Garner, IA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $630.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Garner: 75.8 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 9.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 69.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 21.5% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Iowa and other state lists, there were 6 registered sex offenders living in Garner, Iowa as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Garner is 520 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is near the state avera

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (31.7%), Irish (20.3%), Czech (7.2%), Norwegian (7.0%), American (6.0%), Dutch (3.6%).

Land Area: 2.09 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 50438

Races:
      White alone - 3,008 - 96.1%
      Hispanic - 62 - 2.0%
      Two or more races - 32 - 1.0%
      Black alone - 17 - 0.5%
      Asian alone - 9 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 1 - 0.03%

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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)

In Home Drug Testing

In-Home Drug Testing Garner, IA

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

Accredited Drug Testing offers self-administered/self-collection drug testing products in Garner, IA for employers that need On The Job Testing, In-Home Personal Use or for Family Testing Purposes. Our in-home/self-administered rapid drug testing options are a cost-effective alternative when needing to test an employee, individual, or family member when visiting a testing center is not convenient and you are in need of a reliable rapid baseline result. Call us today to order your instant testing devices or simply place your order below. All instant testing devices are FDA approved. The initial screen is used as an initial screening and it is recommended that all positive results should be confirmed by a certified laboratory. All Negative results are conclusive.

Instant Test Products

5panel Instant

5 Panel Rapid Result

Our 5 panel rapid results is the most common urine drug test utilized for baseline testing. This drug test screens for the most commonly abused "street" drugs and is the most common utilized by employers and individuals.

5 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, OPI 2000 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

10panel Instant

10 Panel Rapid Result

The 10-panel rapid results drug testing cup is a rapid test for the detection of the commonly abused "street" drug and prescription medication. The 10 panel is utilized by employers and individuals when they are in need of a more comprehensive result than the 5-panel drug test.

10 panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCA)

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OPI 2000 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, TCA 1000ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

12panel Instant

12 Panel Rapid Result

The 12-panel rapid results drug test screens for the presence of 12 different metabolites to provide simple, fast and accurate results. This test is often used for comprehensive testing that must include additional drugs not screened for in the 10-panel rapid test.

12 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • MDMA
  • Oxycodone
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine-Suboxone

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BUP 5 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MDMA 500 ng/mL, MOP 300ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OXY 100 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

14 Panel

14 Panel Rapid Result

The 14-panel rapid results drug test is currently the most comprehensive instant drug test available. This rapid test will provide you with a broad range of drug metabolites to ensure the most comprehensive in-home drug test result.

14 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • MDMA
  • Oxycodone
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine-Suboxone
  • Tricyclic Anti-Depressants,
  • EDDP

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BUP 5 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, EDDP, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MDMA 500 ng/mL, MOP 300ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OXY 100 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, TCA 1000ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

Additional Screening Options

Weed Instant

Marijuana Only (THC) Instant
This single dip rapid result test screens for the presence of THC metabolites. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
50 ng/mL cutoff level

Weed Instant

Nicotine (Cotinine) Instant
This single use dip rapid result test screens for the presence of nicotine and cotinine metabolites in urine. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
Cotinine 200ng/ml cutoff level

Weed Instant

ETG Alcohol Instant
This single use dip rapid result test screens for the presence of alcohol metabolite (ETG) for up to 80 hours of consumption. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
500 ng/mL cut-off level

Don't see your single drug test? Accredited Drug Testing also offers the following single panel drug test screening options for:

  • Cocaine (COC)
  • Marijuana (THC)
  • Amphetamine (AMP)
  • Methamphetamine (mAMP)
  • Opiates (OPI)
  • Oxycodone (OXY)
  • Benzodiazepines (BZO)
  • Barbiturates (BAR)
  • Buprenorphine (BUP)
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • MDMA-Ecstasy
  • Methadone (MTD)
  • Tramadol (TRM)
  • Fentanyl (FEN)*
  • K2 Spice (Synthetic Marijuana)*

If you are in need of a laboratory-analyzed drug or alcohol test, please find listed below our Garner, IA testing locations.

