Heron, MT Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (female): 148

Median Age: 57.9 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $624.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Heron: 90.0 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.1%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Montana and other state lists, there were 2 registered sex offenders living in Heron, Montana as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Heron is 103 to 1.>

Elevation: 2253 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $46,477 (it was $28,750 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $25,265 (it was $14,725 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $229,368 (it was $95,000 in 2000) Heron:$229,368MT:$231,300

Races:
      White alone - 264 - 93.6%
      Hispanic - 10 - 3.5%
      Black alone - 4 - 1.4%
      Two or more races - 3 - 1.1%
      Asian alone - 1 - 0.4%

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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 Heron, MT

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

Accredited Drug Testing offers self-administered/self-collection drug testing products in Heron, MT 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 Heron, MT testing locations.

300 NOXON AVE 9.4 miles

300 NOXON AVE
NOXON, MT 59853
Categories: NOXON MT

30772 US HIGHWAY 2 29.4 miles

30772 US HIGHWAY 2
LIBBY, MT 59923
Categories: LIBBY MT

211 E 2ND ST 29.8 miles

211 E 2ND ST
LIBBY, MT 59923
Categories: LIBBY MT

302 S 1ST AVE 30.8 miles

302 S 1ST AVE
SANDPOINT, ID 83864
Categories: SANDPOINT ID

323 PINE ST 31.0 miles

323 PINE ST
SANDPOINT, ID 83864
Categories: SANDPOINT ID

102 S 4TH AVE 31.0 miles

102 S 4TH AVE
SANDPOINT, ID 83864
Categories: SANDPOINT ID

520 N 3RD AVE 31.1 miles

520 N 3RD AVE
SANDPOINT, ID 83864
Categories: SANDPOINT ID

806 LAKE ST STE B 31.3 miles

806 LAKE ST STE B
SANDPOINT, ID 83864
Categories: SANDPOINT ID

400 SCHWEITZER PLAZA DR STE 1 31.9 miles

400 SCHWEITZER PLAZA DR STE 1
PONDERAY, ID 83852
Categories: PONDERAY ID

6509 HIGHWAY 2 STE 101 35.5 miles

6509 HIGHWAY 2 STE 101
PRIEST RIVER, ID 83856
Categories: PRIEST RIVER ID

25 JACOBS GULCH RD 36.3 miles

25 JACOBS GULCH RD
KELLOGG, ID 83837
Categories: KELLOGG ID

204 OREGON ST 36.6 miles

204 OREGON ST
KELLOGG, ID 83837
Categories: KELLOGG ID

740 MCKINLEY AVE 37.0 miles

740 MCKINLEY AVE
KELLOGG, ID 83837
Categories: KELLOGG ID

107 CHURCH ST 38.3 miles

107 CHURCH ST
PINEHURST, ID 83850
Categories: PINEHURST ID

120 POND ST 42.5 miles

120 POND ST
THOMAS FALL, MT 59873
Categories: THOMAS FALL MT

907 Main St 42.7 miles

907 Main St
Thompson Falls, MT 59873
Categories: Thompson Falls MT

566 W PRAIRIE AVE 44.4 miles

566 W PRAIRIE AVE
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83815
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID

314 E ALBENI HWY STE 102 44.6 miles

314 E ALBENI HWY STE 102
PRIEST RIVER, ID 83856
Categories: PRIEST RIVER ID

5433 N GOVERNMENT WAY STE B 44.9 miles

5433 N GOVERNMENT WAY STE B
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83815
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID

2003 KOOTENAI HEALTH WAY 46.2 miles

2003 KOOTENAI HEALTH WAY
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID

1701 LINCOLN WAY 46.2 miles

1701 LINCOLN WAY
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID

700 W IRONWOOD DR STE 170E 46.3 miles

700 W IRONWOOD DR STE 170E
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID

700 W IRONWOOD DR STE 170 46.3 miles

700 W IRONWOOD DR STE 170
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID

1118 W IRONWOOD DR, 46.4 miles

1118 W IRONWOOD DR,
COEUR D ALENE, ID 83814
Categories: COEUR D ALENE ID

6640 KANIKSU ST 47.5 miles

6640 KANIKSU ST
BONNERS FERRY, ID 83805
Categories: BONNERS FERRY ID

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: Heron, Montana

Heron has a continental, quasi-Mediterranean climate (Dsb) that has more in common with northern Idaho and the Pacific Northwest than the rest of Montana. It has one of the wettest climates in the state (outside isolated mountain areas), averaging nearly 34 inches of precipitation per year. Winters are wet and often snowy with occasional rain; summers are mostly dry with sunny, warm days and cool to chilly nights. Another very striking feature of Heron's climate is the patterned, extremely large seasonal variation in diurnal temperature range: only 10-11 degrees in the wettest months, November through January, expanding to nearly 35 degrees in the driest months, July and August, reflecting prevalent low humidity during those months. Around 11 days per year reach 90 F., while 100 F. is a very rare occurrence. Nights are cool year round with freezes having been recorded in every month. On average, the lowest temperature each year is -12 F., placing Heron in hardiness zone 5B. Average monthly precipitation is very high by Montana standards, especially in the wettest months of November through January, but Heron experiences continuing moderately wet conditions each month from February to June. In May and June, Heron shares with the rest of Montana some frequency of shower and thunderstorm activity, making these the wettest months in virtually all other areas of Montana, but not in Heron due to its exceptionally wet winters. Overall, Heron's average annual precipitation cycle is similar to that of the Pacific Northwest in its dry summer and wet winter (with a November maximum, as in Seattle, WA), but somewhat transitional into the typical Montana and Wyoming pattern of a May or June maximum, reflected in Heron's continued relatively high rainfall those months. The combination of these factors with possible orographic lift results in Heron being one of the wettest locations in Montana, mostly a dry state elsewhere.

As of the census of 2000, there were 149 people, 58 households, and 41 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 43.9 people per square mile (17.0/km²). There were 63 housing units at an average density of 18.6 per square mile (7.2/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 94.63% White, 3.36% Native American, 0.67% Asian, and 1.34% from two or more races.

There were 58 households out of which 32.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.2% were married couples living together, 3.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.3% were non-families. 29.3% of all households were made up of individuals and 12.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.57 and the average family size was 3.20.

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Population (female): 148

Median Age: 57.9 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $624.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Heron: 90.0 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.1%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Montana and other state lists, there were 2 registered sex offenders living in Heron, Montana as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Heron is 103 to 1.>

Elevation: 2253 feet

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $46,477 (it was $28,750 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $25,265 (it was $14,725 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $229,368 (it was $95,000 in 2000) Heron:$229,368MT:$231,300

Races:
      White alone - 264 - 93.6%
      Hispanic - 10 - 3.5%
      Black alone - 4 - 1.4%
      Two or more races - 3 - 1.1%
      Asian alone - 1 - 0.4%

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