Towson, MD Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2010: 55,197.

Population (male): 25,507

Population (female): 29,690

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Towson: 132.9 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 12.8%

Poverty (breakdown): (10.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 24.4% for Black residents, 13.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 1.0% for American Indian residents, 9.1% for other race residents, 11.2% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Maryland and other state lists, there were 19 registered sex offenders living in Towson, Maryland as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Towson is 3,082 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is much lowe

Elevation: 460 feet

Land Area: 14.0 square miles.

Races:
      White alone - 42,040 - 71.7%
      Black alone - 7,685 - 13.1%
      Asian alone - 3,461 - 5.9%
      Hispanic - 2,814 - 4.8%
      Two or more races - 1,504 - 2.6%
      Other race alone - 299 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 124 - 0.2%

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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, Towson, MD

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Towson, MD 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 Towson, MD 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 Towson, MD Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

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

100 S CHARLES ST STE 150 0.2 miles

100 S CHARLES ST STE 150
BALTIMORE, MD 21201
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

726 LIGHT ST 0.5 miles

726 LIGHT ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1812 BOLTON ST APT 3 1.8 miles

1812 BOLTON ST APT 3
BALTIMORE, MD 21217
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1501 S CLINTON ST 11 FL 2.3 miles

1501 S CLINTON ST 11 FL
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

3600 ODONNELL ST STE 170 2.4 miles

3600 ODONNELL ST STE 170
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

2901 SAINT PAUL ST 2.4 miles

2901 SAINT PAUL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21218
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

2701 W PATAPSCO AVE STE 225 3.3 miles

2701 W PATAPSCO AVE STE 225
BALTIMORE, MD 21230
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1650 UNION AVE 3.5 miles

1650 UNION AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

2300 Garrison Blvd Ste 206, 4.0 miles

2300 Garrison Blvd Ste 206,
Baltimore, MD 21216
Categories: Baltimore MD

4419 FALLS RD STE D 4.1 miles

4419 FALLS RD STE D
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1833 PORTAL ST 4.2 miles

1833 PORTAL ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21224
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1419 KNECHT AVE 4.4 miles

1419 KNECHT AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

4807 BENSON AVE 4.7 miles

4807 BENSON AVE
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE HOFFBERGER STE 54 5.5 miles

2401 W BELVEDERE AVE HOFFBERGER STE 54
BALTIMORE, MD 21215
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9, 5.7 miles

5411 Old Frederick Rd Ste 9,
Baltimore, MD 21229
Categories: Baltimore MD

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 3 5.8 miles

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 3
DUNDALK, MD 21222
Categories: DUNDALK MD

701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L 5.8 miles

701 DIGITAL DRIVE STE L
LINTHICUM HEIGHTS, MD 21090
Categories: LINTHICUM HEIGHTS MD

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 2 5.8 miles

1576 MERRITT BLVD STE 2
BALTIMORE, MD 21222
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

5822 OAKLAND RD 5.9 miles

5822 OAKLAND RD
HALETHORPE, MD 21227
Categories: HALETHORPE MD

8101 PULASKI HWY STE H 5.9 miles

8101 PULASKI HWY STE H
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

1730 Merritt Blvd Choice One UC Baltimore 6.5 miles

1730 Merritt Blvd Choice One UC Baltimore
Baltimore, MD 21222
Categories: Baltimore MD

7801 YORK RD STE 360 7.1 miles

7801 YORK RD STE 360
TOWSON, MD 21204
Categories: TOWSON MD

2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51 7.7 miles

2 East Rolling Crossroads, Suite 51
Catonsville, MD 21228
Categories: Catonsville MD

1220A E JOPPA RD STE 109 7.9 miles

1220A E JOPPA RD STE 109
TOWSON, MD 21286
Categories: TOWSON MD

811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104 8.2 miles

811 CROMWELL PARK DR STE 104
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
Categories: GLEN BURNIE MD

6820 HOSPITAL DR, STE 201 8.4 miles

6820 HOSPITAL DR, STE 201
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

9114 PHILADELPHIA RD STE 108 8.4 miles

9114 PHILADELPHIA RD STE 108
BALTIMORE, MD 21237
Categories: BALTIMORE MD

9110 Philadelphia Rd Ste 212, 8.4 miles

9110 Philadelphia Rd Ste 212,
Baltimore, MD 21237
Categories: Baltimore MD

802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park 8.8 miles

802 Cromwell Park Dr STE H-Cromwell Business Park
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Categories: Glen Burnie MD

