Merkel, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 1,284

Median Age: 39.9 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $757.

Poverty (breakdown): (14.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 11.1% for Black residents, 14.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 16.4% for other race residents)

Elevation: 1870 feet

Land Area: 1.96 square miles.

Zip Codes: 79536

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $44,344 (it was $29,083 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $21,193 (it was $13,292 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $66,545 (it was $32,700 in 2000) Merkel:$66,545TX:$172,200

Races:
      White alone - 2,066 - 79.8%
      Hispanic - 461 - 17.8%
      Black alone - 27 - 1.0%
      Two or more races - 19 - 0.7%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.2%
      Asian alone - 5 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 4 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 3 - 0.1%

Of the 1,012 households, 37.9% had children under the age of 18 still living with them, 54.7% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.9% were not families. About 25.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 3.08.

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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 Merkel, TX

Time is money, we can come to you. Accredited Drug Testing provides on-site drug testing services in Merkel, TX 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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(800) 221-4291

Drug Test Screening Panels Available In Merkel, TX

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 Merkel, TX - You Choose!

Our on-site drug testing services in Merkel, TX 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 Merkel, TX?

Time is money and when sending an employee to one of our many drug testing centers in Merkel, TX 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 Merkel, TX?

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 Merkel, TX, we also have drug testing centers available at the following locations.

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Local Area Info: Merkel, Texas

Around 1870, when the Texas and Pacific Railway was built, the town was founded as Windmill Town. In 1881 it was renamed to Merkel in honor of the first settler in this area, S. M. Merkel from Germany. In 1882 the first mercantile store and in 1883 the first post office opened.

As of the census of 2000, there were 2,637 people 1,012 households, and 719 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,342.0 people per square mile (519.5/km²). There were 1,202 housing units at an average density of 611.7 per square mile (236.8/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 89.42% White, 1.14% African American, 0.61% Native American, 0.30% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 6.33% from other races, and 2.16% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 14.22% of the population.

There were 1,012 households out of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 still living with them, 54.7% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.9% were non-families. 25.9% of all households were made up of individuals and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 3.08.

Show Regional Data

Population (male): 1,284

Median Age: 39.9 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $757.

Poverty (breakdown): (14.6% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 11.1% for Black residents, 14.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 16.4% for other race residents)

Elevation: 1870 feet

Land Area: 1.96 square miles.

Zip Codes: 79536

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $44,344 (it was $29,083 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $21,193 (it was $13,292 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $66,545 (it was $32,700 in 2000) Merkel:$66,545TX:$172,200

Races:
      White alone - 2,066 - 79.8%
      Hispanic - 461 - 17.8%
      Black alone - 27 - 1.0%
      Two or more races - 19 - 0.7%
      American Indian alone - 5 - 0.2%
      Asian alone - 5 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 4 - 0.2%
      Other race alone - 3 - 0.1%

Of the 1,012 households, 37.9% had children under the age of 18 still living with them, 54.7% were married couples living together, 13.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.9% were not families. About 25.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.56 and the average family size was 3.08.

(800) 221-4291