Indianapolis, IN Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 863,002 (99% urban, 1% rural). >Population change since 2000: +10.4%

Population (female): 446,250

Median Age: 34.2 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Indianapolis: 87.7 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 17.5%

Poverty (breakdown): (12.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 24.7% for Black residents, 26.3% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 26.1% for American Indian residents, 3.9% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 34.0% for other race residents, 18.2% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Indiana and other state lists, there were 2,115 registered sex offenders living in Indianapolis, Indiana as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Indianapolis is 403 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (10.2%), American (9.9%), Irish (5.0%), English (4.0%), African (2.6%), Italian (1.3%).

Land Area: 361.5 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 46113, 46183, 46201, 46202, 46204, 46205, 46208, 46214, 46217, 46218, 46219, 46220, 46221, 46222, 46224, 46225, 46226, 46235, 46236, 46239, 46241, 46254, 46259, 46268, 46278

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $47,225 (it was $40,051 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $27,304 (it was $21,640 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $137,600 (it was $96,600 in 2000) Indianapolis:$137,600IN:$141,100

Races:
      White alone - 468,665 - 54.7%
      Black alone - 236,606 - 27.6%
      Hispanic - 93,042 - 10.9%
      Two or more races - 28,405 - 3.3%
      Asian alone - 26,548 - 3.1%
      Other race alone - 2,961 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 1,112 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 47 - 0.01%

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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 Indianapolis, IN

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

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

324 E NEW YORK ST 0.4 miles

324 E NEW YORK ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46204
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

603 E WASHINGTON ST STE 200 0.6 miles

603 E WASHINGTON ST STE 200
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46204
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

950 N MERIDIAN ST STE 200 0.8 miles

950 N MERIDIAN ST STE 200
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46204
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

1101 SOUTHEASTERN AVE 0.9 miles

1101 SOUTHEASTERN AVE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

3750 N MERIDIAN ST 3.8 miles

3750 N MERIDIAN ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46208
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

1011 MAIN ST STE 140 4.6 miles

1011 MAIN ST STE 140
SPEEDWAY, IN 46224
Categories: SPEEDWAY IN

5508 East 16th Street Suite C14 4.7 miles

5508 East 16th Street Suite C14
Indianapolis, IN 46218
Categories: Indianapolis IN

2346 S LYNHURST DR STE A101 5.5 miles

2346 S LYNHURST DR STE A101
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46241
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

5603 W RAYMOND ST 5.6 miles

5603 W RAYMOND ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46241
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

5335 N TACOMA AVE STE 20 6.0 miles

5335 N TACOMA AVE STE 20
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46220
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

1311 N SHADELAND AVE 6.1 miles

1311 N SHADELAND AVE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46219
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

5555 N TACOMA AVE STE 10 6.2 miles

5555 N TACOMA AVE STE 10
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46220
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

2040 N SHADELAND AVE STE 120 6.3 miles

2040 N SHADELAND AVE STE 120
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46219
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

4903 S EMERSON AVE 6.4 miles

4903 S EMERSON AVE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46203
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

6349 S EAST ST 6.5 miles

6349 S EAST ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46227
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

6116 N COLLEGE AVE ste 1 6.8 miles

6116 N COLLEGE AVE ste 1
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46220
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

7910 E WASHINGTON ST STE 110 7.0 miles

7910 E WASHINGTON ST STE 110
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46219
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

650 N GIRLS SCHOOL RD 7.0 miles

650 N GIRLS SCHOOL RD
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46214
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

881 S GIRLS SCHOOL RD STE A 7.0 miles

881 S GIRLS SCHOOL RD STE A
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46231
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

6620 PARKDALE PL STE P 7.5 miles

6620 PARKDALE PL STE P
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46254
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

12-5-29/1, Opp. Andhra Bank Whitehouse, Tarnaka 8.4 miles

12-5-29/1, Opp. Andhra Bank Whitehouse, Tarnaka
Hyderabad, IN 0
Categories: Hyderabad IN

H No 2-20/6/A, Kothaguda X Roads Near Harsha Toyota Showroom 8.4 miles

H No 2-20/6/A, Kothaguda X Roads Near Harsha Toyota Showroom
Kondapur, IN 0
Categories: Kondapur IN

SCO-15, Ground Floor, Sector-14 Gurgaon 8.4 miles

SCO-15, Ground Floor, Sector-14 Gurgaon
Haryana, IN 0
Categories: Haryana IN

32 Sassoon Rd Pune 411 001 8.4 miles

32 Sassoon Rd Pune 411 001
Pune, IN 0
Categories: Pune IN

270,3rd,Cross,Domlur 2nd Stage, Indira Nagar Kamataka 8.4 miles

270,3rd,Cross,Domlur 2nd Stage, Indira Nagar Kamataka
Bangalore, IN 0
Categories: Bangalore IN

