Elkhart, IN Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 25,513

Median Age: 32.9 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $762.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Elkhart: 86.4 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 27.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (18.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 39.4% for Black residents, 39.2% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 18.8% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 34.9% for other race residents, 35.8% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (13.9%), German (9.6%), Irish (2.4%), English (2.4%), European (1.6%), Italian (1.5%).

Elevation: 750 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $46,214 (it was $34,863 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $23,568 (it was $17,890 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $111,688 (it was $74,200 in 2000) Elkhart:$111,688IN:$141,100

Races:
      White alone - 29,433 - 55.3%
      Hispanic - 13,356 - 25.1%
      Black alone - 7,922 - 14.9%
      Two or more races - 2,309 - 4.3%
      Asian alone - 673 - 1.3%
      Other race alone - 188 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 24 - 0.05%
      American Indian alone - 23 - 0.04%

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Recognitions and Certifications

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)

In Home Drug Testing

In-Home Drug Testing Elkhart, IN

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

Accredited Drug Testing offers self-administered/self-collection drug testing products in Elkhart, IN for employers that need On The Job Testing, In-Home Personal Use or for Family Testing Purposes. Our in-home/self-administered rapid drug testing options are a cost-effective alternative when needing to test an employee, individual, or family member when visiting a testing center is not convenient and you are in need of a reliable rapid baseline result. Call us today to order your instant testing devices or simply place your order below. All instant testing devices are FDA approved. The initial screen is used as an initial screening and it is recommended that all positive results should be confirmed by a certified laboratory. All Negative results are conclusive.

Instant Test Products

5panel Instant

5 Panel Rapid Result

Our 5 panel rapid results is the most common urine drug test utilized for baseline testing. This drug test screens for the most commonly abused "street" drugs and is the most common utilized by employers and individuals.

5 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, OPI 2000 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

10panel Instant

10 Panel Rapid Result

The 10-panel rapid results drug testing cup is a rapid test for the detection of the commonly abused "street" drug and prescription medication. The 10 panel is utilized by employers and individuals when they are in need of a more comprehensive result than the 5-panel drug test.

10 panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCA)

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OPI 2000 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, TCA 1000ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

12panel Instant

12 Panel Rapid Result

The 12-panel rapid results drug test screens for the presence of 12 different metabolites to provide simple, fast and accurate results. This test is often used for comprehensive testing that must include additional drugs not screened for in the 10-panel rapid test.

12 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • MDMA
  • Oxycodone
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine-Suboxone

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BUP 5 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MDMA 500 ng/mL, MOP 300ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OXY 100 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

14 Panel

14 Panel Rapid Result

The 14-panel rapid results drug test is currently the most comprehensive instant drug test available. This rapid test will provide you with a broad range of drug metabolites to ensure the most comprehensive in-home drug test result.

14 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • MDMA
  • Oxycodone
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine-Suboxone
  • Tricyclic Anti-Depressants,
  • EDDP

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BUP 5 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, EDDP, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MDMA 500 ng/mL, MOP 300ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OXY 100 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, TCA 1000ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

Additional Screening Options

Weed Instant

Marijuana Only (THC) Instant
This single dip rapid result test screens for the presence of THC metabolites. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
50 ng/mL cutoff level

Weed Instant

Nicotine (Cotinine) Instant
This single use dip rapid result test screens for the presence of nicotine and cotinine metabolites in urine. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
Cotinine 200ng/ml cutoff level

Weed Instant

ETG Alcohol Instant
This single use dip rapid result test screens for the presence of alcohol metabolite (ETG) for up to 80 hours of consumption. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
500 ng/mL cut-off level

Don't see your single drug test? Accredited Drug Testing also offers the following single panel drug test screening options for:

  • Cocaine (COC)
  • Marijuana (THC)
  • Amphetamine (AMP)
  • Methamphetamine (mAMP)
  • Opiates (OPI)
  • Oxycodone (OXY)
  • Benzodiazepines (BZO)
  • Barbiturates (BAR)
  • Buprenorphine (BUP)
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • MDMA-Ecstasy
  • Methadone (MTD)
  • Tramadol (TRM)
  • Fentanyl (FEN)*
  • K2 Spice (Synthetic Marijuana)*

If you are in need of a laboratory-analyzed drug or alcohol test, please find listed below our Elkhart, IN testing locations.

