Elkhart, IN Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 52,558 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +1.3%

Population (male): 25,513

Population (female): 27,045

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $762.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Elkhart: 86.4 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 27.1%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Indiana and other state lists, there were 331 registered sex offenders living in Elkhart, Indiana as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Elkhart is 160 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (13.9%), German (9.6%), Irish (2.4%), English (2.4%), European (1.6%), Italian (1.5%).

Elevation: 750 feet

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 29,433 - 55.3%
      Hispanic - 13,356 - 25.1%
      Black alone - 7,922 - 14.9%
      Two or more races - 2,309 - 4.3%
      Asian alone - 673 - 1.3%
      Other race alone - 188 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 24 - 0.05%
      American Indian alone - 23 - 0.04%

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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)

Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing Centers, Elkhart, IN

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Elkhart, IN and the surrounding areas. To schedule a test call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7. Testing is available for employers and individuals and most Elkhart, IN drug testing centers are within minutes of your home or office. Same day service is available and no appointment is needed in most cases.

Drug, Alcohol, DNA Testing Methods And Services

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, post-accident, court ordered probation, school programs and personal reasons. DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing is available. Testing centers offer 5, 7, 9, 12 and 14 panel drug screenings and all drug tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified laboratory and all test results are verified by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Instant result testing is also available at most testing centers. Drug and Alcohol testing methods can include urine, hair, ETG, breath alcohol (BAC), blood and oral saliva. The detection period for drug and alcohol use is determined by the testing methods and the laboratory analysis utilized. Testing services are administered by trained and certified drug and alcohol testing technicians at all of our Elkhart, IN Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Elkhart, IN and the surrounding areas, we also provide on-site drug and alcohol testing services utilizing our mobile/on-site unit for construction sites, hospitals, schools, roadside locations. When sending your employees to a drug testing center is not cost effective or a person cannot go to a testing center, our on-site mobile testing service may be a valuable option to consider. Please call us for additional information 800-221-4291.

DOT Testing and Services

Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing is provided at our Elkhart, IN testing centers for FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, PHMSA, USCG and all Federally Regulated employers who have safety sensitive employees covered by DOT 49, CFR Part 40. Additional DOT services available include: Consortium membership (random testing pool), Supervisor Training, DOT Physicals and DOT drug policy development. Accredited Drug Testing can provide all services which will ensure compliance with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

DNA Testing

DNA testing is provided for various purposes including paternity, child custody, immigration and other legal proceedings. The DNA test is 99.9% accurate and is a simple swabbing of the mouth process. All DNA tests are analyzed by certified AABB laboratories and can be utilized in any legal proceeding.

Testing Centers located throughout

600 EAST BLVD 0.7 miles

600 EAST BLVD
ELKHART, IN 46514
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700 E BEARDSLEY AVE STE 100 0.9 miles

700 E BEARDSLEY AVE STE 100
ELKHART, IN 46514
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900 Johnson Street 1.0 miles

900 Johnson Street
Elkhart, IN 46514
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303 S NAPPANEE ST 1.4 miles

303 S NAPPANEE ST
ELKHART, IN 46514
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1104 W BRISTOL ST 1.6 miles

1104 W BRISTOL ST
ELKHART, IN 46514
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54595 COUNTY ROAD 17 1.7 miles

54595 COUNTY ROAD 17
ELKHART, IN 46516
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26076 COUNTY ROAD 6 2.8 miles

26076 COUNTY ROAD 6
ELKHART, IN 46514
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3100 WINDSOR CT 3.2 miles

3100 WINDSOR CT
ELKHART, IN 46514
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22818 OLD US 20 3.8 miles

22818 OLD US 20
ELKHART, IN 46516
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5218 Beck Drive Suite 12 4.3 miles

5218 Beck Drive Suite 12
Elkhart, IN 46516
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1632 E Day Rd, 9.6 miles

1632 E Day Rd,
Mishawaka, IN 46545
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4630 VISHULA ROAD 10.0 miles

4630 VISHULA ROAD
MISHAWAKA, IN 46544
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1632 E DAY RD 10.2 miles

1632 E DAY RD
MISHAWAKA, IN 46545
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3515 N MAIN ST., STE 2 10.6 miles

3515 N MAIN ST., STE 2
MISHAWAKA, IN 46545
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7115 HERITAGE SQUARE DR Ste 1250 10.7 miles

