Ponchatoula, LA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Ponchatoula: 82.2 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 20.2%

Poverty (breakdown): (14.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 31.1% for Black residents, 0.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 14.2% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (7.7%), Italian (6.3%), French (5.9%), German (5.5%), English (4.0%), Irish (3.2%).

Land Area: 4.22 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 70454

Races:
      White alone - 4,037 - 61.5%
      Black alone - 2,146 - 32.7%
      Hispanic - 207 - 3.2%
      Two or more races - 113 - 1.7%
      Asian alone - 36 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 10 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 9 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.02%

Ponchatoula is a name signifying "falling hair" or "hanging hair" or "flowing hair" from the Choctaw Pashi "hair" and itula or itola "to fall" or "to hang" or "flowing." It was the Indians' way of expressing the beauty of the location, with much Spanish moss hanging from the trees. "Ponche" is an Indian word meaning location, object, or person. The name is eponymous with the Ponchatoula Creek, which flows from points north of the city into the Natalbany River southwest of town.

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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)

Ponchatoula, LA Locations

Employment, DOT, Court Ordered, Probation, School, Family

Multiple Testing Centers In Ponchatoula, LA

Scheduling a test is Fast and Easy, call our scheduling department or schedule your test online 24/7

* You must register by phone or online to receive your donor pass/registration prior to proceeding to the testing center.

Industry Partners

Ponchatoula, LA Testing Locations

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18261 ESTERBROOK RD 1.1 miles

18261 ESTERBROOK RD
PONCHATOULA, LA 70454
Categories: PONCHATOULA LA

42078 VETERANS AVE STE C 2.5 miles

42078 VETERANS AVE STE C
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Categories: HAMMOND LA

1109 C M FAGAN DRIVE SUITE J 3.4 miles

1109 C M FAGAN DRIVE SUITE J
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Categories: HAMMOND LA

1735 1/2 SW RAILROAD AVE 3.4 miles

1735 1/2 SW RAILROAD AVE
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Categories: HAMMOND LA