8600 LASALLE RD YORK BUILDING, STE 515 8.8 miles

8600 LASALLE RD YORK BUILDING, STE 515
TOWSON, MD 21286
Categories: TOWSON MD

1205 York Rd Ste 15a, 8.9 miles

1205 York Rd Ste 15a,
Lutherville, MD 21093
Categories: Lutherville MD

1407 YORK RD STE 311 9.1 miles

1407 YORK RD STE 311
LUTHERVILLE, MD 21093
Categories: LUTHERVILLE MD

1860 REISTERSTOWN RD STE A 9.7 miles

1860 REISTERSTOWN RD STE A
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
Categories: PIKESVILLE MD

1838 GREENE TREE RD STE 115 9.8 miles

1838 GREENE TREE RD STE 115
PIKESVILLE, MD 21208
Categories: PIKESVILLE MD

808 LANDMARK DR STE 116 9.8 miles

808 LANDMARK DR STE 116
GLEN BURNIE, MD 21061
Categories: GLEN BURNIE MD

1830 YORK RD STE F 10.0 miles

1830 YORK RD STE F
TIMONIUM, MD 21093
Categories: TIMONIUM MD

200 Hospital Dr Ste 103, 10.3 miles

200 Hospital Dr Ste 103,
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
Categories: Glen Burnie MD

5400 Old Court Rd Ste 102, 10.4 miles

5400 Old Court Rd Ste 102,
Randallstown, MD 21133
Categories: Randallstown MD

9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE 10.6 miles

9396D BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE
ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
Categories: ELLICOTT CITY MD

23 Crossroads Dr, Suite 120 10.7 miles

23 Crossroads Dr, Suite 120
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Categories: Owings Mills MD

6785 Business Pkwy 11.1 miles

6785 Business Pkwy
Elkridge, MD 21075
Categories: Elkridge MD

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102 11.1 miles

7377 WASHINGTON BLVD STE 101-102
ELKRIDGE, MD 21075
Categories: ELKRIDGE MD

9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101, 11.5 miles

9055 Chevrolet Dr Ste 101,
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Categories: Ellicott City MD

3708 MOUNTAIN RD 12.2 miles

3708 MOUNTAIN RD
PASADENA, MD 21122
Categories: PASADENA MD

408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B 13.0 miles

408 HEADQUARTERS DR STE 3-B
MILLERSVILLE, MD 21108
Categories: MILLERSVILLE MD

10 WARREN RD, STE 260 13.0 miles

10 WARREN RD, STE 260
COCKEYSVILLE, MD 21030
Categories: COCKEYSVILLE MD

6656 DOBBIN RD 13.5 miles

6656 DOBBIN RD
COLUMBIA, MD 21045
Categories: COLUMBIA MD

537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G 14.9 miles

537 RITCHIE HWY STE 2G
SEVERNA PARK, MD 21146
Categories: SEVERNA PARK MD

14237 Jarrettsville Pike Choice One UC Phoenix 14.9 miles

14237 Jarrettsville Pike Choice One UC Phoenix
Phoenix, MD 21131
Categories: Phoenix MD

11722 REISTERSTOWN RD 15.2 miles

11722 REISTERSTOWN RD
REISTERSTOWN, MD 21136
Categories: REISTERSTOWN MD

11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202 15.5 miles

11055 Little Patuxent Pkwy, SUITE 202
Columbia, MD 21044
Categories: Columbia MD

On-site ONLY 16.6 miles

On-site ONLY
LAUREL, MD 20724
Categories: LAUREL MD

8768 SUSINI DR 17.8 miles

8768 SUSINI DR
LAUREL, MD 20723
Categories: LAUREL MD

P. O. BOX 376 18.7 miles

P. O. BOX 376
LAUREL, MD 20725
Categories: LAUREL MD

1532 Liberty Road, Suite 101 19.3 miles

1532 Liberty Road, Suite 101
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Categories: Eldersburg MD

2120 EMMORTON PARK RD Ste E 19.7 miles

2120 EMMORTON PARK RD Ste E
EDGEWOOD, MD 21040
Categories: EDGEWOOD MD

1000 LIBERTY RD STE 102 20.3 miles

1000 LIBERTY RD STE 102
ELDERSBURG, MD 21784
Categories: ELDERSBURG MD

820 Bestgate Rd, 20.7 miles

820 Bestgate Rd,
Annapolis, MD 21401
Categories: Annapolis MD

ONSITE ONLY 20.7 miles

ONSITE ONLY
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21409
Categories: ANNAPOLIS MD