7115 HERITAGE SQUARE DR Ste 1250
GRANGER, IN 46530
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6910 N MAIN ST UNIT 14A 10.8 miles

6910 N MAIN ST UNIT 14A
GRANGER, IN 46530
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6913 N MAIN ST 10.8 miles

6913 N MAIN ST
GRANGER, IN 46530
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505 W CLEVELAND RD 11.4 miles

505 W CLEVELAND RD
MISHAWAKA, IN 46545
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3355 DOUGLAS RD STE 100 11.6 miles

3355 DOUGLAS RD STE 100
SOUTH BEND, IN 46635
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2610 E JEFFERSON BLVD 12.1 miles

2610 E JEFFERSON BLVD
SOUTH BEND, IN 46615
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2240 Karisa Dr Ste 3, Goshen Medical Practice in Die 12.3 miles

2240 Karisa Dr Ste 3, Goshen Medical Practice in Die
Goshen, IN 46526
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2014 LINCOLNWAY E 12.4 miles

2014 LINCOLNWAY E
GOSHEN, IN 46526
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2312 EISENHOWER DR N STE 1 12.6 miles

2312 EISENHOWER DR N STE 1
GOSHEN, IN 46526
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1815 E IRELAND RD 13.2 miles

1815 E IRELAND RD
SOUTH BEND, IN 46614
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1245 E IRELAND RD STE B 13.6 miles

1245 E IRELAND RD STE B
SOUTH BEND, IN 46614
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407 N MAIN ST 14.0 miles

407 N MAIN ST
MIDDLEBURY, IN 46540
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615 N MICHIGAN ST 14.1 miles

615 N MICHIGAN ST
SOUTH BEND, IN 46601
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207 N MAIN ST 14.2 miles

207 N MAIN ST
SOUTH BEND, IN 46601
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19567 CLEVELAND RD 14.2 miles

19567 CLEVELAND RD
SOUTH BEND, IN 46637
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530 N LAFAYETTE BLVD 14.3 miles

530 N LAFAYETTE BLVD
SOUTH BEND, IN 46601
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2002 S 11TH ST 16.1 miles

2002 S 11TH ST
NILES, MI 49120
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1010 N BENDIX DR 16.3 miles

1010 N BENDIX DR
SOUTH BEND, IN 46628
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2301 N BENDIX DR STE 500 16.5 miles

2301 N BENDIX DR STE 500
SOUTH BEND, IN 46628
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502 S OAKLAND AVE 16.8 miles

502 S OAKLAND AVE
NAPPANEE, IN 46550
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31 N SAINT JOSEPH AVE 17.5 miles

31 N SAINT JOSEPH AVE
NILES, MI 49120
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1020 HIGH RD 18.1 miles

1020 HIGH RD
BREMEN, IN 46506
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67105 US HIGHWAY 131 S 18.7 miles

67105 US HIGHWAY 131 S
CONSTANTINE, MI 49042
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500 S MONTGOMERY ST APT 213 18.7 miles

500 S MONTGOMERY ST APT 213
BREMEN, IN 46506
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420 W HIGH ST 21.9 miles

420 W HIGH ST
DOWAGIAC, MI 49047
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520 MAIN ST STE A 22.0 miles

520 MAIN ST STE A
DOWAGIAC, MI 49047
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701 S HEALTH PKWY 24.4 miles

701 S HEALTH PKWY
THREE RIVERS, MI 49093
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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

Overview of Drug, Alcohol, and DNA Testing

Drug, alcohol, and DNA testing are three distinct types of biomedical tests that serve important roles in healthcare, legal, employment, and personal settings. Each type of testing helps in making informed decisions, ensuring safety, and understanding genetic information. Here, we explore the purposes and applications of these tests in a consumer context.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Drug and alcohol testing are commonly used to detect the presence of illicit substances or alcohol in an individual's system. These tests are crucial in various professional and legal scenarios to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

  • Drug Testing: Typically involves analyzing urine, blood, hair, or saliva to detect illegal drugs or misuse of prescription medications. Common in employment settings, particularly for positions involving public safety, and in compliance with legal requirements such as those enforced by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • Alcohol Testing: Measures blood alcohol content (BAC) through breath, blood, or urine tests. This is essential for enforcing drinking and driving laws, workplace policies, and in treatment programs for alcohol misuse.

DNA Testing

DNA testing involves analyzing a person's genetic material to gather information about ancestry, identify genetic disorders, establish family relationships, or aid in forensic investigations.