8/2 Ravi Bldg, Next to ALKA TALKIES Maharastra 8.4 miles

8/2 Ravi Bldg, Next to ALKA TALKIES Maharastra
Pune, IN 0
Categories: Pune IN

SCO 68-69, Sector 55-56 8.4 miles

SCO 68-69, Sector 55-56
Haryana, IN 0
Categories: Haryana IN

SCO 1 & 2, Sector 14 Old Delhi Gurgaon Rd 8.4 miles

SCO 1 & 2, Sector 14 Old Delhi Gurgaon Rd
Gurgaon, IN 0
Categories: Gurgaon IN

No 83/87, Ground Floor Soundaraya Paramount, 5th Cross 8.4 miles

No 83/87, Ground Floor Soundaraya Paramount, 5th Cross
Malleshwaram, IN 0
Categories: Malleshwaram IN

No.15, Jyoti Nivas College Rd 5th Block, Koramangala 8.4 miles

No.15, Jyoti Nivas College Rd 5th Block, Koramangala
Bangalore, IN 0
Categories: Bangalore IN

7411 N KEYSTONE AVE STE B 8.6 miles

7411 N KEYSTONE AVE STE B
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46240
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

7855 S. EMERSON, STE R 8.9 miles

7855 S. EMERSON, STE R
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46237
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

8937 SOUTHPOINTE DR STE B2 9.2 miles

8937 SOUTHPOINTE DR STE B2
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46227
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

7160 GRAHAM RD 9.3 miles

7160 GRAHAM RD
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46250
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

747 E COUNTY LINE RD 9.4 miles

747 E COUNTY LINE RD
GREENWOOD, IN 46143
Categories: GREENWOOD IN

7301 GEORGETOWN RD Ste 109 9.7 miles

7301 GEORGETOWN RD Ste 109
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46268
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

5604 W 74TH ST 9.9 miles

5604 W 74TH ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46278
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

8330 NAAB RD STE 104 9.9 miles

8330 NAAB RD STE 104
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46260
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

1001 N MADISON AVE 9.9 miles

1001 N MADISON AVE
GREENWOOD, IN 46142
Categories: GREENWOOD IN

6330 E 75TH ST STE 146 9.9 miles

6330 E 75TH ST STE 146
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46250
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

5940 DECATUR BLVD 10.0 miles

5940 DECATUR BLVD
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46241
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

860 E 86TH ST ste 4 10.0 miles

860 E 86TH ST ste 4
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46240
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

2001 W 86TH ST 10.1 miles

2001 W 86TH ST
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46260
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

607 GREENWOOD SPRINGS DR 10.3 miles

607 GREENWOOD SPRINGS DR
GREENWOOD, IN 46143
Categories: GREENWOOD IN

992 N MITTHOEFFER RD 10.7 miles

992 N MITTHOEFFER RD
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46229
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

7914 N SHADELAND, SUITE 150 10.7 miles

7914 N SHADELAND, SUITE 150
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46250
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

8150 WOODLAND DR 10.8 miles

8150 WOODLAND DR
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46278
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

1664 W SMITH VALLEY RD 11.2 miles

1664 W SMITH VALLEY RD
GREENWOOD, IN 46142
Categories: GREENWOOD IN

1136 SHADOW RIDGE RD 11.3 miles

1136 SHADOW RIDGE RD
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46280
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

8177 CLEARVISTA PKWY 11.3 miles

8177 CLEARVISTA PKWY
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46256
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

500 POLK ST STE 13 11.4 miles

500 POLK ST STE 13
GREENWOOD, IN 46143
Categories: GREENWOOD IN

5356 BRASSIE DR 11.7 miles

5356 BRASSIE DR
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46235
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

10950 PENDLETON PIKE 11.8 miles

10950 PENDLETON PIKE
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46236
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

