Richmond, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 12,064 (99% urban, 1% rural). >Population change since 2000: +8.9%

Population (female): 5,575

Median Age: 35.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $758.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 21.9%

Poverty (breakdown): (9.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 27.4% for Black residents, 25.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 32.7% for other race residents, 13.0% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Texas and other state lists, there were 119 registered sex offenders living in Richmond, Texas as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Richmond is 109 to 1.>

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Population Density:

Zip Codes: 77469

Races:
      Hispanic - 6,472 - 55.4%
      White alone - 2,951 - 25.3%
      Black alone - 2,023 - 17.3%
      Asian alone - 121 - 1.0%
      Two or more races - 68 - 0.6%
      American Indian alone - 34 - 0.3%
      Other race alone - 9 - 0.08%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.01%

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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)

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Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Richmond, TX

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Richmond, TX and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.

1705 JACKSON ST 0.6 miles

1705 JACKSON ST
RICHMOND, TX 77469
Categories: RICHMOND TX

1601 Main St Ste 208, 0.7 miles

1601 Main St Ste 208,
Richmond, TX 77469
Categories: Richmond TX

1601 MAIN ST STE 405 0.7 miles

1601 MAIN ST STE 405
RICHMOND, TX 77469
Categories: RICHMOND TX

4114 AVENUE H 2.0 miles

4114 AVENUE H
ROSENBERG, TX 77471
Categories: ROSENBERG TX

1730 B F Terry Blvd Ste 302 2.1 miles

1730 B F Terry Blvd Ste 302
ROSENBERG, TX 77471
Categories: ROSENBERG TX

3926 AVENUE H STE 11 2.1 miles

3926 AVENUE H STE 11
ROSENBERG, TX 77471
Categories: ROSENBERG TX

2520 B F TERRY BLVD 2.5 miles

2520 B F TERRY BLVD
ROSENBERG, TX 77471
Categories: ROSENBERG TX

24601 Southwest Freeway STE 100 3.3 miles

24601 Southwest Freeway STE 100
Rosenberg, TX 77471
Categories: Rosenberg TX

1730 BF Terry Blvd Suite 702 6.5 miles

1730 BF Terry Blvd Suite 702
ROSENBERG, TX 77471
Categories: ROSENBERG TX

7101 W GRAND PKWY S 6.7 miles

7101 W GRAND PKWY S
RICHMOND, TX 77407
Categories: RICHMOND TX

5510-A W GRAND PKWY S 6.7 miles

5510-A W GRAND PKWY S
RICHMOND, TX 77406
Categories: RICHMOND TX

16902 SOUTHWEST FWY 7.7 miles

16902 SOUTHWEST FWY
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
Categories: SUGAR LAND TX

3531 TOWN CENTER BLVD S STE 101 7.7 miles

3531 TOWN CENTER BLVD S STE 101
SUGARLAND, TX 77479
Categories: SUGARLAND TX

16545 Southwest Frwy #225 8.0 miles

16545 Southwest Frwy #225
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
Categories: SUGAR LAND TX

16062 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 2 8.1 miles

16062 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 2
SUGAR LAND, TX 77479
Categories: SUGAR LAND TX

1235 LAKE POINTE PKWY # 102 8.6 miles

1235 LAKE POINTE PKWY # 102
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
Categories: SUGAR LAND TX

15259 Southwest Freeway, 9.0 miles

15259 Southwest Freeway,
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Categories: Sugar Land TX

1201 LAKEVIEW DR 9.1 miles

1201 LAKEVIEW DR
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
Categories: SUGAR LAND TX

6501 S FRY RD STE 1000 9.1 miles

6501 S FRY RD STE 1000
KATY, TX 77494
Categories: KATY TX

13811 CHARTERHOUSE WAY 9.2 miles

13811 CHARTERHOUSE WAY
SUGAR LAND, TX 77498
Categories: SUGAR LAND TX

1250 7TH ST 9.3 miles

1250 7TH ST
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
Categories: SUGAR LAND TX