1202 ALDER SHOT CT 20.9 miles

1202 ALDER SHOT CT
ABINGDON, MD 21009
Categories: ABINGDON MD

1667 Homewood Landing Rd 21.1 miles

1667 Homewood Landing Rd
Annapolis, MD 21409
Categories: Annapolis MD

2021A EMMORTON RD STE 122 21.2 miles

2021A EMMORTON RD STE 122
BEL AIR, MD 21015
Categories: BEL AIR MD

3676 Alpen Greenway 21.3 miles

3676 Alpen Greenway
Burtonsville, MD 20866
Categories: Burtonsville MD

620 W MacPhail Rd Ste 103, 21.3 miles

620 W MacPhail Rd Ste 103,
Bel Air, MD 21014
Categories: Bel Air MD

2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610 21.9 miles

2661 RIVA RD BLDG 600 SUITE 610
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401
Categories: ANNAPOLIS MD

13823 OUTLET DR 22.9 miles

13823 OUTLET DR
SILVER SPRING, MD 20904
Categories: SILVER SPRING MD

1419 FOREST DR STE 104 23.2 miles

1419 FOREST DR STE 104
ANNAPOLIS, MD 21403
Categories: ANNAPOLIS MD

1321 RIVERSIDE PKWY STE A-2 23.4 miles

1321 RIVERSIDE PKWY STE A-2
BELCAMP, MD 21017
Categories: BELCAMP MD

1200 BRASS MILL RD STE C 23.7 miles

1200 BRASS MILL RD STE C
BELCAMP, MD 21017
Categories: BELCAMP MD

4729 SELLMAN RD 23.8 miles

4729 SELLMAN RD
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
Categories: BELTSVILLE MD

3059 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD 24.1 miles

3059 SOLOMONS ISLAND RD
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
Categories: EDGEWATER MD

10117 PALAMAR DR 24.1 miles

10117 PALAMAR DR
LANHAM, MD 20706
Categories: LANHAM MD

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112, 24.4 miles

4000 Mitchellville Rd Ste A112,
Bowie, MD 20716
Categories: Bowie MD

10452 BALTIMORE AVE 24.5 miles

10452 BALTIMORE AVE
BELTSVILLE, MD 20705
Categories: BELTSVILLE MD

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120 24.5 miles

12200 ANNAPOLIS RD, SUITE 120
GLENN DALE, MD 20769
Categories: GLENN DALE MD

75 MAYO RD 24.6 miles

75 MAYO RD
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
Categories: EDGEWATER MD

3169 BRAVERTON ST, STE 200 24.7 miles

3169 BRAVERTON ST, STE 200
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
Categories: EDGEWATER MD

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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: Towson, Maryland

Towson is an unincorporated community and a census-designated place in Baltimore County, Maryland. The population was 55,197 as of the 2010 census. It is the county seat and the second-most populated unincorporated county seat in the United States (after Ellicott City, the seat in nearby Howard County, southwest of Baltimore).

The first inhabitants of the future Towson and central Baltimore County region were the Susquehannock people who hunted in the area. Their region included all of Baltimore County, though their primary settlement was farther northeast along the Susquehanna River.

Towson was settled in 1752 when Pennsylvania brothers, William and Thomas Towson, began farming an area of Sater's Hill, northeast of the present-day York and Joppa Roads. William's son, Ezekiel, opened the Towson Hotel to serve the growing number of farmers bringing their produce and livestock to the port of Baltimore. He built the hotel at current-day Shealy Avenue and York Road, near the area's main crossroads. The village became known as "Towsontown". The property in West Towson came from two land grants: 400 acre Gott's Hope in 1719, and Gunner's Range in 1706.

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Population (total): Population in 2010: 55,197.

Population (male): 25,507

Population (female): 29,690

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Towson: 132.9 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 12.8%

Poverty (breakdown): (10.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 24.4% for Black residents, 13.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 1.0% for American Indian residents, 9.1% for other race residents, 11.2% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Maryland and other state lists, there were 19 registered sex offenders living in Towson, Maryland as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Towson is 3,082 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is much lowe

Elevation: 460 feet

Land Area: 14.0 square miles.

Races:
      White alone - 42,040 - 71.7%
      Black alone - 7,685 - 13.1%
      Asian alone - 3,461 - 5.9%
      Hispanic - 2,814 - 4.8%
      Two or more races - 1,504 - 2.6%
      Other race alone - 299 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 124 - 0.2%

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