Lakeland, FL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 50,198

Population (female): 57,856

Median Age: 41.0 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Lakeland: 86.7 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 16.4%

Poverty (breakdown): (9.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 29.3% for Black residents, 22.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 30.3% for American Indian residents, 31.0% for other race residents, 26.1% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Florida and other state lists, there were 501 registered sex offenders living in Lakeland, Florida as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Lakeland is 214 to 1.>

Land Area: 45.8 square miles.

Zip Codes: 33803, 33805, 33809, 33811, 33815

Races:
      White alone - 64,626 - 58.4%
      Black alone - 21,712 - 19.6%
      Hispanic - 18,372 - 16.6%
      Asian alone - 2,273 - 2.1%
      Two or more races - 2,253 - 2.0%
      American Indian alone - 286 - 0.3%
      Other race alone - 183 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 83 - 0.08%

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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 Lakeland, FL

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

Accredited Drug Testing offers self-administered/self-collection drug testing products in Lakeland, FL 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 Lakeland, FL testing locations.

1801 CRYSTAL LAKE DR 1.6 miles

1801 CRYSTAL LAKE DR
LAKELAND, FL 33801
Categories: LAKELAND FL

1600 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD 2.0 miles

1600 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD
LAKELAND, FL 33805
Categories: LAKELAND FL

1707 E EDGEWOOD DR 2.3 miles

1707 E EDGEWOOD DR
LAKELAND, FL 33803
Categories: LAKELAND FL

3240 S Florida Ave Ste 101 2.4 miles

3240 S Florida Ave Ste 101
Lakeland, FL 33803
Categories: Lakeland FL

2142 E EDGEWOOD DR 2.6 miles

2142 E EDGEWOOD DR
LAKELAND, FL 33803
Categories: LAKELAND FL

3037 Lakeland Hills Blvd Ste 1, 2.8 miles

3037 Lakeland Hills Blvd Ste 1,
Lakeland, FL 33805
Categories: Lakeland FL

3131 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD STE 1 2.9 miles

3131 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD STE 1
LAKELAND, FL 33805
Categories: LAKELAND FL

3604 HARDEN BLVD 3.3 miles

3604 HARDEN BLVD
LAKELAND, FL 33803
Categories: LAKELAND FL

4710 S FLORIDA AVE 4.1 miles

4710 S FLORIDA AVE
LAKELAND, FL 33813
Categories: LAKELAND FL

4226 US HIGHWAY 98 N 4.4 miles

4226 US HIGHWAY 98 N
LAKELAND, FL 33809
Categories: LAKELAND FL

5040 US HIGHWAY 98 N 4.8 miles

5040 US HIGHWAY 98 N
LAKELAND, FL 33809
Categories: LAKELAND FL

5675 NEW TAMPA HWY STE 1 5.1 miles

5675 NEW TAMPA HWY STE 1
LAKELAND, FL 33815
Categories: LAKELAND FL

5676 S FLORIDA AVE 5.7 miles

5676 S FLORIDA AVE
LAKELAND, FL 33813
Categories: LAKELAND FL

62 Southampton Blvd 6.4 miles

62 Southampton Blvd
AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
Categories: AUBURNDALE FL

125 NEWBERN CIR 9.8 miles

125 NEWBERN CIR
AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
Categories: AUBURNDALE FL

235 N COMMONWEALTH AVE 9.8 miles

235 N COMMONWEALTH AVE
POLK CITY, FL 33868
Categories: POLK CITY FL

430 E DERBY AVE 10.6 miles

430 E DERBY AVE
AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
Categories: AUBURNDALE FL

2200 OSPREY BLVD 10.9 miles

2200 OSPREY BLVD
BARTOW, FL 33830
Categories: BARTOW FL

1750 N BROADWAY AVE 10.9 miles

1750 N BROADWAY AVE
BARTOW, FL 33830
Categories: BARTOW FL

206 W ALEXANDER ST, STE 2 11.1 miles

206 W ALEXANDER ST, STE 2
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

1009 W BAKER ST 11.3 miles

1009 W BAKER ST
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

413 N ALEXANDER ST 11.6 miles

413 N ALEXANDER ST
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

301 N ALEXANDER ST 11.6 miles

301 N ALEXANDER ST
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

802 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE C 11.6 miles

802 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD STE C
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

607 S ALEXANDER ST STE 107 110 11.7 miles

607 S ALEXANDER ST STE 107 110
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

1350 E MAIN ST STE C-1 12.4 miles

1350 E MAIN ST STE C-1
BARTOW, FL 33830
Categories: BARTOW FL

2303 AIRPORT RD 12.5 miles

2303 AIRPORT RD
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
Categories: PLANT CITY FL

1120 HAVENDALE BLVD NW 13.0 miles

1120 HAVENDALE BLVD NW
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

550 Pope Ave NW Ste 200 13.3 miles

550 Pope Ave NW Ste 200
Winter Haven, FL 33881
Categories: Winter Haven FL

500 1ST ST N 13.6 miles

500 1ST ST N
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

400 1ST ST N 13.6 miles

400 1ST ST N
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

320 1ST ST S 13.7 miles

320 1ST ST S
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33880
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

575 E CENTRAL AVE 14.1 miles

575 E CENTRAL AVE
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33880
Categories: WINTER HAVEN FL

5219 10TH ST 19.3 miles

5219 10TH ST
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33542
Categories: ZEPHYRHILLS FL