1900 S MORRISON BLVD 4.0 miles

1900 S MORRISON BLVD
HAMMOND, LA 70403
Categories: HAMMOND LA

1445 South Morrison Boulevard, 4.0 miles

1445 South Morrison Boulevard,
Hammond, LA 70403
Categories: Hammond LA

1320 N MORRISON BLVD STE 106 5.6 miles

1320 N MORRISON BLVD STE 106
HAMMOND, LA 70401
Categories: HAMMOND LA

19115 FLORIDA BLVD 9.4 miles

19115 FLORIDA BLVD
ALBANY, LA 70711
Categories: ALBANY LA

16300 HIGHWAY 1085 16.7 miles

16300 HIGHWAY 1085
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Categories: COVINGTON LA

1111 Greengate Drive 16.9 miles

1111 Greengate Drive
Covington, LA 70433
Categories: Covington LA

14292 FLORIDA BLVD 18.3 miles

14292 FLORIDA BLVD
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

29565 S FROST RD STE C 18.7 miles

29565 S FROST RD STE C
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

20170 Ohio St 19.0 miles

20170 Ohio St
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

71380 HIGHWAY 21 STE 102 19.1 miles

71380 HIGHWAY 21 STE 102
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Categories: COVINGTON LA

1202 S TYLER ST 19.5 miles

1202 S TYLER ST
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Categories: COVINGTON LA

706 W 15th Ave, 19.8 miles

706 W 15th Ave,
Covington, LA 70433
Categories: Covington LA

4430 HIGHWAY 22 20.0 miles

4430 HIGHWAY 22
MANDEVILLE, LA 70471
Categories: MANDEVILLE LA

108 N MYRTLE ST 20.2 miles

108 N MYRTLE ST
AMITE, LA 70422
Categories: AMITE LA

301 WALNUT ST 20.7 miles

301 WALNUT ST
AMITE, LA 70422
Categories: AMITE LA

309 WALNUT ST STE A 20.7 miles

309 WALNUT ST STE A
AMITE, LA 70422
Categories: AMITE LA

4244 Highway 22, 20.8 miles

4244 Highway 22,
Mandeville, LA 70471
Categories: Mandeville LA

211 W CA-- USEWAY APPROACH 21.1 miles

211 W CA-- USEWAY APPROACH
MANDEVILLE, LA 70471
Categories: MANDEVILLE LA

2330 N CAUSEWAY BLVD 21.2 miles

2330 N CAUSEWAY BLVD
MANDEVILLE, LA 70471
Categories: MANDEVILLE LA

67252 INDUSTRY LN 21.4 miles

67252 INDUSTRY LN
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Categories: COVINGTON LA

360 EMERALD FOREST BLVD STE H 21.4 miles

360 EMERALD FOREST BLVD STE H
COVINGTON, LA 70433
Categories: COVINGTON LA

360 Emerald Forest Blvd Suite H 21.5 miles

360 Emerald Forest Blvd Suite H
Covington, LA 70433
Categories: Covington LA

17199 SPRING RANCH RD STE 100 22.0 miles

17199 SPRING RANCH RD STE 100
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

17199 SPRING RANCH RD 22.0 miles

17199 SPRING RANCH RD
LIVINGSTON, LA 70754
Categories: LIVINGSTON LA

13466 Vera McGowen Rd 24.0 miles

13466 Vera McGowen Rd
Walker, LA 70785
Categories: Walker LA

2139 SPYGLASS DR 24.3 miles

2139 SPYGLASS DR
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

3674 HWY 51 24.7 miles

3674 HWY 51
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

3674 HWY. 51 24.7 miles

3674 HWY. 51
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

3317 NEW HIGHWAY 51 24.8 miles

3317 NEW HIGHWAY 51
LA PLACE, LA 70068
Categories: LA PLACE LA

Scheduling a test is Fast and Easy, call our scheduling department or schedule your test online 24/7

*You must register by phone or online to receive your donor pass/registration prior to proceeding to the testing center

Accredited Drug Testing has drug testing locations in most cities and towns throughout the United States. Providing drug testing, alcohol testing, DNA testing and other related services. Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office. Same day service is available in most cases. To schedule a test please call our scheduling department at 1-800-221-4291 or you may schedule your test online utilizing your zip code in which you are located.

Employers - Accredited Drug Testing provides easy, convenient, confidential and cost-effective drug testing services, including pre-employment drug testing, random drug testing, post-accident drug testing and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. We can also assist you with the implementation of your drug free workplace program with drug policy development, supervisor training, employee education and on-going consultation. In many cases a company certified as a drug free workplace can receive discounts on their workers' compensation insurance premiums along with lowering employee absenteeism, enhancing workplace safety and improving employee morale. To open a no cost employer drug testing account click here or call our office at 1-800-221-4291

Individuals - If you are an individual in need of a drug, alcohol or DNA test, Accredited Drug Testing is your one stop shopping for all your testing needs. Simply call our customer service staff at 1-800-221-4291 or you may register online. There is no need to open an account or be affiliated with any company. Accredited Drug Testing offers drug testing for personal, court ordered, probation, child custody or any other reason you may need! To schedule a test please call our scheduling department at 1-800-221-4291 or you may schedule your test online utilizing your zip code in which you are located.

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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.

AI Overview

Local Drug Testing Centers: A Comprehensive Guide

Local drug testing centers play a pivotal role in the enforcement of drug-free policies in workplaces, schools, and other institutions. They provide a necessary service for drug screening, ensuring public safety, enhancing workplace productivity, and contributing to overall community health. This guide covers the importance, services, and considerations involved in utilizing local drug testing centers.

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.

Benefits of Using Local Drug Testing Centers

Utilizing local drug testing centers offers numerous benefits:

  • Convenience: Local centers provide easy access for individuals and organizations, reducing the time and cost associated with travel.
  • Quick Results: Many local centers offer rapid results, which is critical for timely decision-making in employment and health care scenarios.
  • Support for Compliance: They assist organizations in complying with legal requirements and maintaining industry certifications and standards.

Local drug testing centers are essential for maintaining safe and compliant environments in various settings. By choosing a reputable and properly accredited center, organizations and individuals can rely on precise and efficient service to meet their drug testing needs.

Show Regional Data

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Ponchatoula: 82.2 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 20.2%

Poverty (breakdown): (14.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 31.1% for Black residents, 0.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 14.2% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (7.7%), Italian (6.3%), French (5.9%), German (5.5%), English (4.0%), Irish (3.2%).

Land Area: 4.22 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 70454

Races:
      White alone - 4,037 - 61.5%
      Black alone - 2,146 - 32.7%
      Hispanic - 207 - 3.2%
      Two or more races - 113 - 1.7%
      Asian alone - 36 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 10 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 9 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.02%

Ponchatoula is a name signifying "falling hair" or "hanging hair" or "flowing hair" from the Choctaw Pashi "hair" and itula or itola "to fall" or "to hang" or "flowing." It was the Indians' way of expressing the beauty of the location, with much Spanish moss hanging from the trees. "Ponche" is an Indian word meaning location, object, or person. The name is eponymous with the Ponchatoula Creek, which flows from points north of the city into the Natalbany River southwest of town.