In-Home Drug Testing West, TX
Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient
Accredited Drug Testing offers self-administered/self-collection drug testing products in West, TX 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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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 West, TX testing locations.
17738 SUNSET RIVER LN 1.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77084
16125 Cairnway Dr Ste 106 2.4 miles
Houston, TX 77084
19728 SAUMS RD STE 179 2.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77084
19450 KATY FWY 3.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77094
1844 SNAKE RIVER RD STE A 3.5 miles
KATY, TX 77449
952 S Fry Rd, 4.2 miles
Katy, TX 77450
12345 KATY FWY 4.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77079
1398 ELDRIDGE PKWY STE 113 4.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77077
14770 MEMORIAL DR STE 100 4.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77079
21238 KINGSLAND BLVD 4.9 miles
KATY, TX 77450
21660 KINGSLAND BLVD 5.2 miles
KATY, TX 77450
21700 KINGSLAND BLVD 5.3 miles
KATY, TX 77450
21929 KATY FWY 5.3 miles
KATY, TX 77450
14045 MEMORIAL DR 5.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77079
1511 UPLAND DR STE 100 6.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77043
11211 KATY FWY 6.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77079
9110 BARKER CYPRESS RD 6.6 miles
CYPRESS, TX 77433
11621A KATY FWY 6.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77079
8100 HIGHWAY 6 N STE E 6.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77095
23900 KATY FWY 7.1 miles
KATY, TX 77494
2550 GRAY FALLS DR STE 120 7.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77077
17410 NORTHWEST FWY 7.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77040
11807 WESTHEIMER RD STE 560 7.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77077
13141 FM 1960 RD W STE 500 7.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77065
12121 Richmond Ave Ste 124, 7.7 miles
Houston, TX 77082
855 FROSTWOOD 7.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77024
2929 WOODLAND PARK DR 8.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77082
14825 Northwest Fwy Suite 800 8.5 miles
Houston, TX 77040
14825 NORTHWEST FWY STE 800 8.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77040
11301 fallbrook # 126 9.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77065
25765 KATY FWY 9.2 miles
KATY, TX 77494
9138 WEST RD 9.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77064
6501 S FRY RD STE 1000 9.3 miles
KATY, TX 77494
10655 STEEPLETOP DR 9.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77065
10680 Jones Road, Suite 200 9.4 miles
Houston, TX 77065
10906 FM 1960 West 9.6 miles
Houston, TX 77070
2600 S GESSNER RD STE 205 9.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77063
9701 RICHMOND AVE STE 115 10.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77042
2450 FONDREN RD STE 125 10.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77063
2500 FONDREN RD STE 120 10.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77063
3001 Fondren Rd STE G 10.8 miles
Houston, TX 77063
10705 SPRING GREEN BLVD STE 600 10.9 miles
KATY, TX 77494
7101 W GRAND PKWY S 10.9 miles
RICHMOND, TX 77407
5510-A W GRAND PKWY S 10.9 miles
RICHMOND, TX 77406
25801 HIGHWAY 290 11.5 miles
CYPRESS, TX 77429
7447 HARWIN DR STE 102 11.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77036
11097 NORTHWEST FWY STE C 11.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77092
10961 NORTHWEST FWY 11.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77092
13811 CHARTERHOUSE WAY 11.8 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77498
9180 KATY FWY STE 200 12.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77055
10039 BISSONNET ST Ste 120 12.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77036
1415 S VOSS RD STE 110-520 ON-SITE ONLY 12.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77057
9000 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 180 12.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
2425 Fountain View Dr Ste 160 12.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77057
8200 Wednesbury Lane Suite # 4, 12.4 miles
Houston, TX 77074
8313 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 111 12.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
9543 BISSONNET ST 12.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77036
9006 Weyburn Grove Dr 12.5 miles
Houston, TX 77088
6545 SOUTHWEST FWY 12.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
6535 SOUTHWEST FWY 12.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
5901 WESTHEIMER RD STE W 12.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77057
6065 HILLCROFT ST STE 208 12.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77081
8101 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 100 12.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77072
9380 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S Ste 300 12.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77099
6360 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY N STE 200 12.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77041
13215 DOTSON RD #120 12.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77070
13300 Hargrave Road, Suite 507 12.7 miles
