Merrimac, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 6,338. >Population change since 2000: +3.3%

Population (female): 3,281

Poverty (breakdown):

Elevation: 107 feet

Land Area: 8.53 square miles.

Zip Codes: 01860

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $85,894 (it was $58,692 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $37,144 (it was $24,869 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $394,127 (it was $201,000 in 2000) Merrimac:$394,127MA:$385,400

Races:
      White alone - 6,067 - 95.7%
      Hispanic - 115 - 1.8%
      Two or more races - 68 - 1.1%
      Black alone - 36 - 0.6%
      Asian alone - 41 - 0.6%
      American Indian alone - 8 - 0.1%
      Other race alone - 3 - 0.05%

Goldribbon

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, Merrimac, MA

Alcohol Testing 2

ScheduleButton CityPagesV2 300x88

Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Merrimac, MA 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 Merrimac, MA 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 Merrimac, MA Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Merrimac, MA 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 Merrimac, MA 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

24 MORRILL PL 3.8 miles

24 MORRILL PL
AMESBURY, MA 1913
Categories: AMESBURY MA

215 SUMMER ST STE 14 5.0 miles

215 SUMMER ST STE 14
HAVERHILL, MA 1830
Categories: HAVERHILL MA

296 Main Street 5.1 miles

296 Main Street
Haverhill, MA 1830
Categories: Haverhill MA

411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205 8.6 miles

411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2 8.6 miles

380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

289 Main St, 10.6 miles

289 Main St,
Salem, NH 3079
Categories: Salem NH

200 SUTTON ST STE 135 10.8 miles

200 SUTTON ST STE 135
NORTH ANDOVER, MA 1845
Categories: NORTH ANDOVER MA

19 HAMPTON RD STE 13 10.8 miles

19 HAMPTON RD STE 13
EXETER, NH 3833
Categories: EXETER NH

6 HAMPTON RD 11.1 miles

6 HAMPTON RD
EXETER, NH 3833
Categories: EXETER NH

60 EAST ST STE 1400 11.2 miles

60 EAST ST STE 1400
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

380 LAFAYETTE RD 11.2 miles

380 LAFAYETTE RD
HAMPTON, NH 3842
Categories: HAMPTON NH

1 GENERAL ST 11.2 miles

1 GENERAL ST
LAWRENCE, MA 1841
Categories: LAWRENCE MA

91 PORTSMOUTH AVE 11.3 miles

91 PORTSMOUTH AVE
EXETER, NH 3833
Categories: EXETER NH

7 WESTRIDGE DR 11.6 miles

7 WESTRIDGE DR
HAMPTON, NH 3842
Categories: HAMPTON NH

159 N BROADWAY 12.0 miles

159 N BROADWAY
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

138 Haverhill St, 12.7 miles

138 Haverhill St,
Andover, MA 1810
Categories: Andover MA

25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A 13.0 miles

25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

31 STILES RD STE 1300 13.1 miles

31 STILES RD STE 1300
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

49 RANGE RD STE 101 13.1 miles

49 RANGE RD STE 101
WINDHAM, NH 3087
Categories: WINDHAM NH

45 Stiles Rd Ste 102, 13.2 miles

45 Stiles Rd Ste 102,
Salem, NH 3079
Categories: Salem NH

1 Branch St, 13.8 miles

1 Branch St,
Methuen, MA 1844
Categories: Methuen MA

P.O. Box 546 15.0 miles

P.O. Box 546
Andover, MA 1810
Categories: Andover MA

194 NORTH ST 16.2 miles

194 NORTH ST
DANVERS, MA 1923
Categories: DANVERS MA

6 FREETOWN RD 16.4 miles

6 FREETOWN RD
RAYMOND, NH 3077
Categories: RAYMOND NH

60 CRYSTAL AVE UNIT B STE 2 17.0 miles

60 CRYSTAL AVE UNIT B STE 2
DERRY, NH 3038
Categories: DERRY NH

50 NASHUA RD STE 301 17.6 miles

50 NASHUA RD STE 301
LONDONDERRY, NH 3053
Categories: LONDONDERRY NH

20 DAME RD 17.9 miles

20 DAME RD
NEWMARKET, NH 3857
Categories: NEWMARKET NH

200 Griffin Rd Unit 12, 18.6 miles

200 Griffin Rd Unit 12,
Portsmouth, NH 3801
Categories: Portsmouth NH

