Peru, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 437

Median Age: 44.4 years

Median Rent:

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Peru: 94.8 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall):

Poverty (breakdown):

Sex Offenders:

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $65,067 (it was $44,531 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $29,684 (it was $18,636 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $174,058 (it was $97,300 in 2000) Peru:$174,058MA:$385,400

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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, Peru, MA

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

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

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

610 NORTH ST 10.3 miles

610 NORTH ST
PITTSFIELD, MA 1201
Categories: PITTSFIELD MA

42 Summer St, 10.4 miles

42 Summer St,
Pittsfield, MA 1201
Categories: Pittsfield MA

30 LOCUST ST 21.6 miles

30 LOCUST ST
NORTHAMPTON, MA 1060
Categories: NORTHAMPTON MA

29 LEWIS AVE 23.8 miles

29 LEWIS AVE
GREAT BARRINGTON, MA 1230
Categories: GREAT BARRINGTON MA

106 RUSSELL ST 24.2 miles

106 RUSSELL ST
HADLEY, MA 1035
Categories: HADLEY MA

489 BERNARDSTON RD 26.4 miles

489 BERNARDSTON RD
GREENFIELD, MA 1301
Categories: GREENFIELD MA

170 UNIVERSITY DR STE 202 26.8 miles

170 UNIVERSITY DR STE 202
AMHERST, MA 1002
Categories: AMHERST MA

575 BEECH ST 27.3 miles

575 BEECH ST
HOLYOKE, MA 1040
Categories: HOLYOKE MA

311 East Main Street 28.0 miles

311 East Main Street
Westfield, MA 1085
Categories: Westfield MA

75 SPRINGFIELD RD 28.6 miles

75 SPRINGFIELD RD
WESTFIELD, MA 1085
Categories: WESTFIELD MA

1233 MAIN ST 28.6 miles

1233 MAIN ST
HOLYOKE, MA 1040
Categories: HOLYOKE MA

1505 Memorial Drive 29.5 miles

1505 Memorial Drive
Chicopee, MA 1020
Categories: Chicopee MA

313 Federal Dr NW Suite #160, Northfield Plaza 29.5 miles

313 Federal Dr NW Suite #160, Northfield Plaza
Corydon, IN 47112
Categories: Corydon IN

120 HOSPITAL DR 31.0 miles

120 HOSPITAL DR
BENNINGTON, VT 5201
Categories: BENNINGTON VT

100 Hospital Dr 31.0 miles

100 Hospital Dr
Bennington, VT 5201
Categories: Bennington VT

780 Chestnut St, 31.6 miles

780 Chestnut St,
Springfield, MA 1107
Categories: Springfield MA

1301 RIVER ST RM 103 32.3 miles

1301 RIVER ST RM 103
VALATIE, NY 12184
Categories: VALATIE NY

233 CAREW ST 32.3 miles

233 CAREW ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 1104
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MA