8435 CLEARVISTA PL 11.8 miles

8435 CLEARVISTA PL
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46256
Categories: INDIANAPOLIS IN

1642 S Olive Branch Parke Ln Ste 900 12.1 miles

1642 S Olive Branch Parke Ln Ste 900
Greenwood, IN 46143
Categories: Greenwood IN

1100 Southfield Dr Ste 1140 12.5 miles

1100 Southfield Dr Ste 1140
Plainfield, IN 46168
Categories: Plainfield IN

1100 SOUTHFIELD DR STE 1120 12.5 miles

1100 SOUTHFIELD DR STE 1120
PLAINFIELD, IN 46168
Categories: PLAINFIELD IN

8244 E US HIGHWAY 36 STE 1100 13.0 miles

8244 E US HIGHWAY 36 STE 1100
AVON, IN 46123
Categories: AVON IN

11911 N MERIDIAN ST STE 150 13.3 miles

11911 N MERIDIAN ST STE 150
CARMEL, IN 46032
Categories: CARMEL IN

277 E CARMEL DR 13.5 miles

277 E CARMEL DR
CARMEL, IN 46032
Categories: CARMEL IN

11530 ALLISONVILLE RD STE 135 14.4 miles

11530 ALLISONVILLE RD STE 135
FISHERS, IN 46038
Categories: FISHERS IN

13400 N MERIDIAN ST 14.8 miles

13400 N MERIDIAN ST
CARMEL, IN 46032
Categories: CARMEL IN

13636 N MERIDIAN ST 15.0 miles

13636 N MERIDIAN ST
CARMEL, IN 46032
Categories: CARMEL IN

1001 HADLEY RD STE LL190 15.3 miles

1001 HADLEY RD STE LL190
MOORESVILLE, IN 46158
Categories: MOORESVILLE IN

6447 WARREN LN 15.6 miles

6447 WARREN LN
BROWNSBURG, IN 46112
Categories: BROWNSBURG IN

11580 OVERLOOK DR Ste 100 15.7 miles

11580 OVERLOOK DR Ste 100
FISHERS, IN 46037
Categories: FISHERS IN

14540 PRAIRIE LAKES BLVD N STE 104 18.1 miles

14540 PRAIRIE LAKES BLVD N STE 104
NOBLESVILLE, IN 46060
Categories: NOBLESVILLE IN

9669 E 146TH ST STE 175B 18.2 miles

9669 E 146TH ST STE 175B
NOBLESVILLE, IN 46060
Categories: NOBLESVILLE IN

9669 E 146TH ST STE 100 18.2 miles

9669 E 146TH ST STE 100
NOBLESVILLE, IN 46060
Categories: NOBLESVILLE IN

2085 ACORN RD 19.4 miles

2085 ACORN RD
FRANKLIN, IN 46131
Categories: FRANKLIN IN

489 S STATE ROAD 135 STE E 19.9 miles

489 S STATE ROAD 135 STE E
GREENWOOD, IN 46142
Categories: GREENWOOD IN

865 WESTFIELD RD Ste D 20.3 miles

865 WESTFIELD RD Ste D
NOBLESVILLE, IN 46062
Categories: NOBLESVILLE IN

493 WESTFIELD RD 20.5 miles

493 WESTFIELD RD
NOBLESVILLE, IN 46060
Categories: NOBLESVILLE IN

124 W MUSKEGON DR 20.8 miles

124 W MUSKEGON DR
GREENFIELD, IN 46140
Categories: GREENFIELD IN

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: Indianapolis

Indianapolis , often shortened to Indy, is the state capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Indiana and the seat of Marion County. According to 2017 estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, the consolidated population of Indianapolis and Marion County was 872,680. The "balance" population, which excludes semi-autonomous municipalities in Marion County, was 863,002. It is the 16th most populous city in the U.S. The Indianapolis metropolitan area is the 34th most populous metropolitan statistical area in the U.S., with 2,028,614 residents. Its combined statistical area ranks 27th, with a population of 2,411,086. Indianapolis covers 368 square miles (950 km2), making it the 16th largest city by land area in the U.S.

Indigenous peoples inhabited the area dating to approximately 2000 BC. In 1818, the Delaware relinquished their tribal lands in the Treaty of St. Mary's. In 1821, Indianapolis was founded as a planned city for the new seat of Indiana's state government. The city was platted by Alexander Ralston and Elias Pym Fordham on a 1 square mile (2.6 km2) grid next to the White River. Completion of the National and Michigan roads and arrival of rail later solidified the city's position as a manufacturing and transportation hub. Two of the city's nicknames reflect its historical ties to transportation—the "Crossroads of America" and "Railroad City". Since the 1970 city-county consolidation, known as Unigov, local government administration operates under the direction of an elected 25-member city-county council headed by the mayor.

Indianapolis anchors the 27th largest economic region in the U.S., based primarily on the sectors of finance and insurance, manufacturing, professional and business services, education and health care, government, and wholesale trade. The city has notable niche markets in amateur sports and auto racing. The Fortune 500 companies of Anthem, Eli Lilly and Company and Simon Property Group are headquartered in Indianapolis. The city has hosted international multi-sport events, such as the 1987 Pan American Games and 2001 World Police and Fire Games, but is perhaps best known for annually hosting the world's largest single-day sporting event, the Indianapolis 500.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 863,002 (99% urban, 1% rural). >Population change since 2000: +10.4%

Population (female): 446,250

Median Age: 34.2 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Indianapolis: 87.7 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 17.5%

Poverty (breakdown): (12.0% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 24.7% for Black residents, 26.3% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 26.1% for American Indian residents, 3.9% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 34.0% for other race residents, 18.2% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Indiana and other state lists, there were 2,115 registered sex offenders living in Indianapolis, Indiana as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Indianapolis is 403 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (10.2%), American (9.9%), Irish (5.0%), English (4.0%), African (2.6%), Italian (1.3%).

Land Area: 361.5 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 46113, 46183, 46201, 46202, 46204, 46205, 46208, 46214, 46217, 46218, 46219, 46220, 46221, 46222, 46224, 46225, 46226, 46235, 46236, 46239, 46241, 46254, 46259, 46268, 46278

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $47,225 (it was $40,051 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $27,304 (it was $21,640 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $137,600 (it was $96,600 in 2000) Indianapolis:$137,600IN:$141,100

Races:
      White alone - 468,665 - 54.7%
      Black alone - 236,606 - 27.6%
      Hispanic - 93,042 - 10.9%
      Two or more races - 28,405 - 3.3%
      Asian alone - 26,548 - 3.1%
      Other race alone - 2,961 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 1,112 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 47 - 0.01%

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