28055 HWY 27 19.4 miles

28055 HWY 27
DUNDEE, FL 33838
Categories: DUNDEE FL

161 Webb Drive, Suite 300 20.5 miles

161 Webb Drive, Suite 300
Davenport, FL 33837
Categories: Davenport FL

2209 NORTH BLVD W STE B 20.8 miles

2209 NORTH BLVD W STE B
DAVENPORT, FL 33837
Categories: DAVENPORT FL

6755 GALL BLVD 20.8 miles

6755 GALL BLVD
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33542
Categories: ZEPHYRHILLS FL

6719 Gall Blvd., Suite 101 20.9 miles

6719 Gall Blvd., Suite 101
Zephyrhills, FL 33542
Categories: Zephyrhills FL

7050 GALL BLVD 21.0 miles

7050 GALL BLVD
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33541
Categories: ZEPHYRHILLS FL

801 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 21.1 miles

801 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
SEFFNER, FL 33584
Categories: SEFFNER FL

1550 BLOOMINGDALE AVE 21.3 miles

1550 BLOOMINGDALE AVE
VALRICO, FL 33596
Categories: VALRICO FL

37802 MEDICAL ARTS CT 21.4 miles

37802 MEDICAL ARTS CT
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33541
Categories: ZEPHYRHILLS FL

206 E BRANDON BLVD 21.6 miles

206 E BRANDON BLVD
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

205 E BRANDON BLVD STE B 21.6 miles

205 E BRANDON BLVD STE B
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

427 S PARSONS AVE STE 120 21.7 miles

427 S PARSONS AVE STE 120
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

11752 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 21.7 miles

11752 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
SEFFNER, FL 33584
Categories: SEFFNER FL

220 W BRANDON BLVD STE 209 21.8 miles

220 W BRANDON BLVD STE 209
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

230 S MOON AVE 21.9 miles

230 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

613 MEDICAL CARE DR 22.1 miles

613 MEDICAL CARE DR
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

519 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE STE A 22.3 miles

519 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE STE A
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

934 Oakfield Drive 22.4 miles

934 Oakfield Drive
Brandon, FL 33511
Categories: Brandon FL

1411 OAKFIELD DR 22.9 miles

1411 OAKFIELD DR
BRANDON, FL 33511
Categories: BRANDON FL

3110 CHERRY PALM DR 24.5 miles

3110 CHERRY PALM DR
TAMPA, FL 33619
Categories: TAMPA FL

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: Lakeland, Florida

Lakeland is a city in Polk County, Florida, along Interstate 4 east of Tampa. The westernmost city in Polk County, it is part of the Tampa Bay Area. According to the 2013 U.S. Census Bureau estimate, the city had a population of 100,710. Lakeland is a principal city of the Lakeland–Winter Haven Metropolitan Statistical Area (coterminous with Polk County), which had an estimated population of 623,009 in July 2013 based on data from the University of Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research. It is twinned with Richmond Hill, Ontario; Imabari, Ehime, Japan; B?l?i, Moldova; Portmore, Jamaica; and Chongming County, Shanghai, China through the Lakeland chapter of Sister Cities International.

Native Americans began to live in the area 12,000 years ago. European-American settlers arrived in Lakeland from South Carolina in the 1870s. The city expanded in the 1880s with the arrival of rail service, with the first freedmen railway workers settling here in 1883. They and European immigrants also came because of new jobs in the large phosphate industry that developed. Lakeland is home to the 1,267-acre Circle B Bar Reserve.

The first Paleo-Indians reached the central Florida area near the end of the last ice age, as they followed big game south. As the ice melted and sea levels rose, these Native Americans ended up staying and thrived on the peninsula for thousands of years. By the time the first Spanish conquistadors arrived, more than 250,000 Native Americans were living on the peninsula.[citation needed] Some of these first early tribes were the Tocobago, Timucua, and Calusa. In 1527, a Spanish map showed a settlement near the Rio de la Paz. The arrival of the Spanish turned out to be disastrous to these Native American tribes. Within 150 years, the majority of the pre-Columbian Native American peoples of Florida had been wiped out. Those who had not succumbed to diseases such as smallpox or yellow fever were either killed or enslaved. Little is left of these first Native Americans cultures in Polk County except for scant archaeological records, including a few personal artifacts and shell mounds. Eventually, the remnants of these tribes merged with the Creek Indians who had arrived from the north and became the Seminole Indian tribe.

Show Regional Data

Population (male): 50,198

Population (female): 57,856

Median Age: 41.0 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Lakeland: 86.7 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 16.4%

Poverty (breakdown): (9.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 29.3% for Black residents, 22.4% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 30.3% for American Indian residents, 31.0% for other race residents, 26.1% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Florida and other state lists, there were 501 registered sex offenders living in Lakeland, Florida as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Lakeland is 214 to 1.>

Land Area: 45.8 square miles.

Zip Codes: 33803, 33805, 33809, 33811, 33815

Races:
      White alone - 64,626 - 58.4%
      Black alone - 21,712 - 19.6%
      Hispanic - 18,372 - 16.6%
      Asian alone - 2,273 - 2.1%
      Two or more races - 2,253 - 2.0%
      American Indian alone - 286 - 0.3%
      Other race alone - 183 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 83 - 0.08%

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