875 GREENLAND RD, UNIT B-2 18.8 miles

875 GREENLAND RD, UNIT B-2
PORTSMOUTH, NH 3801
Categories: PORTSMOUTH NH

140 Commonwealth Ave, 19.4 miles

140 Commonwealth Ave,
Danvers, MA 1923
Categories: Danvers MA

345 MAIN ST 19.6 miles

345 MAIN ST
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
Categories: TEWKSBURY MA

750 Layayette Road 19.6 miles

750 Layayette Road
Portsmouth, NH 3801
Categories: Portsmouth NH

700 Rogers Street, 19.7 miles

700 Rogers Street,
Lowell, MA 1854
Categories: Lowell MA

229 Andover Street 19.8 miles

229 Andover Street
Peabody, MA 1960
Categories: Peabody MA

1 HOSPITAL DR 19.8 miles

1 HOSPITAL DR
LOWELL, MA 1852
Categories: LOWELL MA

25 New Hampshire Ave Ste 105 20.0 miles

25 New Hampshire Ave Ste 105
PORTSMOUTH, NH 3801
Categories: PORTSMOUTH NH

66B CONCORD ST 20.2 miles

66B CONCORD ST
WILMINGTON, MA 1887
Categories: WILMINGTON MA

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL 20.5 miles

1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL
PEABODY, MA 1960
Categories: PEABODY MA

17 MAIN ST APT 2A 21.5 miles

17 MAIN ST APT 2A
WAKEFIELD, MA 1880
Categories: WAKEFIELD MA

128 ROUTE 27 22.5 miles

128 ROUTE 27
RAYMOND, NH 3077
Categories: RAYMOND NH

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 22.6 miles

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1,
Billerica, MA 1862
Categories: Billerica MA

340 HARVEY RD 22.9 miles

340 HARVEY RD
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
Categories: MANCHESTER NH

On-site only 23.0 miles

On-site only
Wakefield, MA 1880
Categories: Wakefield MA

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 23.2 miles

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 1863
Categories: NORTH CHELMSFORD MA

16 Main Street 23.3 miles

16 Main Street
Stoneham, MA 2180
Categories: Stoneham MA

271 WESTERN AVE STE102 23.4 miles

271 WESTERN AVE STE102
LYNN, MA 1904
Categories: LYNN MA

371 BROADWAY 23.4 miles

371 BROADWAY
SAUGUS, MA 1906
Categories: SAUGUS MA

510 BOSTON RD 23.5 miles

510 BOSTON RD
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

1 HIGHLANDER WAY 23.6 miles

1 HIGHLANDER WAY
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
Categories: MANCHESTER NH

1 CROSSWOODS PATH BLVD STE 3A 23.7 miles

1 CROSSWOODS PATH BLVD STE 3A
MERRIMACK, NH 3054
Categories: MERRIMACK NH

300 Main St, 23.8 miles

300 Main St,
Nashua, NH 3060
Categories: Nashua NH

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY 23.8 miles

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY
NASHUA, NH 3060
Categories: NASHUA NH

39 Village Square, 23.8 miles

39 Village Square,
Chelmsford, MA 1824
Categories: Chelmsford MA

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 23.8 miles

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 23.8 miles

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400
Woburn, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn MA

1279 S WILLOW ST ste E-G 24.0 miles

1279 S WILLOW ST ste E-G
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
Categories: MANCHESTER NH

2075 S WILLOW ST 24.0 miles

2075 S WILLOW ST
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
Categories: MANCHESTER NH

8 AUBURN ST 24.1 miles

8 AUBURN ST
NASHUA, NH 3064
Categories: NASHUA NH

48 HAMILTON AVE 24.2 miles

48 HAMILTON AVE
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

275 MAMMOTH RD STE 3 24.2 miles

275 MAMMOTH RD STE 3
MANCHESTER, NH 3109
Categories: MANCHESTER NH

52 BOW ST 24.3 miles

52 BOW ST
STONEHAM, MA 2180
Categories: STONEHAM MA

14A BROAD ST 24.6 miles

14A BROAD ST
NASHUA, NH 3064
Categories: NASHUA NH

POH on-site only 24.9 miles

POH on-site only
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

Onsite Only 24.9 miles

Onsite Only
Woburn Ma, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn Ma MA

