AIR RD
GREENBRAE, CA 94904
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384 EMBARCADERO W 10.5 miles

384 EMBARCADERO W
OAKLAND, CA 94607
Categories: OAKLAND CA

580 MARKET ST STE 100 10.5 miles

580 MARKET ST STE 100
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94104
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

900 HYDE ST 10.8 miles

900 HYDE ST
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

24 WILLIE MAYS PLZ 11.1 miles

24 WILLIE MAYS PLZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

1125 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD STE N 11.3 miles

1125 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD STE N
KENTFIELD, CA 94904
Categories: KENTFIELD CA

601 VAN NESS AVE Ste 2008 11.4 miles

601 VAN NESS AVE Ste 2008
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2300 SUTTER ST STE 102 11.5 miles

2300 SUTTER ST STE 102
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94115
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

2201 Post St, 11.6 miles

2201 Post St,
San Francisco, CA 94115
Categories: San Francisco CA

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1 12.0 miles

2 CONNECTICUT ST STE 1
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

200 MUIR RD Hacienda Bldg, 1st Floor 12.2 miles

200 MUIR RD Hacienda Bldg, 1st Floor
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

Castro & Duboce St, South Tower Ste 160A 12.2 miles

Castro & Duboce St, South Tower Ste 160A
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94114
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

243 GEORGIA ST STE B 12.4 miles

243 GEORGIA ST STE B
VALLEJO, CA 94590
Categories: VALLEJO CA

2198 15th St, 12.6 miles

2198 15th St,
San Francisco, CA 94114
Categories: San Francisco CA

3237 ALHAMBRA AVE STE 2 12.6 miles

3237 ALHAMBRA AVE STE 2
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

99 MONTECILLO RD MOB 1 12.8 miles

99 MONTECILLO RD MOB 1
SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903
Categories: SAN RAFAEL CA

17 Tennessee St 12.9 miles

17 Tennessee St
Vallejo, CA 94590
Categories: Vallejo CA

2042 Columbus Pkwy, 13.1 miles

2042 Columbus Pkwy,
Benicia, CA 94510
Categories: Benicia CA

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D 13.2 miles

2111 Whitehall Place, Suite D
Alameda, CA 94501
Categories: Alameda CA

1100 ROSE DR ste 140 13.3 miles

1100 ROSE DR ste 140
BENICIA, CA 94510
Categories: BENICIA CA

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A 13.3 miles

2421 ENCINAL AVE STE A
ALAMEDA, CA 94501
Categories: ALAMEDA CA

827 ARNOLD DR STE 70 13.3 miles

827 ARNOLD DR STE 70
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

505 PARNASSUS AVE Ste 896 13.4 miles

505 PARNASSUS AVE Ste 896
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ 13.6 miles

3555 CESAR CHAVEZ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94110
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

1805 ARNOLD DR 14.1 miles

1805 ARNOLD DR
MARTINEZ, CA 94553
Categories: MARTINEZ CA

SFIA Terminal 2 14.3 miles

SFIA Terminal 2
San Francisco, CA 94125
Categories: San Francisco CA

975 SERENO DR 14.4 miles

975 SERENO DR
VALLEJO, CA 94589
Categories: VALLEJO CA

On-site only 14.4 miles

On-site only
San Francisco, CA 94124
Categories: San Francisco CA

609 GREGORY LN STE 100 14.6 miles

609 GREGORY LN STE 100
PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523
Categories: PLEASANT HILL CA

300 HOSPITAL DR 14.7 miles

300 HOSPITAL DR
VALLEJO, CA 94589
Categories: VALLEJO CA

401 Gregory Ln, Ste 146 15.0 miles

401 Gregory Ln, Ste 146
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Categories: Pleasant Hill CA

7817 OAKPORT ST 15.5 miles

7817 OAKPORT ST
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205 15.5 miles

401 ROLAND WAY STE 205
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR 15.6 miles

7901 OAKPORT ST STE 4950 2ND FLOOR
OAKLAND, CA 94621
Categories: OAKLAND CA

1981 N BROADWAY Ste 190 15.7 miles

1981 N BROADWAY Ste 190
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

538 STONE RD STE G 15.7 miles

538 STONE RD STE G
BENICIA, CA 94510
Categories: BENICIA CA

2280 DIAMOND BLVD STE 520 15.9 miles

2280 DIAMOND BLVD STE 520
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

1425 S MAIN ST 16.1 miles

1425 S MAIN ST
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

180 ROWLAND WAY 16.1 miles

180 ROWLAND WAY
NOVATO, CA 94945
Categories: NOVATO CA

2231 GALAXY CT 16.6 miles

2231 GALAXY CT
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

2090 COMMERCE AVE 16.6 miles

2090 COMMERCE AVE
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

108 LA CASA VIA, STE 105 16.6 miles

108 LA CASA VIA, STE 105
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

320 LENNON LN FL 2 17.3 miles

320 LENNON LN FL 2
WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598
Categories: WALNUT CREEK CA

2540 EAST ST 17.4 miles

2540 EAST ST
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

2425 East Street, Suite 6 17.4 miles

2425 East Street, Suite 6
Concord, CA 94520
Categories: Concord CA

2477 PACHECO ST 17.5 miles

2477 PACHECO ST
CONCORD, CA 94520
Categories: CONCORD CA

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180 17.9 miles

1555 DOOLITTLE DR STE 180
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

1900 SULLIVAN AVE 18.8 miles

1900 SULLIVAN AVE
DALY CITY, CA 94015
Categories: DALY CITY CA

2587 MERCED ST 18.8 miles

2587 MERCED ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94577
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