933 E PIERCE ST 3.9 miles

933 E PIERCE ST
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503
Categories: COUNCIL BLUFFS IA

715 Harmony St Ste 201 4.2 miles

715 Harmony St Ste 201
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503
Categories: COUNCIL BLUFFS IA

3502 METRO DR STE 202 4.8 miles

3502 METRO DR STE 202
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51501
Categories: COUNCIL BLUFFS IA

1830 VAN CAMP AVE 9.7 miles

1830 VAN CAMP AVE
OMAHA, NE 68108
Categories: OMAHA NE

601 N 30TH ST 10.2 miles

601 N 30TH ST
OMAHA, NE 68131
Categories: OMAHA NE

4832 S 24th Street 10.3 miles

4832 S 24th Street
Omaha, NE 68107
Categories: Omaha NE

2900 F ST 10.4 miles

2900 F ST
OMAHA, NE 68107
Categories: OMAHA NE

1307 HARLAN DR 11.3 miles

1307 HARLAN DR
BELLEVUE, NE 68005
Categories: BELLEVUE NE

4620 S 50TH ST 12.4 miles

4620 S 50TH ST
OMAHA, NE 68117
Categories: OMAHA NE

2803 JACK PINE ST 13.3 miles

2803 JACK PINE ST
BELLEVUE, NE 68123
Categories: BELLEVUE NE

11535 S 31ST ST 13.3 miles

11535 S 31ST ST
BELLEVUE, NE 68123
Categories: BELLEVUE NE

140 S 77TH ST 14.2 miles

140 S 77TH ST
OMAHA, NE 68114
Categories: OMAHA NE

7710 MERCY RD STE 124 14.2 miles

7710 MERCY RD STE 124
OMAHA, NE 68124
Categories: OMAHA NE

5362 S 72ND ST 14.2 miles

5362 S 72ND ST
RALSTON, NE 68127
Categories: RALSTON NE

3308 SAMSON WAY STE 102 14.4 miles

3308 SAMSON WAY STE 102
BELLEVUE, NE 68123
Categories: BELLEVUE NE

8011 CHICAGO ST 14.4 miles

8011 CHICAGO ST
OMAHA, NE 68114
Categories: OMAHA NE

8303 DODGE ST 14.6 miles

8303 DODGE ST
OMAHA, NE 68114
Categories: OMAHA NE

14 N WALNUT ST 14.8 miles

14 N WALNUT ST
GLENWOOD, IA 51534
Categories: GLENWOOD IA

8610 W DODGE RD 14.8 miles

8610 W DODGE RD
OMAHA, NE 68114
Categories: OMAHA NE

8419 S 73RD PLZ 15.0 miles

8419 S 73RD PLZ
PAPILLION, NE 68046
Categories: PAPILLION NE

8814 MAPLE ST 15.1 miles

8814 MAPLE ST
OMAHA, NE 68134
Categories: OMAHA NE

9449 J ST 15.9 miles

9449 J ST
OMAHA, NE 68127
Categories: OMAHA NE

9602 M ST 16.0 miles

9602 M ST
OMAHA, NE 68127
Categories: OMAHA NE

10020 Nicholas Street Suite 10, 16.0 miles

10020 Nicholas Street Suite 10,
Omaha, NE 68114
Categories: Omaha NE

9717 Q ST 16.2 miles

9717 Q ST
OMAHA, NE 68127
Categories: OMAHA NE

5426 S 99TH ST 16.4 miles

5426 S 99TH ST
OMAHA, NE 68127
Categories: OMAHA NE

2821 S 108TH ST 16.8 miles

2821 S 108TH ST
OMAHA, NE 68144
Categories: OMAHA NE

6751 N 72ND ST STE 205 IMMANUEL TWO PROFESSIONAL CTR 16.9 miles

6751 N 72ND ST STE 205 IMMANUEL TWO PROFESSIONAL CTR
OMAHA, NE 68122
Categories: OMAHA NE

11717 BURT ST STE 101 17.4 miles

11717 BURT ST STE 101
OMAHA, NE 68154
Categories: OMAHA NE

11330 R ST 17.5 miles

11330 R ST
OMAHA, NE 68137
Categories: OMAHA NE

11909 P ST 18.0 miles

11909 P ST
OMAHA, NE 68137
Categories: OMAHA NE

13518 W CENTER RD 18.9 miles

13518 W CENTER RD
OMAHA, NE 68144
Categories: OMAHA NE

2718 S 148TH AVENUE CIR 20.2 miles

2718 S 148TH AVENUE CIR
OMAHA, NE 68144
Categories: OMAHA NE

2921 S 168TH ST 21.7 miles

2921 S 168TH ST
OMAHA, NE 68130
Categories: OMAHA NE

3830 N 167TH CT 21.9 miles

3830 N 167TH CT
OMAHA, NE 68116
Categories: OMAHA NE

631 N 8TH ST 21.9 miles

631 N 8TH ST
MISSOURI VALLEY, IA 51555
Categories: MISSOURI VALLEY IA

2323 S 171ST ST 22.0 miles

2323 S 171ST ST
OMAHA, NE 68130
Categories: OMAHA NE

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

In-Home Drug Testing

In-home drug testing is a method used by individuals to check for the presence of drugs in the body, typically through urine, saliva, or hair sample tests. This form of testing is commonly employed by parents, employers, and educational institutions who wish to monitor drug use. It can also be useful for individuals monitoring their own recovery from drug addiction or for those who need to ensure a drug-free status for workplace compliance.