166 KINSLEY ST STE 203 24.9 miles

166 KINSLEY ST STE 203
NASHUA, NH 3060
Categories: NASHUA NH

In addition to our Drug, Alcohol and DNA testing centers located in Merrimac, MA and the surrounding areas, Accredited Drug Testing also has testing centers located in most cities throughout the State of . Call us today to find the closest testing center near you.

Scheduling a Drug, Alcohol or DNA Test is fast and easy, call us today or click the express scheduling button.

800-221-4291

ScheduleButton CityPagesV2 300x88

Schedule Drug, Alcohol, DNA Tests

(800) 221-4291

Schedule Your Test

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.

"When You Need a Test, Choose the Best"

Accredited Drug Testing

Testing Centers Nationwide

(800)221-4291

For more information regarding the effects of drug abuse - Click Here

For more information on a drug free work place - Click Here

Local Area Info: Merrimac, Massachusetts

Merrimac is a small town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States, and on the southeastern border of New Hampshire, approximately 34 miles (55 km) northeast of Boston and 10 miles (16 km) west of the Atlantic Ocean. It was incorporated on April 11, 1876. It is situated along the north bank of the Merrimack River in the Merrimack Valley. The population was 6,338 at the 2010 census. Historically a manufacturing center, it has long since become a largely residential community. It is part of the Greater Boston metropolitan area.

Settled by the English in 1638 as a part of Salisbury and later as a part of Amesbury around the village of Merrimacport, it was known throughout the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries as an agricultural and fishing community, with a small amount of shipbuilding. When Amesbury separated from Salisbury in 1666, Merrimac was referred to as the West Parish of Amesbury, or simply West Amesbury, although it was unincorporated. When a border dispute between the Massachusetts and New Hampshire colonies was settled in 1741, the new border sliced off the parts of Amesbury that were further from the Merrimack River, with the area then associated with West Amesbury becoming the "new town" of Newton, New Hampshire.

In the nineteenth century, benefiting from a manufacturing boom following the establishment of some of the first planned industrial cities in the United States, nearby Lawrence and Lowell, Merrimac came to be known worldwide for its horse-drawn carriage industry. During this period, the town proper of Merrimac, centered around Merrimac Square, expanded separately from the village of Merrimacport. In 1876, Merrimac, including Merrimacport, separated from Amesbury and officially incorporated itself as a town. It is believed that the town, as well as the river that runs along its southern border, are both named for the American Indian tribe that occupied the region. "Merrimac" (or Merrimack) means "swift water place" in the language of this tribe. This town center consists of the typical brick buildings and Victorian architecture of the late nineteenth century, and it is surrounded by much of the town's population. Interstate 495 now divides Merrimacport from Merrimac. At the beginning of the twentieth century, as with the rest of the New England, it went through a period of deindustrialization as the region's industry relocated to the Midwest. The communities of the Merrimack Valley, including Merrimac, were particularly affected by this long period of economic decline and have never fully recovered.

Show Regional Data

Population (total): Population in 2010: 6,338. >Population change since 2000: +3.3%

Population (female): 3,281

Poverty (breakdown):

Elevation: 107 feet

Land Area: 8.53 square miles.

Zip Codes: 01860

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $85,894 (it was $58,692 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $37,144 (it was $24,869 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $394,127 (it was $201,000 in 2000) Merrimac:$394,127MA:$385,400

Races:
      White alone - 6,067 - 95.7%
      Hispanic - 115 - 1.8%
      Two or more races - 68 - 1.1%
      Black alone - 36 - 0.6%
      Asian alone - 41 - 0.6%
      American Indian alone - 8 - 0.1%
      Other race alone - 3 - 0.05%

(800) 221-4291