Houston, TX 77070
8104 SOUTHWEST FWY STE E 12.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77074
1111 GILLINGHAM LN 12.8 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
6440 HILLCROFT ST STE 104 12.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77081
1000 N POST OAK RD BLDG G STE 100 13.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77055
1214 N POST OAK RD STE 100 13.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77055
14044 SPRING CYPRESS RD 13.1 miles
CYPRESS, TX 77429
1250 7TH ST 13.3 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
9200 Hempstead Rd Ste 137 13.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
10521 CORPORATE DR 13.5 miles
STAFFORD, TX 77477
1201 LAKEVIEW DR 13.5 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
6930 FM 1960 RD W 13.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77069
7545 S BRAESWOOD BLVD 13.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77071
10850 LOUETTA RD STE 1500 14.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77070
2207 LAZYBROOK DR 14.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
5420 DASHWOOD DR STE 205 14.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77081
10807 Shawnbrook Dr 14.1 miles
Houston, TX 77071
1403 HIGHWAY 6 STE 100 14.2 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
2150 W 18TH ST 14.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
2000 NORTH LOOP W STE 200 14.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77018
3727 GREENBRIAR DR STE 403 14.3 miles
STAFFORD, TX 77477
1919 North Loop W Ste 125, 14.3 miles
Houston, TX 77008
22475 TOMBALL PKWY 14.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77070
14023 SOUTHWEST FWY 14.5 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
4635 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 575W 14.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77027
6565 WEST LOOP S STE 525 14.8 miles
BELLAIRE, TX 77401
1235 LAKE POINTE PKWY # 102 14.9 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
15259 Southwest Freeway, 15.0 miles
Sugar Land, TX 77478
4936 BEECHNUT ST 15.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77096
3637 W ALABAMA ST STE 100 15.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77027
5568 WESLAYAN ST 15.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77005
4950 FM 1960 RD W STE A6 15.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77069
15882 CHAMPION FOREST DR 15.5 miles
SPRING, TX 77379
16062 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 2 15.6 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
5535 MEMORIAL DR STE B 15.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77007
5151 KATY FWY 15.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77007
5151 KATY FWY STE 170 15.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77007
16545 Southwest Frwy #225 15.8 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
16902 SOUTHWEST FWY 15.8 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
635 W 19TH ST STE 203 15.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
3151 HIGHWAY 6 16.0 miles
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
3531 TOWN CENTER BLVD S STE 101 16.1 miles
SUGARLAND, TX 77479
427 W 20TH ST STE 504 16.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
7007 NORTH FWY STE 235 16.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77076
235 W 20TH ST 16.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
1445 NORTH LOOP W STE 720 16.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77008
102 West 11th St 16.6 miles
Houston, TX 77008
107 YALE ST STE 200 16.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77007
1917 W GRAY ST 16.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77019
3648 FM 1960 RD W 17.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77068
6601 CYPRESSWOOD DR # 231 17.1 miles
SPRING, TX 77379
12401 S POST OAK RD STE 235 17.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77045
11120 NORTH FWY STE E 17.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77037
1705 JACKSON ST 17.5 miles
RICHMOND, TX 77469
9563 MAIN ST 17.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77025
1601 Main St Ste 208, 17.6 miles
Richmond, TX 77469
1601 MAIN ST STE 405 17.6 miles
RICHMOND, TX 77469
12600 NORTHBOROUGH DR 17.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77067
5529 Lovetta Rd Ste A, Office 9 17.7 miles
Spring, TX 77379
7515 Main Street, Suite 190 17.8 miles
Houston, TX 77054
2428 TEXAS PKWY 17.8 miles
MISSOURI CITY, TX 77489
6624 FANNIN ST STE 1980 17.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77030
6411 FANNIN ST 18.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77030
7000 FANNIN ST STE 1620 18.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77030
1213 HERMANN DR STE 155 18.2 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77004
1200 Binz St, Ste 115 18.3 miles
Houston, TX 77004
2161 FM 1960 RD W 18.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77090
401 GREENS RD 18.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77060
7580 FANNIN ST ste 180 18.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
9321 KIRBY DR 18.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
16630 IMPERIAL VALLEY DR STE 115 18.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77060
13406 Medical Complex Dr Ste 1, 18.8 miles
