Gainesville, FL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 132,249 (99% urban, 1% rural).

Population (male): 61,569

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $947.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 30.3%

Poverty (breakdown): (25.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 40.7% for Black residents, 43.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 25.9% for American Indian residents, 60.3% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 43.4% for other race residents, 33.9% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Florida and other state lists, there were 373 registered sex offenders living in Gainesville, Florida as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Gainesville is 353 to 1.>

Land Area: 48.2 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 75,882 - 57.4%
      Black alone - 26,645 - 20.1%
      Hispanic - 15,996 - 12.1%
      Asian alone - 8,438 - 6.4%
      Two or more races - 4,165 - 3.1%
      Other race alone - 661 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 272 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 194 - 0.1%

Gainesville's climate is defined as humid subtropical (Köppen: Cfa). Due to its inland location, Gainesville experiences wide temperature fluctuations, and it is part of USDA Plant hardiness zone 9a. During the hot season, from roughly May 15 to September 30, the city's climate is similar to the rest of the state, with frequent afternoon thunderstorms and high humidity. Average temperatures range from the low 70s (21–23 °C) at night to around 92 °F (33 °C) during the day. The all-time record high of 104 °F (40 °C) was reached on June 27, 1952. From November through March Gainesville experiences a somewhat different climate from much of Florida, with 16 nights of temperatures at freezing or below and sustained freezes every few years. The all-time record low of 6 °F (−14 °C) was reached on February 13, 1899, and the city experienced light snow and freezing rain on Christmas Eve, 1989. Traces of snow were also recorded in 1977, 1996, 2010 and 2016. The daily average temperature in January is 54.3 °F (12.4 °C); on average, the window for freezing temperatures is December 4 to February 24, allowing a growing season of 282 days. As with the rest of the state, cold temperatures are almost always accompanied by clear skies and high pressure systems; snow is therefore rare. Temperatures reaching 100 °F (38 °C) or falling below 20 °F (−7 °C) are rare, having respectively last occurred on June 4, 2019, and January 11, 2010.

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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)

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On-Site Drug Testing Gainesville, FL

Time is money, we can come to you. Accredited Drug Testing provides on-site drug testing services in Gainesville, FL 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.

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Drug Test Screening Panels Available In Gainesville, FL

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 Gainesville, FL - You Choose!

Our on-site drug testing services in Gainesville, FL 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 Gainesville, FL?

Time is money and when sending an employee to one of our many drug testing centers in Gainesville, FL 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

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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:

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  • MVR Reports
  • Employee Training
  • Background Checks
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search

How To Schedule On-Site Drug Testing In Gainesville, FL?

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 Gainesville, FL, we also have drug testing centers available at the following locations.

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Local Area Info: Gainesville, Florida

Gainesville is the county seat and largest city in Alachua County, Florida, United States, and the principal city of the Gainesville, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). The population of Gainesville in the 2017 US Census estimates was 132,249, a 6.4% growth from 2010. Gainesville is the largest city in the region of North Central Florida. It is also a component of the Gainesville-Lake City Combined Statistical Area, which had a 2013 population of 337,925.

Gainesville is located at 29°39'55" North, 82°20'10" West (29.665245, ?82.336097), which is roughly the same latitude as Houston, Texas. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 62.4 square miles (161.6 km2), of which 61.3 square miles (158.8 km2) is land and 1.1 square miles (2.8 km2) is water. The total area is 1.74% water.

Gainesville's tree canopy is both dense and species rich, including broadleaf evergreens, conifers, and deciduous species; the city has been recognized by the National Arbor Day Foundation every year since 1982 as a "Tree City, USA".

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 132,249 (99% urban, 1% rural).

Population (male): 61,569

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $947.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 30.3%

Poverty (breakdown): (25.5% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 40.7% for Black residents, 43.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 25.9% for American Indian residents, 60.3% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 43.4% for other race residents, 33.9% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Florida and other state lists, there were 373 registered sex offenders living in Gainesville, Florida as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Gainesville is 353 to 1.>

Land Area: 48.2 square miles.

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 75,882 - 57.4%
      Black alone - 26,645 - 20.1%
      Hispanic - 15,996 - 12.1%
      Asian alone - 8,438 - 6.4%
      Two or more races - 4,165 - 3.1%
      Other race alone - 661 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 272 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 194 - 0.1%

Gainesville's climate is defined as humid subtropical (Köppen: Cfa). Due to its inland location, Gainesville experiences wide temperature fluctuations, and it is part of USDA Plant hardiness zone 9a. During the hot season, from roughly May 15 to September 30, the city's climate is similar to the rest of the state, with frequent afternoon thunderstorms and high humidity. Average temperatures range from the low 70s (21–23 °C) at night to around 92 °F (33 °C) during the day. The all-time record high of 104 °F (40 °C) was reached on June 27, 1952. From November through March Gainesville experiences a somewhat different climate from much of Florida, with 16 nights of temperatures at freezing or below and sustained freezes every few years. The all-time record low of 6 °F (−14 °C) was reached on February 13, 1899, and the city experienced light snow and freezing rain on Christmas Eve, 1989. Traces of snow were also recorded in 1977, 1996, 2010 and 2016. The daily average temperature in January is 54.3 °F (12.4 °C); on average, the window for freezing temperatures is December 4 to February 24, allowing a growing season of 282 days. As with the rest of the state, cold temperatures are almost always accompanied by clear skies and high pressure systems; snow is therefore rare. Temperatures reaching 100 °F (38 °C) or falling below 20 °F (−7 °C) are rare, having respectively last occurred on June 4, 2019, and January 11, 2010.

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