3151 HIGHWAY 6 9.3 miles

3151 HIGHWAY 6
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
Categories: SUGAR LAND TX

14023 SOUTHWEST FWY 9.6 miles

14023 SOUTHWEST FWY
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
Categories: SUGAR LAND TX

1111 GILLINGHAM LN 9.7 miles

1111 GILLINGHAM LN
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
Categories: SUGAR LAND TX

1403 HIGHWAY 6 STE 100 9.7 miles

1403 HIGHWAY 6 STE 100
SUGAR LAND, TX 77478
Categories: SUGAR LAND TX

10705 SPRING GREEN BLVD STE 600 10.2 miles

10705 SPRING GREEN BLVD STE 600
KATY, TX 77494
Categories: KATY TX

10521 CORPORATE DR 10.4 miles

10521 CORPORATE DR
STAFFORD, TX 77477
Categories: STAFFORD TX

3727 GREENBRIAR DR STE 403 12.2 miles

3727 GREENBRIAR DR STE 403
STAFFORD, TX 77477
Categories: STAFFORD TX

6840 HIGHWAY 6 12.3 miles

6840 HIGHWAY 6
MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459
Categories: MISSOURI CITY TX

952 S Fry Rd, 13.3 miles

952 S Fry Rd,
Katy, TX 77450
Categories: Katy TX

8101 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 100 13.3 miles

8101 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77072
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9380 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S Ste 300 13.3 miles

9380 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY S Ste 300
HOUSTON, TX 77099
Categories: HOUSTON TX

6360 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY N STE 200 13.3 miles

6360 W SAM HOUSTON PKWY N STE 200
HOUSTON, TX 77041
Categories: HOUSTON TX

3006 SCHOOL ST 13.4 miles

3006 SCHOOL ST
NEEDVILLE, TX 77461
Categories: NEEDVILLE TX

21700 KINGSLAND BLVD 13.4 miles

21700 KINGSLAND BLVD
KATY, TX 77450
Categories: KATY TX

21660 KINGSLAND BLVD 13.4 miles

21660 KINGSLAND BLVD
KATY, TX 77450
Categories: KATY TX

8104 SOUTHWEST FWY STE E 13.4 miles

8104 SOUTHWEST FWY STE E
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Categories: HOUSTON TX

21238 KINGSLAND BLVD 13.4 miles

21238 KINGSLAND BLVD
KATY, TX 77450
Categories: KATY TX

10039 BISSONNET ST Ste 120 13.9 miles

10039 BISSONNET ST Ste 120
HOUSTON, TX 77036
Categories: HOUSTON TX

21929 KATY FWY 13.9 miles

21929 KATY FWY
KATY, TX 77450
Categories: KATY TX

25765 KATY FWY 13.9 miles

25765 KATY FWY
KATY, TX 77494
Categories: KATY TX

2428 TEXAS PKWY 14.1 miles

2428 TEXAS PKWY
MISSOURI CITY, TX 77489
Categories: MISSOURI CITY TX

23900 KATY FWY 14.1 miles

23900 KATY FWY
KATY, TX 77494
Categories: KATY TX

12121 Richmond Ave Ste 124, 14.3 miles

12121 Richmond Ave Ste 124,
Houston, TX 77082
Categories: Houston TX

19450 KATY FWY 14.3 miles

19450 KATY FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77094
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9543 BISSONNET ST 14.5 miles

9543 BISSONNET ST
HOUSTON, TX 77036
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2550 GRAY FALLS DR STE 120 14.7 miles

2550 GRAY FALLS DR STE 120
HOUSTON, TX 77077
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1398 ELDRIDGE PKWY STE 113 14.7 miles

1398 ELDRIDGE PKWY STE 113
HOUSTON, TX 77077
Categories: HOUSTON TX

8720 HIGHWAY 6 STE 400 14.7 miles

8720 HIGHWAY 6 STE 400
MISSOURI CITY, TX 77459
Categories: MISSOURI CITY TX

1844 SNAKE RIVER RD STE A 14.7 miles

1844 SNAKE RIVER RD STE A
KATY, TX 77449
Categories: KATY TX

11807 WESTHEIMER RD STE 560 14.9 miles

11807 WESTHEIMER RD STE 560
HOUSTON, TX 77077
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2929 WOODLAND PARK DR 15.0 miles

