Ambler, AK Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 263 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: -14.9%

Population (male): 137

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $793.

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Alaska and other state lists, there were 3 registered sex offenders living in Ambler, Alaska as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Ambler is 99 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (1.4%).

Elevation:

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 99786

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $61,728 (it was $43,500 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $20,708 (it was $13,712 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $223,608 (it was $112,500 in 2000) Ambler:$223,608AK:$273,100

Races:
      American Indian alone - 218 - 84.5%
      White alone - 29 - 11.2%
      Two or more races - 10 - 3.9%
      Black alone - 1 - 0.4%

The community was named for a tributary of the Kobuk River, which was named for Dr. James M. Ambler, who died of starvation after his ship was trapped in the Arctic ice in 1881. Ambler was permanently settled in 1958 when people from Shungnak and Kobuk moved downstream because of the variety of fish, wild game and spruce trees in the area. An archaeological site is located nearby at Onion Portage. A post office was established in 1963. The City was incorporated in 1971. The story of the prophet Maniilaq states that he predicted in the future a great whale would swim upriver and arrive at Ambler.

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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)

Onsite Testing

On-Site Drug Testing Ambler, AK

Time is money, we can come to you. Accredited Drug Testing provides on-site drug testing services in Ambler, AK and throughout the local area for employers who need drug or alcohol testing at their place of business or other location. On-site drug testing methods include urine drug testing, hair drug testing, oral saliva drug testing and breath alcohol testing. Both instant drug test results and laboratory analyzed testing is available. Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident.

(800) 221-4291

Drug Test Screening Panels Available In Ambler, AK

We offer a 5-panel drug test, which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • PCP

We offer a 10-panel drug test which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbituates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • MDA
  • Methadone
  • Methaqualone
  • Opiates
  • PCP
  • Propoxyphene

We offer a 12-panel drug test which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • MDA
  • Methadone
  • Methaqualone
  • Opiates
  • PCP
  • Propoxyphene
  • Meperidine
  • Tramadol

** Customized drug testing panels such as bath salts, synthetic marijuana, steroids and other drugs are also available.

Urine or Hair On-site Drug Testing In Ambler, AK - You Choose!

Our on-site drug testing services in Ambler, AK include urine drug testing, which has a detection period of 1-5 days and hair drug testing which has a detection period of up to 90 days. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours, when analyzed by our SAMHSA Certified Laboratories. Negative instant test results are available immediately, non-negative test results require laboratory confirmation.

Why Use On-Site Drug Testing in Ambler, AK?

Time is money and when sending an employee to one of our many drug testing centers in Ambler, AK would cause disruption to your business operations or affect your employees work productivity, conducting on-site drug testing will eliminate these issues.

Who Uses On-Site Drug Testing?

  • Construction Sites
  • Manufacturing Plants
  • Power Plants
  • Motor Pool Facilities
  • Car Dealerships
  • Trucking/Transportation Companies
  • Schools
  • Sports Venues
  • Hospitals
  • Oil & Gas Drillings Sites

Are you a DOT Regulated Company?

Accredited Drug Testing has trained and qualified collectors who also specialize in providing on-site drug testing services for all DOT modes to include:

Additional DOT Services:

  • DOT Consortium Enrollment
  • DOT Physicals
  • Supervisor Training
  • DOT Drug Policy Development
  • MVR Reports
  • Employee Training
  • Background Checks
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search

How To Schedule On-Site Drug Testing In Ambler, AK?

Step 1 - Call our on-site coordinator at (800)221-4291

Step 2 - Have at least 10 employees needing to be tested (recommended)

Step 3 - Provide the date, location and time of the requested on-site drug testing services

In addition to on-site drug testing in Ambler, AK, we also have drug testing centers available at the following locations.

(800) 221-4291

Schedule Your Test

Local Area Info: Ambler, Alaska

Ambler (Inupiaq: Ivisaappaat, IPA: [ivisa?p?a?t]) is a city in Northwest Arctic Borough, Alaska, United States. At the 2010 census the population was 258, down from 309 in 2000. The city is located in the large Iñupiaq language speaking region of Alaska, and the local dialect is known as the Ambler dialect (related to the Shugnak dialect). As of 1999[update], over 91% of the community speaks and understands the language (Kraus, 1999), with many young children actively learning the language in school. It has important relationships with the "hub" city of Kotzebue, Alaska and has important relationships with Maniilaq Health Association.

Ambler is located at 67°05?06?N 157°51?37?W? / ?67.085000°N 157.860331°W? / 67.085000; -157.860331, on the north bank of the Kobuk River, near the confluence of the Ambler and the Kobuk Rivers. It lies 45 miles north of the Arctic Circle. It is 138 miles northeast of Kotzebue, 30 miles northwest of Kobuk and 30 miles downriver from Shungnak. Ambler is located in the Kotzebue Recording District.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10.8 square miles (28 km2). 9.5 square miles (25 km2) of it is land and 1.3 square miles (3.4 km2) of it (11.91%) is water.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 263 (0% urban, 100% rural). >Population change since 2000: -14.9%

Population (male): 137

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $793.

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Alaska and other state lists, there were 3 registered sex offenders living in Ambler, Alaska as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Ambler is 99 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (1.4%).

Elevation:

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 99786

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $61,728 (it was $43,500 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $20,708 (it was $13,712 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $223,608 (it was $112,500 in 2000) Ambler:$223,608AK:$273,100

Races:
      American Indian alone - 218 - 84.5%
      White alone - 29 - 11.2%
      Two or more races - 10 - 3.9%
      Black alone - 1 - 0.4%

The community was named for a tributary of the Kobuk River, which was named for Dr. James M. Ambler, who died of starvation after his ship was trapped in the Arctic ice in 1881. Ambler was permanently settled in 1958 when people from Shungnak and Kobuk moved downstream because of the variety of fish, wild game and spruce trees in the area. An archaeological site is located nearby at Onion Portage. A post office was established in 1963. The City was incorporated in 1971. The story of the prophet Maniilaq states that he predicted in the future a great whale would swim upriver and arrive at Ambler.

(800) 221-4291