600 EAST BLVD 0.7 miles

600 EAST BLVD
ELKHART, IN 46514
Categories: ELKHART IN

700 E BEARDSLEY AVE STE 100 0.9 miles

700 E BEARDSLEY AVE STE 100
ELKHART, IN 46514
Categories: ELKHART IN

900 Johnson Street 1.0 miles

900 Johnson Street
Elkhart, IN 46514
Categories: Elkhart IN

303 S NAPPANEE ST 1.4 miles

303 S NAPPANEE ST
ELKHART, IN 46514
Categories: ELKHART IN

1104 W BRISTOL ST 1.6 miles

1104 W BRISTOL ST
ELKHART, IN 46514
Categories: ELKHART IN

54595 COUNTY ROAD 17 1.7 miles

54595 COUNTY ROAD 17
ELKHART, IN 46516
Categories: ELKHART IN

26076 COUNTY ROAD 6 2.8 miles

26076 COUNTY ROAD 6
ELKHART, IN 46514
Categories: ELKHART IN

3100 WINDSOR CT 3.2 miles

3100 WINDSOR CT
ELKHART, IN 46514
Categories: ELKHART IN

22818 OLD US 20 3.8 miles

22818 OLD US 20
ELKHART, IN 46516
Categories: ELKHART IN

5218 Beck Drive Suite 12 4.3 miles

5218 Beck Drive Suite 12
Elkhart, IN 46516
Categories: Elkhart IN

1632 E Day Rd, 9.6 miles

1632 E Day Rd,
Mishawaka, IN 46545
Categories: Mishawaka IN

4630 VISHULA ROAD 10.0 miles

4630 VISHULA ROAD
MISHAWAKA, IN 46544
Categories: MISHAWAKA IN

1632 E DAY RD 10.2 miles

1632 E DAY RD
MISHAWAKA, IN 46545
Categories: MISHAWAKA IN

3515 N MAIN ST., STE 2 10.6 miles

3515 N MAIN ST., STE 2
MISHAWAKA, IN 46545
Categories: MISHAWAKA IN

7115 HERITAGE SQUARE DR Ste 1250 10.7 miles

7115 HERITAGE SQUARE DR Ste 1250
GRANGER, IN 46530
Categories: GRANGER IN

6910 N MAIN ST UNIT 14A 10.8 miles

6910 N MAIN ST UNIT 14A
GRANGER, IN 46530
Categories: GRANGER IN

6913 N MAIN ST 10.8 miles

6913 N MAIN ST
GRANGER, IN 46530
Categories: GRANGER IN

505 W CLEVELAND RD 11.4 miles

505 W CLEVELAND RD
MISHAWAKA, IN 46545
Categories: MISHAWAKA IN

3355 DOUGLAS RD STE 100 11.6 miles

3355 DOUGLAS RD STE 100
SOUTH BEND, IN 46635
Categories: SOUTH BEND IN

2610 E JEFFERSON BLVD 12.1 miles

2610 E JEFFERSON BLVD
SOUTH BEND, IN 46615
Categories: SOUTH BEND IN

2240 Karisa Dr Ste 3, Goshen Medical Practice in Die 12.3 miles

2240 Karisa Dr Ste 3, Goshen Medical Practice in Die
Goshen, IN 46526
Categories: Goshen IN

2014 LINCOLNWAY E 12.4 miles

2014 LINCOLNWAY E
GOSHEN, IN 46526
Categories: GOSHEN IN

2312 EISENHOWER DR N STE 1 12.6 miles

2312 EISENHOWER DR N STE 1
GOSHEN, IN 46526
Categories: GOSHEN IN

1815 E IRELAND RD 13.2 miles

1815 E IRELAND RD
SOUTH BEND, IN 46614
Categories: SOUTH BEND IN

1245 E IRELAND RD STE B 13.6 miles

1245 E IRELAND RD STE B
SOUTH BEND, IN 46614
Categories: SOUTH BEND IN

407 N MAIN ST 14.0 miles

407 N MAIN ST
MIDDLEBURY, IN 46540
Categories: MIDDLEBURY IN

615 N MICHIGAN ST 14.1 miles

615 N MICHIGAN ST
SOUTH BEND, IN 46601
Categories: SOUTH BEND IN

207 N MAIN ST 14.2 miles

207 N MAIN ST
SOUTH BEND, IN 46601
Categories: SOUTH BEND IN

19567 CLEVELAND RD 14.2 miles

19567 CLEVELAND RD
SOUTH BEND, IN 46637
Categories: SOUTH BEND IN

530 N LAFAYETTE BLVD 14.3 miles

530 N LAFAYETTE BLVD
SOUTH BEND, IN 46601
Categories: SOUTH BEND IN

2002 S 11TH ST 16.1 miles

2002 S 11TH ST
NILES, MI 49120
Categories: NILES MI

1010 N BENDIX DR 16.3 miles

1010 N BENDIX DR
SOUTH BEND, IN 46628
Categories: SOUTH BEND IN