2929 WOODLAND PARK DR
HOUSTON, TX 77082
Categories: HOUSTON TX

19728 SAUMS RD STE 179 15.3 miles

19728 SAUMS RD STE 179
HOUSTON, TX 77084
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9000 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 180 15.4 miles

9000 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 180
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Categories: HOUSTON TX

10807 Shawnbrook Dr 15.5 miles

10807 Shawnbrook Dr
Houston, TX 77071
Categories: Houston TX

8313 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 111 15.8 miles

8313 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 111
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Categories: HOUSTON TX

14770 MEMORIAL DR STE 100 15.8 miles

14770 MEMORIAL DR STE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77079
Categories: HOUSTON TX

8200 Wednesbury Lane Suite # 4, 15.9 miles

8200 Wednesbury Lane Suite # 4,
Houston, TX 77074
Categories: Houston TX

7545 S BRAESWOOD BLVD 16.2 miles

7545 S BRAESWOOD BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77071
Categories: HOUSTON TX

14045 MEMORIAL DR 16.6 miles

14045 MEMORIAL DR
HOUSTON, TX 77079
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9701 RICHMOND AVE STE 115 16.7 miles

9701 RICHMOND AVE STE 115
HOUSTON, TX 77042
Categories: HOUSTON TX

12345 KATY FWY 16.8 miles

12345 KATY FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77079
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2600 S GESSNER RD STE 205 17.1 miles

2600 S GESSNER RD STE 205
HOUSTON, TX 77063
Categories: HOUSTON TX

7447 HARWIN DR STE 102 17.3 miles

7447 HARWIN DR STE 102
HOUSTON, TX 77036
Categories: HOUSTON TX

11211 KATY FWY 17.7 miles

11211 KATY FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77079
Categories: HOUSTON TX

3001 Fondren Rd STE G 17.8 miles

3001 Fondren Rd STE G
Houston, TX 77063
Categories: Houston TX

2500 FONDREN RD STE 120 18.0 miles

2500 FONDREN RD STE 120
HOUSTON, TX 77063
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2450 FONDREN RD STE 125 18.0 miles

2450 FONDREN RD STE 125
HOUSTON, TX 77063
Categories: HOUSTON TX

11621A KATY FWY 18.2 miles

11621A KATY FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77079
Categories: HOUSTON TX

6065 HILLCROFT ST STE 208 18.3 miles

6065 HILLCROFT ST STE 208
HOUSTON, TX 77081
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1511 UPLAND DR STE 100 18.3 miles

1511 UPLAND DR STE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77043
Categories: HOUSTON TX

6545 SOUTHWEST FWY 18.3 miles

6545 SOUTHWEST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Categories: HOUSTON TX

6440 HILLCROFT ST STE 104 18.4 miles

6440 HILLCROFT ST STE 104
HOUSTON, TX 77081
Categories: HOUSTON TX

6535 SOUTHWEST FWY 18.4 miles

6535 SOUTHWEST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Categories: HOUSTON TX

12401 S POST OAK RD STE 235 18.4 miles

12401 S POST OAK RD STE 235
HOUSTON, TX 77045
Categories: HOUSTON TX

855 FROSTWOOD 18.6 miles

855 FROSTWOOD
HOUSTON, TX 77024
Categories: HOUSTON TX

17738 SUNSET RIVER LN 18.9 miles

17738 SUNSET RIVER LN
HOUSTON, TX 77084
Categories: HOUSTON TX

16125 Cairnway Dr Ste 106 19.2 miles

16125 Cairnway Dr Ste 106
Houston, TX 77084
Categories: Houston TX

4936 BEECHNUT ST 19.2 miles

4936 BEECHNUT ST
HOUSTON, TX 77096
Categories: HOUSTON TX

5420 DASHWOOD DR STE 205 19.2 miles

5420 DASHWOOD DR STE 205
HOUSTON, TX 77081
Categories: HOUSTON TX

5901 WESTHEIMER RD STE W 19.8 miles

5901 WESTHEIMER RD STE W
HOUSTON, TX 77057
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1415 S VOSS RD STE 110-520 ON-SITE ONLY 19.8 miles