1068 SHOEMAKER LN 32.5 miles

1068 SHOEMAKER LN
FEEDING HILLS, MA 1030
Categories: FEEDING HILLS MA

2500 PONDVIEW SUITE 102 33.2 miles

2500 PONDVIEW SUITE 102
CASTLETON ON HUDSON, NY 12033
Categories: CASTLETON ON HUDSON NY

140 CARANDO DR 33.3 miles

140 CARANDO DR
SPRINGFIELD, MA 1104
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MA

1515 ALLEN ST 36.4 miles

1515 ALLEN ST
SPRINGFIELD, MA 1118
Categories: SPRINGFIELD MA

430 Cooley Street 37.0 miles

430 Cooley Street
Springfield, MA 1128
Categories: Springfield MA

79 VANDENBURGH AVE 37.1 miles

79 VANDENBURGH AVE
TROY, NY 12180
Categories: TROY NY

15 BELMONT AVE 37.2 miles

15 BELMONT AVE
BRATTLEBORO, VT 5301
Categories: BRATTLEBORO VT

200 N MAIN ST 37.3 miles

200 N MAIN ST
EAST LONGMEADOW, MA 1028
Categories: EAST LONGMEADOW MA

2215 BURDETT AVE 37.6 miles

2215 BURDETT AVE
TROY, NY 12180
Categories: TROY NY

2001 5TH AVENUE 38.3 miles

2001 5TH AVENUE
TROY, NY 12180
Categories: TROY NY

71 PROSPECT AVE 39.5 miles

71 PROSPECT AVE
HUDSON, NY 12534
Categories: HUDSON NY

357 MYRTLE AVE 39.6 miles

357 MYRTLE AVE
ALBANY, NY 12208
Categories: ALBANY NY

11 PROSPECT AVE 39.6 miles

11 PROSPECT AVE
HUDSON, NY 12534
Categories: HUDSON NY

11835 STATE ROUTE 9W 39.7 miles

11835 STATE ROUTE 9W
WEST COXSACKIE, NY 12192
Categories: WEST COXSACKIE NY

1154 PUTNEY RD 39.7 miles

1154 PUTNEY RD
BRATTLEBORO, VT 5301
Categories: BRATTLEBORO VT

389 MYRTLE AVE 39.7 miles

389 MYRTLE AVE
ALBANY, NY 12208
Categories: ALBANY NY

140 HAZARD AVE Ste 102 40.0 miles

140 HAZARD AVE Ste 102
ENFIELD, CT 6082
Categories: ENFIELD CT

776A WATERVLIET SHAKER RD 40.3 miles

776A WATERVLIET SHAKER RD
LATHAM, NY 12110
Categories: LATHAM NY

334 Ella T Grasso Turnpike Suite 275 40.7 miles

334 Ella T Grasso Turnpike Suite 275
WINDSOR LOCKS, CT 6096
Categories: WINDSOR LOCKS CT

4 PALISADES DR STE 120 40.7 miles

4 PALISADES DR STE 120
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

2 Concorde Way, Building 3A, 40.9 miles

2 Concorde Way, Building 3A,
Windsor Locks, CT 6096
Categories: Windsor Locks CT

2 NORMANSKILL BLVD STE 203 40.9 miles

2 NORMANSKILL BLVD STE 203
DELMAR, NY 12054
Categories: DELMAR NY

595 NEW LOUDON RD 41.2 miles

595 NEW LOUDON RD
LATHAM, NY 12110
Categories: LATHAM NY

582 New Loudon Rd, 41.2 miles

582 New Loudon Rd,
Latham, NY 12110
Categories: Latham NY

535 HAZARD AVE 41.7 miles

535 HAZARD AVE
ENFIELD, CT 6082
Categories: ENFIELD CT

400 PATROON CREEK, SUITE 101 41.9 miles

400 PATROON CREEK, SUITE 101
ALBANY, NY 12206
Categories: ALBANY NY

333 KENNEDY DR STE 202 42.2 miles

333 KENNEDY DR STE 202
TORRINGTON, CT 6790
Categories: TORRINGTON CT

1080 DAY HILL RD STE 201 42.4 miles

1080 DAY HILL RD STE 201
WINDSOR, CT 6095
Categories: WINDSOR CT

1060 DAY HILL RD 42.4 miles

1060 DAY HILL RD
WINDSOR, CT 6095
Categories: WINDSOR CT

1375 WASHINGTON AVE STE 103 42.4 miles

1375 WASHINGTON AVE STE 103
ALBANY, NY 12206
Categories: ALBANY NY

381 Hopmeadow Street, 42.5 miles

381 Hopmeadow Street,
Simsbury, CT 6089
Categories: Simsbury CT

1933 E Main St, 42.7 miles

1933 E Main St,
Torrington, CT 6790
Categories: Torrington CT

1598 E MAIN ST 42.9 miles

1598 E MAIN ST
TORRINGTON, CT 6790
Categories: TORRINGTON CT

14 COMPUTER DR E 43.0 miles

14 COMPUTER DR E
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

98 Wolf Road Suite 16 43.2 miles

98 Wolf Road Suite 16
Albany, NY 12205
Categories: Albany NY

11 COMPUTER DR W STE 218 43.2 miles

11 COMPUTER DR W STE 218
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

85 SOUTH ST 43.3 miles

85 SOUTH ST
WARE, MA 1082
Categories: WARE MA

1 PEPSI COLA DR 43.4 miles

1 PEPSI COLA DR
LATHAM, NY 12110
Categories: LATHAM NY

2 EXECUTIVE PARK DR 43.5 miles

2 EXECUTIVE PARK DR
CLIFTON PARK, NY 12065
Categories: CLIFTON PARK NY

2 Executive Park Drive, 43.5 miles

2 Executive Park Drive,
Albany, NY 12203
Categories: Albany NY

1492 CENTRAL AVE 43.7 miles

1492 CENTRAL AVE
COLONIE -ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: COLONIE -ALBANY NY

1179 MAIN ST 43.7 miles

1179 MAIN ST
ATHOL, MA 1331
Categories: ATHOL MA

20 STARBOARD WAY 43.8 miles