Tomball, TX 77375
28465 STATE HIGHWAY 249 18.8 miles
TOMBALL, TX 77375
14755 North Freeway Ste 400 18.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77090
3300 CRAWFORD ST 18.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77004
4114 AVENUE H 18.8 miles
ROSENBERG, TX 77471
5711 Almeda Rd, Ste 131B 18.9 miles
Houston, TX 77004
14080 FM 2920 RD STE A 18.9 miles
TOMBALL, TX 77377
3926 AVENUE H STE 11 18.9 miles
ROSENBERG, TX 77471
654 N SAM HOUSTON PKWY E STE 189 19.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77060
1001 TEXAS ST STE 1400 19.0 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77002
1200 MCKINNEY ST STE 473 19.1 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77010
506 Graham Suite 260 19.1 miles
TOMBALL, TX 77375
15621 Blue Ash Dr STE 170 19.1 miles
Houston, TX 77090
1730 B F Terry Blvd Ste 302 19.1 miles
ROSENBERG, TX 77471
6840 HIGHWAY 6 19.1 miles
MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459
2104 FM 2920 RD 19.3 miles
SPRING, TX 77388
17030 Nanes Dr Ste 108 19.3 miles
Houston, TX 77090
2004 LEELAND ST 19.4 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77003
16903 RED OAK DR STE 130 19.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77090
2520 B F TERRY BLVD 19.6 miles
ROSENBERG, TX 77471
17070 RED OAK DR STE 107 19.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77090
710 FM 1960 RD W 19.7 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77090
24601 Southwest Freeway STE 100 20.3 miles
Rosenberg, TX 77471
1920 RANKIN RD STE 130 20.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77073
110 Cypress Station Suite 152 20.8 miles
Houston, TX 77090
1730 BF Terry Blvd Suite 702 21.7 miles
ROSENBERG, TX 77471
8720 HIGHWAY 6 STE 400 21.8 miles
MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459
8799 NORTH LOOP E STE 110 21.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77029
9009 NORTH LOOP E STE 120 21.8 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77029
2010 FM 1960 Rd E 22.0 miles
Houston, TX 77073
9723 HOMESTEAD RD 22.5 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77016
7117 Lyons Ave 22.6 miles
Houston, TX 77020
4615 I 45 STE 206 23.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77002
5405 CONSULATE PLAZA DR 23.3 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77032
34624 STATE HIGHWAY 249 24.1 miles
PINEHURST, TX 77362
2510 SMITH RANCH RD STE 102 24.5 miles
PEARLAND, TX 77584
6969 GULF FWY STE 370 24.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77087
900 BROADWAY ST 24.6 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77012
19073 INTERSTATE 45 S 24.9 miles
SHENANDOAH, TX 77385
1414 SOUTH LOOP W STE 200 24.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
2626 S LOOP W STE 650D 24.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
2646 SOUTH LOOP W STE 550 24.9 miles
HOUSTON, TX 77054
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- 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:
- Privacy: Allows testing in a private setting, which can be less stressful for individuals being tested.
- Convenience: Tests can be performed at any time and do not require appointments with healthcare providers.
- Immediate Results: Most tests provide results within minutes, offering quick insight into drug use.
- 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:
- Substances Tested: Ensure the kit can detect the specific drugs you are concerned about.
- Sensitivity and Specificity: Look for kits that balance sensitivity (ability to detect drugs at low levels) with specificity (ability to avoid false positives).
- 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.
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Local Area Info: West, Texas
West is a city in McLennan County, Texas, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 2,807. It is named after T.M. West, the first postmaster of the city. The city is located in the north-central part of Texas, approximately 70 miles south of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, 20 miles north of Waco and 120 miles north of Austin, the state's capital.
The first settlers of northern McLennan County arrived in the 1840s. They were farm and ranch families drawn from the east by the rich lands made available by the government sale of land to build schools in Texas. The area farmers cultivated the land and grew cotton, wheat, and grain sorghum, and raised cattle. The farming community centered around a freshwater spring that became known as Bold Springs. In 1860, Bold Springs had a population of about 300 and provided services such as a blacksmith, churches, and a post office.
The Missouri–Kansas–Texas Railroad was laid between Hillsboro and Waco in the fall of 1881. The path of the railroad passed through land owned by Thomas West, who had moved to the area in 1859. He farmed land that he had purchased and served as postmaster of Bold Springs. A train depot was built on the land he sold to the railroad company and the land running beside the tracks was divided into small sections and sold to people wanting to start businesses. The new depot included a post office, and from that time forward it was known as the West Post Office. Mr. West served as postmaster and opened the first general store. He became a successful businessman and later owned a hotel, a furniture store, and a bank.