  1. Ancestry and Genealogy: Helps individuals trace family roots and understand ethnic backgrounds.
  2. Medical Testing: Identifies genetic predispositions to certain health conditions, aiding in early diagnosis and management of diseases.
  3. Paternity and Relationship Testing: Determines biological relationships, commonly used in paternity disputes and adoption cases.
  4. Forensic Testing: Assists in criminal investigations by identifying suspects or victims through genetic fingerprints.

Applications and Importance

These tests play pivotal roles in various sectors:

  • Healthcare: Drug and DNA testing contribute to diagnosing diseases, managing treatment plans, and preventive health care.
  • Legal and Forensic: Crucial in legal proceedings, including criminal justice, custody cases, and legal determinations of impairment.
  • Employment: Employers utilize drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe and productive workplace, especially in industries where safety is paramount.

In summary, drug, alcohol, and DNA testing provide essential data that helps protect public safety, enforce laws, and uncover important personal and health information. Each type of testing is governed by specific standards to ensure accuracy, privacy, and ethical handling of results.

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Local Area Info: Elkhart, Indiana

Elkhart /??lk??rt/ is a city in Elkhart County, Indiana, United States. The city is located 15 miles (24 km) east of South Bend, Indiana, 110 miles (180 km) east of Chicago, Illinois, and 150 miles (240 km) north of Indianapolis, Indiana. Elkhart has the larger population of the two principal cities of the Elkhart-Goshen Metropolitan Statistical Area, which in turn is part of the South Bend-Elkhart-Mishawaka Combined Statistical Area, in a region commonly known as Michiana. The population was 50,949 at the 2010 census. Despite the shared name, it is not the county seat of Elkhart County; that position is held by the city of Goshen, located about 10 miles (16 km) southeast of Elkhart.

When the Northwest Territory was organized in 1787, the area now known as Elkhart was mainly inhabited by the Ottawa, Chippewa, and Potawatomi Indian tribes. In 1829, the Village of Pulaski was established, consisting of a Post Office, mill, and a few houses on the north side of the St. Joseph River. Two years later, Dr. Havilah Beardsley moved westward from Ohio and purchased one square mile of land from Pierre Moran (a half French, half Native American Potawatomi Chief) in order to establish a rival town named Elkhart. In 1839, the Pulaski Post Office was officially changed to Elkhart.

Elkhart County was founded exclusively by immigrants from New England. These were old stock "Yankee" immigrants, that is to say they were descended from the English Puritans who settled New England in the 1600s. The completion of the Erie Canal caused a surge in New England immigration to what was then the Northwest Territory. The end of the Black Hawk War led to an additional surge of immigration, once again coming almost exclusively from the six New England states as a result of overpopulation combined with land shortages in that region. Some of these later settlers were from upstate New York and had parents who had moved to that region from New England shortly after the Revolutionary War. New Englanders and New England transplants from upstate New York were the vast majority of Elkhart County's inhabitants during the first several decades of its history. These settlers were primarily members of the Congregational Church though due to the Second Great Awakening many of them had converted to Methodism and some had become Baptists before coming to what is now Elkhart County. The Congregational Church subsequently has gone through many divisions and some factions, including those in Elkhart County are now known as the Church of Christ and the United Church of Christ. As a result of this heritage the vast majority of inhabitants in Elkhart County, much like antebellum New England were overwhelmingly in favor of the abolitionist movement during the decades leading up to the Civil War. Correspondingly, many inhabitants of Elkhart County fought in the Union Army during the Civil War. In the late 1880s and early 1890s Irish and German migrants began moving into Elkhart County, most of these later immigrants did not move directly from Ireland and Germany, but rather from other areas in the Midwest where they had already been living, particularly the state of Ohio.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 52,558 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +1.3%

Population (male): 25,513

Population (female): 27,045

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $762.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Elkhart: 86.4 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 27.1%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Indiana and other state lists, there were 331 registered sex offenders living in Elkhart, Indiana as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Elkhart is 160 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (13.9%), German (9.6%), Irish (2.4%), English (2.4%), European (1.6%), Italian (1.5%).

Elevation: 750 feet

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 29,433 - 55.3%
      Hispanic - 13,356 - 25.1%
      Black alone - 7,922 - 14.9%
      Two or more races - 2,309 - 4.3%
      Asian alone - 673 - 1.3%
      Other race alone - 188 - 0.4%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 24 - 0.05%
      American Indian alone - 23 - 0.04%

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