13939 E 14TH ST 19.1 miles

13939 E 14TH ST
SAN LEANDRO, CA 94578
Categories: SAN LEANDRO CA

3 S LINDEN AVE 19.9 miles

3 S LINDEN AVE
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94080
Categories: SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CA

International Terminal Level 3 A Side 20.0 miles

International Terminal Level 3 A Side
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94128
Categories: SAN FRANCISCO CA

5167 CLAYTON RD STE H 20.8 miles

5167 CLAYTON RD STE H
CONCORD, CA 94521
Categories: CONCORD CA

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212 21.6 miles

801 TRAEGER AVE Ste 212
SAN BRUNO, CA 94066
Categories: SAN BRUNO CA

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101, 21.9 miles

20400 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 101,
Castro Valley, CA 94546
Categories: Castro Valley CA

1663 ROLLINS RD 23.4 miles

1663 ROLLINS RD
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

2301 CAMINO RAMON STE 108 23.6 miles

2301 CAMINO RAMON STE 108
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

1501 TROUSDALE DR 23.6 miles

1501 TROUSDALE DR
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

6001 NORRIS CANYON RD Ste 142 23.8 miles

6001 NORRIS CANYON RD Ste 142
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

5601 NORRIS CANYON RD STE 140 23.8 miles

5601 NORRIS CANYON RD STE 140
SAN RAMON, CA 94583
Categories: SAN RAMON CA

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3 23.9 miles

24326 MISSION BLVD STE 3
HAYWARD, CA 94544
Categories: HAYWARD CA

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400 23.9 miles

1860 EL CAMINO REAL STE 400
BURLINGAME, CA 94010
Categories: BURLINGAME CA

3900 LAKEVILLE HWY 24.1 miles

3900 LAKEVILLE HWY
PETALUMA, CA 94954
Categories: PETALUMA CA

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32 24.6 miles

26250 INDUSTRIAL BLVD STE 32
HAYWARD, CA 94545
Categories: HAYWARD CA

1001 PITTSBURG ANTIOCH HWY STE B 24.7 miles

1001 PITTSBURG ANTIOCH HWY STE B
PITTSBURG, CA 94565
Categories: PITTSBURG CA

60 N EL CAMINO REAL 24.9 miles

60 N EL CAMINO REAL
SAN MATEO, CA 94401
Categories: SAN MATEO CA

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If you need a Drug, Alcohol, COVID-19 or DNA test in Richmond, CA, Accredited Drug Testing has many drug testing locations in Richmond, CA 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 Richmond, CA 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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How to schedule a drug test in Richmond, CA

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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.

Step 2: If you scheduled online, complete the Donor Information/Registration Section and enter where you want the confidential test results sent via email. The zip code you enter will be used to determine the closest drug/alcohol testing center to you and where you will go to take your test.

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 Richmond, CA - 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 Richmond, CA 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 Richmond, CA

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 Richmond, CA

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 Richmond, CA locations are ready to serve your needs.

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What Are the Benefits of Being a Drug Free Workplace in Richmond, CA?

  • 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 Richmond, CA

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 Richmond, CA.

Drug Testing Locations in Richmond, CA

Accredited Drug Testing has drug testing locations in Richmond, CA 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 Richmond, CA 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 Richmond, CA specializing in Drug, Alcohol, DNA testing. DOT Physicals and Background Checks.

On the road or vacation? No worries! We can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!

With over 20,000 testing centers throughout the United States, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all States and in most cities and towns.

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 Richmond, CA?

Our staff is prepared to assist you with any questions you may have in a friendly and confidential manner and providing exceptional customer service and being available when you need us for drug testing in Richmond, CA is our #1 Priority and we look forward to serving the needs of employers and individuals who need any type of test.

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Local Area Info: Richmond, California

Richmond is a city in western Contra Costa County, California, United States. The city was incorporated on August 7, 1905. Located in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area, Richmond borders the cities of San Pablo, Albany, El Cerrito and Pinole in addition to the unincorporated communities of North Richmond, Hasford Heights, Kensington, El Sobrante, Bayview-Montalvin Manor, Tara Hills, and East Richmond Heights, and for a short distance San Francisco on Red Rock Island in the San Francisco Bay. Richmond is one of two cities, the other being San Rafael, California, that sits on the shores of San Francisco Bay and San Pablo Bay simultaneously.

Under the McLaughlin Administration, Richmond was the largest city in the United States served by a Green Party mayor. As of the 2010 U.S. Census, the city's population is at 103,710, making it the second largest city in the United States named Richmond. The largest, Richmond, Virginia, is the namesake of the California city.

The name "Richmond" appears to predate actual incorporation by more than fifty years. Edmund Randolph, originally from Richmond, Virginia, represented the city of San Francisco when California's first legislature met in San Jose in December 1849, and he became state assemblyman from San Francisco. His loyalty to the town of his birth caused him to persuade a federal surveying party mapping the San Francisco Bay to place the names "Point Richmond" and "Richmond" on an 1854 geodetic coast map, which was the geodetic map at the terminal selected by the San Francisco and San Joaquin Valley Railroad; and by 1899 maps made by the railroad carried the name "Point Richmond Avenue", designating a county road that later became Barrett Avenue, a central street in Richmond.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 110,040 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +10.9%

Median Age: 35.1 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Richmond: 148.2 (very high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (10.3% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 17.5% for Black residents, 16.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 7.4% for American Indian residents, 18.0% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 21.0% for other race residents, 15.9% for two or more races residents)

Land Area: 30.0 square miles.

Population Density:

The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad had its terminus at Richmond. The first post office opened in 1900.

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