Alva, OK Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 5,103 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -3.5%

Population (male): 2,682

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Alva: 79.7 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 16.0%

Poverty (breakdown): (13.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 60.1% for Black residents, 42.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 20.8% for American Indian residents, 17.6% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Oklahoma and other state lists, there were 12 registered sex offenders living in Alva, Oklahoma as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Alva is 428 to 1.>

Elevation: 1340 feet

Zip Codes: 73717

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $41,108 (it was $27,432 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $26,952 (it was $17,966 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $101,071 (it was $49,800 in 2000) Alva:$101,071OK:$137,400

Races:
      White alone - 4,324 - 84.1%
      Hispanic - 262 - 5.1%
      Two or more races - 220 - 4.3%
      Black alone - 171 - 3.3%
      Asian alone - 52 - 1.0%
      American Indian alone - 45 - 0.9%

The United States Secretary of the Interior chose Alva as the seat of County M when Oklahoma Territory was organized in 1890. A U.S. government land office opened there before a presidential proclamation on August 19, 1893, opened the Cherokee Outlet for general settlement. The actual land run occurred September 16, 1893. By then, Alva's 320 acres (1.3 km2) site had been formally surveyed and platted.

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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)

Alva, OK Locations

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Alva, OK Testing Locations

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603 Barnes Ave 0.9 miles

603 Barnes Ave
Alva, OK 73717
Categories: Alva OK

800 SHARE DR 1.3 miles

800 SHARE DR
ALVA, OK 73717
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220 S 8TH ST 17.7 miles

220 S 8TH ST
KIOWA, KS 67070
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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.

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Importance of Local Drug Testing Centers

Drug testing centers are crucial for identifying drug use and ensuring compliance with various legal and safety regulations. They help employers maintain a safe and productive work environment, assist law enforcement and legal professionals, and support health care providers in treating and advising patients on substance use.

Services Offered by Local Drug Testing Centers

  • Pre-Employment Screening: Testing potential employees to ensure they meet the employer's policies regarding drug use.
  • Random Drug Testing: Conducting unscheduled drug tests to deter drug use among employees or members of an organization.
  • Reasonable Suspicion Testing: Testing individuals who exhibit behaviors that suggest drug use, based on observed conditions explicitly articulated by trained supervisors.
  • Post-Accident Testing: Assessing employees for drug use after an accident to determine if drugs were a contributing factor to the incident.
  • Follow-Up Testing: Monitoring employees who have returned to work after participating in rehabilitation programs for substance use.

Choosing a Local Drug Testing Center

  1. Accreditation: Ensure the center is accredited by relevant health and safety authorities, indicating compliance with industry standards.
  2. Confidentiality: The center should uphold strict confidentiality policies to protect the privacy of individuals undergoing testing.
  3. Technology and Accuracy: Check that the center employs up-to-date technology and methodology for accurate and reliable testing results.

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  • Convenience: Local centers provide easy access for individuals and organizations, reducing the time and cost associated with travel.
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  • Support for Compliance: They assist organizations in complying with legal requirements and maintaining industry certifications and standards.

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Local Area Info: Alva, Oklahoma

Alva is a city in and the county seat of Woods County, Oklahoma, United States, along the Salt Fork Arkansas River. The population was 4,945 at the 2010 census. Northwestern Oklahoma State University is located in Alva.

Alva was established in 1893 as a General Land Office for the Cherokee Outlet land run, the largest of the land rushes that settled western and central Oklahoma. The site was chosen for its location on the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway and likely named for a railroad attorney, Alva Adams, who had become governor of Colorado.

When the Southern Kansas Railway, began extending its line from Kiowa, Kansas across the Cherokee Outlet in 1886, Alva became the first railroad station southwest of Kiowa. The line was operational in 1887, in time for the opening of the Unassigned Lands.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 5,103 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -3.5%

Population (male): 2,682

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Alva: 79.7 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 16.0%

Poverty (breakdown): (13.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 60.1% for Black residents, 42.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 20.8% for American Indian residents, 17.6% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Oklahoma and other state lists, there were 12 registered sex offenders living in Alva, Oklahoma as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Alva is 428 to 1.>

Elevation: 1340 feet

Zip Codes: 73717

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $41,108 (it was $27,432 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $26,952 (it was $17,966 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $101,071 (it was $49,800 in 2000) Alva:$101,071OK:$137,400

Races:
      White alone - 4,324 - 84.1%
      Hispanic - 262 - 5.1%
      Two or more races - 220 - 4.3%
      Black alone - 171 - 3.3%
      Asian alone - 52 - 1.0%
      American Indian alone - 45 - 0.9%

The United States Secretary of the Interior chose Alva as the seat of County M when Oklahoma Territory was organized in 1890. A U.S. government land office opened there before a presidential proclamation on August 19, 1893, opened the Cherokee Outlet for general settlement. The actual land run occurred September 16, 1893. By then, Alva's 320 acres (1.3 km2) site had been formally surveyed and platted.