1415 S VOSS RD STE 110-520 ON-SITE ONLY
HOUSTON, TX 77057
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2425 Fountain View Dr Ste 160 19.9 miles

2425 Fountain View Dr Ste 160
HOUSTON, TX 77057
Categories: HOUSTON TX

6565 WEST LOOP S STE 525 20.1 miles

6565 WEST LOOP S STE 525
BELLAIRE, TX 77401
Categories: BELLAIRE TX

4635 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 575W 21.1 miles

4635 SOUTHWEST FWY STE 575W
HOUSTON, TX 77027
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9563 MAIN ST 21.3 miles

9563 MAIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77025
Categories: HOUSTON TX

5568 WESLAYAN ST 21.5 miles

5568 WESLAYAN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77005
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9321 KIRBY DR 21.8 miles

9321 KIRBY DR
HOUSTON, TX 77054
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9180 KATY FWY STE 200 22.1 miles

9180 KATY FWY STE 200
HOUSTON, TX 77055
Categories: HOUSTON TX

3637 W ALABAMA ST STE 100 22.3 miles

3637 W ALABAMA ST STE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77027
Categories: HOUSTON TX

7515 Main Street, Suite 190 22.5 miles

7515 Main Street, Suite 190
Houston, TX 77054
Categories: Houston TX

2510 SMITH RANCH RD STE 102 22.6 miles

2510 SMITH RANCH RD STE 102
PEARLAND, TX 77584
Categories: PEARLAND TX

7580 FANNIN ST ste 180 22.9 miles

7580 FANNIN ST ste 180
HOUSTON, TX 77054
Categories: HOUSTON TX

7000 FANNIN ST STE 1620 23.1 miles

7000 FANNIN ST STE 1620
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9110 BARKER CYPRESS RD 23.2 miles

9110 BARKER CYPRESS RD
CYPRESS, TX 77433
Categories: CYPRESS TX

1214 N POST OAK RD STE 100 23.2 miles

1214 N POST OAK RD STE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77055
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1000 N POST OAK RD BLDG G STE 100 23.2 miles

1000 N POST OAK RD BLDG G STE 100
HOUSTON, TX 77055
Categories: HOUSTON TX

6624 FANNIN ST STE 1980 23.4 miles

6624 FANNIN ST STE 1980
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Categories: HOUSTON TX

14825 Northwest Fwy Suite 800 23.6 miles

14825 Northwest Fwy Suite 800
Houston, TX 77040
Categories: Houston TX

14825 NORTHWEST FWY STE 800 23.7 miles

14825 NORTHWEST FWY STE 800
HOUSTON, TX 77040
Categories: HOUSTON TX

6411 FANNIN ST 23.7 miles

6411 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9200 Hempstead Rd Ste 137 23.7 miles

9200 Hempstead Rd Ste 137
HOUSTON, TX 77008
Categories: HOUSTON TX

17410 NORTHWEST FWY 23.8 miles

17410 NORTHWEST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77040
Categories: HOUSTON TX

8100 HIGHWAY 6 N STE E 23.9 miles

8100 HIGHWAY 6 N STE E
HOUSTON, TX 77095
Categories: HOUSTON TX

5535 MEMORIAL DR STE B 24.0 miles

5535 MEMORIAL DR STE B
HOUSTON, TX 77007
Categories: HOUSTON TX

11097 NORTHWEST FWY STE C 24.0 miles

11097 NORTHWEST FWY STE C
HOUSTON, TX 77092
Categories: HOUSTON TX

10961 NORTHWEST FWY 24.0 miles

10961 NORTHWEST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77092
Categories: HOUSTON TX

10141 US 59 RD 24.1 miles

10141 US 59 RD
WHARTON, TX 77488
Categories: WHARTON TX

1213 HERMANN DR STE 155 24.4 miles

1213 HERMANN DR STE 155
HOUSTON, TX 77004
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1200 Binz St, Ste 115 24.4 miles