2301 N BENDIX DR STE 500 16.5 miles

2301 N BENDIX DR STE 500
SOUTH BEND, IN 46628
Categories: SOUTH BEND IN

502 S OAKLAND AVE 16.8 miles

502 S OAKLAND AVE
NAPPANEE, IN 46550
Categories: NAPPANEE IN

31 N SAINT JOSEPH AVE 17.5 miles

31 N SAINT JOSEPH AVE
NILES, MI 49120
Categories: NILES MI

1020 HIGH RD 18.1 miles

1020 HIGH RD
BREMEN, IN 46506
Categories: BREMEN IN

67105 US HIGHWAY 131 S 18.7 miles

67105 US HIGHWAY 131 S
CONSTANTINE, MI 49042
Categories: CONSTANTINE MI

500 S MONTGOMERY ST APT 213 18.7 miles

500 S MONTGOMERY ST APT 213
BREMEN, IN 46506
Categories: BREMEN IN

420 W HIGH ST 21.9 miles

420 W HIGH ST
DOWAGIAC, MI 49047
Categories: DOWAGIAC MI

520 MAIN ST STE A 22.0 miles

520 MAIN ST STE A
DOWAGIAC, MI 49047
Categories: DOWAGIAC MI

701 S HEALTH PKWY 24.4 miles

701 S HEALTH PKWY
THREE RIVERS, MI 49093
Categories: THREE RIVERS MI

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

In-Home Drug Testing

In-home drug testing is a method used by individuals to check for the presence of drugs in the body, typically through urine, saliva, or hair sample tests. This form of testing is commonly employed by parents, employers, and educational institutions who wish to monitor drug use. It can also be useful for individuals monitoring their own recovery from drug addiction or for those who need to ensure a drug-free status for workplace compliance.

Types of In-Home Drug Tests

  • Urine Tests: The most common type, these tests detect drugs and their metabolites in urine. They are known for their ease of use, rapid results, and affordability.
  • Saliva Tests: These involve collecting saliva to detect drug residues. While not as sensitive as urine tests, they are less invasive and can detect drug use within a shorter window after consumption.
  • Hair Follicle Tests: These tests provide a longer detection window, tracing drug use back up to 90 days. However, they are more expensive and require sending a sample to a lab for analysis.

Advantages of In-Home Drug Testing

In-home drug testing kits offer several benefits:

  1. Privacy: Allows testing in a private setting, which can be less stressful for individuals being tested.
  2. Convenience: Tests can be performed at any time and do not require appointments with healthcare providers.
  3. Immediate Results: Most tests provide results within minutes, offering quick insight into drug use.
  4. Cost-Effective: These tests are generally more affordable than testing conducted at medical facilities.

Limitations and Considerations

While in-home drug testing kits are useful, they also have limitations:

  • Accuracy: The accuracy can vary between brands and types of tests. False positives and false negatives can occur, especially if the test kits are not used correctly.
  • Legal Implications: The results from in-home tests might not be admissible in court or in formal employment settings, which often require confirmation from professional labs.
  • Drug Detection Windows: Each drug has a different detection window, and some drugs may not be detectable shortly after use.