Types of In-Home Drug Tests

  • Urine Tests: The most common type, these tests detect drugs and their metabolites in urine. They are known for their ease of use, rapid results, and affordability.
  • Saliva Tests: These involve collecting saliva to detect drug residues. While not as sensitive as urine tests, they are less invasive and can detect drug use within a shorter window after consumption.
  • Hair Follicle Tests: These tests provide a longer detection window, tracing drug use back up to 90 days. However, they are more expensive and require sending a sample to a lab for analysis.

Advantages of In-Home Drug Testing

In-home drug testing kits offer several benefits:

  1. Privacy: Allows testing in a private setting, which can be less stressful for individuals being tested.
  2. Convenience: Tests can be performed at any time and do not require appointments with healthcare providers.
  3. Immediate Results: Most tests provide results within minutes, offering quick insight into drug use.
  4. Cost-Effective: These tests are generally more affordable than testing conducted at medical facilities.

Limitations and Considerations

While in-home drug testing kits are useful, they also have limitations:

  • Accuracy: The accuracy can vary between brands and types of tests. False positives and false negatives can occur, especially if the test kits are not used correctly.
  • Legal Implications: The results from in-home tests might not be admissible in court or in formal employment settings, which often require confirmation from professional labs.
  • Drug Detection Windows: Each drug has a different detection window, and some drugs may not be detectable shortly after use.

Choosing the Right Test

When selecting an in-home drug testing kit, consider the following:

  1. Substances Tested: Ensure the kit can detect the specific drugs you are concerned about.
  2. Sensitivity and Specificity: Look for kits that balance sensitivity (ability to detect drugs at low levels) with specificity (ability to avoid false positives).
  3. User Reviews: Research reviews and feedback to gauge the effectiveness and reliability of different brands and types.

In summary, in-home drug testing can be a valuable tool for maintaining a safe and drug-free environment. However, it is essential to understand its limitations and ensure proper usage to obtain reliable results.

Local Area Info: Garner, Iowa

Garner was named after Col. W. W. Garner, a civil engineer on the Rock Island Railroad. In 1870, Garner was platted by the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railway and was incorporated in 1881 with a population of 321 at that time. In the 1880s, the Duesenberg brothers, who later went on to build the Duesenberg automobile, operated a bicycle sales and repair business in Garner.

In the early days of Hancock County the court house was located approximately one mile south of Garner in what was known as Concord. The Concord Court House was platted on April 9, 1859 on a lot known as "the Court Square in a village known as Amsterdam but apparently never built. Later, on November 4, 1865 a site for the county seat was proposed. Soon after, John Maben, under the auspices of the Board of Supervisors built two small wooden buildings in an area they called "Hancock Center." That building was replaced by a brick building in 1869. That court house continued as the county seat until 1889 when a new court house was built in Garner. In 1898 the town of Britt located a few miles to the west launched a campaign to relocate the County Seat to their town; a plan that was never instituted after some legal intervention by a group of attorneys. Subsequently building of the "Klondike" railroad that ran through Garner resulted in the building of a new court house with the laying of the cornerstone on June 8, 1899, That regal building continues to serve the people of Hancock County to this day.

Each year Garner celebrates "Duesey Days."  The town celebration gets its name from Frederick and August Duesenberg.  The Duesenberg brothers had their meager beginning in a bicycle shop on Main Street in Garner but went on to found Duesenberg Motors Company (sometimes referred to as "Duesy"), an American manufacturer of race cars and luxury automobiles.

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Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $630.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Garner: 75.8 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 9.1%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.7% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 69.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 21.5% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Iowa and other state lists, there were 6 registered sex offenders living in Garner, Iowa as of January 15, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Garner is 520 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is near the state avera

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (31.7%), Irish (20.3%), Czech (7.2%), Norwegian (7.0%), American (6.0%), Dutch (3.6%).

Land Area: 2.09 square miles.

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 50438

Races:
      White alone - 3,008 - 96.1%
      Hispanic - 62 - 2.0%
      Two or more races - 32 - 1.0%
      Black alone - 17 - 0.5%
      Asian alone - 9 - 0.3%
      American Indian alone - 1 - 0.03%

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