1200 Binz St, Ste 115
Houston, TX 77004
Categories: Houston TX

1917 W GRAY ST 24.5 miles

1917 W GRAY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77019
Categories: HOUSTON TX

8633 BROADWAY #103 24.5 miles

8633 BROADWAY #103
PEARLAND, TX 77584
Categories: PEARLAND TX

2150 W 18TH ST 24.6 miles

2150 W 18TH ST
HOUSTON, TX 77008
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2207 LAZYBROOK DR 24.6 miles

2207 LAZYBROOK DR
HOUSTON, TX 77008
Categories: HOUSTON TX

13141 FM 1960 RD W STE 500 24.7 miles

13141 FM 1960 RD W STE 500
HOUSTON, TX 77065
Categories: HOUSTON TX

5711 Almeda Rd, Ste 131B 24.7 miles

5711 Almeda Rd, Ste 131B
Houston, TX 77004
Categories: Houston TX

2802 BUSINESS CENTER DR STE 110 24.8 miles

2802 BUSINESS CENTER DR STE 110
PEARLAND, TX 77584
Categories: PEARLAND TX

5151 KATY FWY 24.8 miles

5151 KATY FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77007
Categories: HOUSTON TX

5151 KATY FWY STE 170 24.8 miles

5151 KATY FWY STE 170
HOUSTON, TX 77007
Categories: HOUSTON TX

Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Richmond, TX testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.

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Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.



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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available

Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.


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Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.

The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.


Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.

The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.

A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.

In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.

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US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).

Additional DOT services include:

  • -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
  • -DOT Supervisor Training
  • -MVR Reports
  • -DOT Drug Policy Development
  • -DOT Physicals
  • -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing

Our Richmond, TX testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.

The Opioid Overdose Crisis

Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids—including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl—is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.

  • Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
  • Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
  • An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
  • About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
  • Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
  • The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
  • Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.

In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)

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Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Richmond, TX drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.


Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Richmond, TX testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.

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Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Richmond, TX and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.


On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.

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Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.

Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.


DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.

DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.

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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.

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Overview of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.

Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.

Types of Tests Conducted

  • Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
  • Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
  • Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
  • Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.

What to Expect at a Collection Center

  1. Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
  2. Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
  3. Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.

Importance of Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.

Local Area Info: Richmond, Texas

Richmond is a city in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States. It is the county seat, and is located within the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area. As of the 2010 U.S. census, the city population was 11,679.

In 1822, a group of Austin's colonists went up the Brazos River, stopping near present-day Richmond where they built a fort called "Fort Bend". Named after Richmond, England, the town was among the 19 cities first incorporated by the short-lived Republic of Texas, in 1837. Early residents of the city include many prominent figures in Texas lore such as Jane Long, Deaf Smith, and Mirabeau Lamar, who are all buried in Richmond. On August 16, 1889, the town was the site of the "Battle of Richmond", an armed fight culminating the Jaybird–Woodpecker War, a violent feud over post-Reconstruction political control of Fort Bend County. The mayor from 1949 until his death in 2012 was Hilmar Moore.

Richmond is located near the center of Fort Bend County. Most of the city is situated on the southwest side of the Brazos River, with a small portion (Richmond Landing) on the northeast side, connected by US Highway 90A. Richmond is bordered to the southwest by the city of Rosenberg. US 90A leads east 8 miles (13 km) to Sugar Land and west through Rosenberg 19 miles (31 km) to East Bernard. Downtown Houston is 30 miles (48 km) to the northeast.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 12,064 (99% urban, 1% rural). >Population change since 2000: +8.9%

Population (female): 5,575

Median Age: 35.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $758.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 21.9%

Poverty (breakdown): (9.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 27.4% for Black residents, 25.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander residents, 32.7% for other race residents, 13.0% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Texas and other state lists, there were 119 registered sex offenders living in Richmond, Texas as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Richmond is 109 to 1.>

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Population Density:

Zip Codes: 77469

Races:
      Hispanic - 6,472 - 55.4%
      White alone - 2,951 - 25.3%
      Black alone - 2,023 - 17.3%
      Asian alone - 121 - 1.0%
      Two or more races - 68 - 0.6%
      American Indian alone - 34 - 0.3%
      Other race alone - 9 - 0.08%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 1 - 0.01%

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