20 STARBOARD WAY
LATHAM, NY 12110
Categories: LATHAM NY

2033 MAIN ST 44.0 miles

2033 MAIN ST
ATHOL, MA 1331
Categories: ATHOL MA

1762 CENTRAL AVE 2ND FL STE 202 44.1 miles

1762 CENTRAL AVE 2ND FL STE 202
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

21 EVERETT RD EXT 44.1 miles

21 EVERETT RD EXT
ALBANY, NY 12205
Categories: ALBANY NY

339 W MAIN ST 44.3 miles

339 W MAIN ST
AVON, CT 6001
Categories: AVON CT

7 Mill Pond Rd 44.5 miles

7 Mill Pond Rd
Granby, CT 6035
Categories: Granby CT

1971 WESTERN AVE 45.8 miles

1971 WESTERN AVE
ALBANY, NY 12203
Categories: ALBANY NY

2800 TAMARACK DR STE 105 46.5 miles

2800 TAMARACK DR STE 105
SOUTH WINDSOR, CT 6074
Categories: SOUTH WINDSOR CT

2388 ROUTE 9 46.8 miles

2388 ROUTE 9
MECHANICVILLE, NY 12118
Categories: MECHANICVILLE NY

864 BEECH DR 47.1 miles

864 BEECH DR
SCHENECTADY, NY 12309
Categories: SCHENECTADY NY

2A HALFMOON CIR 47.1 miles

2A HALFMOON CIR
CLIFTON PARK, NY 12065
Categories: CLIFTON PARK NY

100 DEERFIELD RD STE 2 47.4 miles

100 DEERFIELD RD STE 2
WINDSOR, CT 6095
Categories: WINDSOR CT

45 S Main St, 48.0 miles

45 S Main St,
Unionville, CT 6085
Categories: Unionville CT

952 ROUTE 146 48.4 miles

952 ROUTE 146
CLIFTON PARK, NY 12065
Categories: CLIFTON PARK NY

8 S COMMONS RD 48.6 miles

8 S COMMONS RD
WATERBURY, CT 6704
Categories: WATERBURY CT

1000 ASYLUM AVE STE 4302 49.6 miles

1000 ASYLUM AVE STE 4302
HARTFORD, CT 6105
Categories: HARTFORD CT

21 Woodland St, 49.7 miles

21 Woodland St,
Hartford, CT 6105
Categories: Hartford CT

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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: Peru, Massachusetts

Originally known as Northern Berkshire Township Number 2 and including all of Hinsdale and part of Middlefield, the town was first settled in 1767 and was officially incorporated as Partridgefield in 1771. Originally named for Oliver Partridge, one of the three purchasers of the town (along with Governor Francis Bernard), the name was officially changed to Peru in 1806, on the suggestion of the Rev. John Leland, "because it is like the Peru of South America, a mountain town, and if no gold or silver mines are under her rocks, she favors hard money and begins with a P."

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 26.0 square miles (67.4 km2), of which 25.9 square miles (67.1 km2) is land and 0.12 square miles (0.3 km2), or 0.41%, is water. Peru lies on the eastern border of Berkshire County, and is bordered by Windsor to the north, Cummington to the northeast, Worthington to the east, Middlefield to the south, Washington to the southwest, and Hinsdale to the west. Peru is 13 miles (21 km) east of Pittsfield, 40 miles (64 km) northwest of Springfield and 118 miles (190 km) west of Boston.

Peru has the highest mean altitude in Massachusetts and, along with neighboring Windsor, is one of only two municipalities with a mean elevation above 2,000 feet. It lies on high ground in the Berkshire Hills, with three main peaks in the town. Much of Peru is forested, with a large portion of the northern third of town covered by a wildlife management area, and much of the southern third covered by the Peru and Middlefield State Forests. To the west of town, Ashmere Lake flows out into Bennett Brook, eventually reaching the East Branch of the Housatonic River. To the east, many brooks, including Trout Brook, flow south and east towards the Westfield River, part of the Connecticut River watershed (Trout Brook is actually one of the main sources of the river).

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Population (male): 437

Median Age: 44.4 years

Median Rent:

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Peru: 94.8 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall):

Poverty (breakdown):

Sex Offenders:

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $65,067 (it was $44,531 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $29,684 (it was $18,636 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $174,058 (it was $97,300 in 2000) Peru:$174,058MA:$385,400

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