Choosing the Right Test

When selecting an in-home drug testing kit, consider the following:

  1. Substances Tested: Ensure the kit can detect the specific drugs you are concerned about.
  2. Sensitivity and Specificity: Look for kits that balance sensitivity (ability to detect drugs at low levels) with specificity (ability to avoid false positives).
  3. User Reviews: Research reviews and feedback to gauge the effectiveness and reliability of different brands and types.

In summary, in-home drug testing can be a valuable tool for maintaining a safe and drug-free environment. However, it is essential to understand its limitations and ensure proper usage to obtain reliable results.

Local Area Info: Elkhart, Indiana

Elkhart /??lk??rt/ is a city in Elkhart County, Indiana, United States. The city is located 15 miles (24 km) east of South Bend, Indiana, 110 miles (180 km) east of Chicago, Illinois, and 150 miles (240 km) north of Indianapolis, Indiana. Elkhart has the larger population of the two principal cities of the Elkhart-Goshen Metropolitan Statistical Area, which in turn is part of the South Bend-Elkhart-Mishawaka Combined Statistical Area, in a region commonly known as Michiana. The population was 50,949 at the 2010 census. Despite the shared name, it is not the county seat of Elkhart County; that position is held by the city of Goshen, located about 10 miles (16 km) southeast of Elkhart.

When the Northwest Territory was organized in 1787, the area now known as Elkhart was mainly inhabited by the Ottawa, Chippewa, and Potawatomi Indian tribes. In 1829, the Village of Pulaski was established, consisting of a Post Office, mill, and a few houses on the north side of the St. Joseph River. Two years later, Dr. Havilah Beardsley moved westward from Ohio and purchased one square mile of land from Pierre Moran (a half French, half Native American Potawatomi Chief) in order to establish a rival town named Elkhart. In 1839, the Pulaski Post Office was officially changed to Elkhart.

Elkhart County was founded exclusively by immigrants from New England. These were old stock "Yankee" immigrants, that is to say they were descended from the English Puritans who settled New England in the 1600s. The completion of the Erie Canal caused a surge in New England immigration to what was then the Northwest Territory. The end of the Black Hawk War led to an additional surge of immigration, once again coming almost exclusively from the six New England states as a result of overpopulation combined with land shortages in that region. Some of these later settlers were from upstate New York and had parents who had moved to that region from New England shortly after the Revolutionary War. New Englanders and New England transplants from upstate New York were the vast majority of Elkhart County's inhabitants during the first several decades of its history. These settlers were primarily members of the Congregational Church though due to the Second Great Awakening many of them had converted to Methodism and some had become Baptists before coming to what is now Elkhart County. The Congregational Church subsequently has gone through many divisions and some factions, including those in Elkhart County are now known as the Church of Christ and the United Church of Christ. As a result of this heritage the vast majority of inhabitants in Elkhart County, much like antebellum New England were overwhelmingly in favor of the abolitionist movement during the decades leading up to the Civil War. Correspondingly, many inhabitants of Elkhart County fought in the Union Army during the Civil War. In the late 1880s and early 1890s Irish and German migrants began moving into Elkhart County, most of these later immigrants did not move directly from Ireland and Germany, but rather from other areas in the Midwest where they had already been living, particularly the state of Ohio.

Show Regional Data

Population (male): 25,513

Median Age: 32.9 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $762.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Elkhart: 86.4 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 27.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (18.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 39.4% for Black residents, 39.2% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 18.8% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 34.9% for other race residents, 35.8% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (13.9%), German (9.6%), Irish (2.4%), English (2.4%), European (1.6%), Italian (1.5%).

Elevation: 750 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $46,214 (it was $34,863 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $23,568 (it was $17,890 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $111,688 (it was $74,200 in 2000) Elkhart:$111,688IN:$141,100

Races:
      White alone - 29,433 - 55.3%
      Hispanic - 13,356 - 25.1%
      Black alone - 7,922 - 14.9%
      Two or more races - 2,309 - 4.3%
      Asian alone - 673 - 1.3%
      Other race alone - 188 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 24 - 0.05%
      American Indian alone - 23 - 0.04%

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