Rocky Mount, NC Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 54,523 (98% urban, 2% rural). >Population change since 2000: -2.5%

Median Age: 37.7 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $846.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Rocky Mount: 86.2 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 22.4%

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (8.6%), English (4.8%), Irish (1.7%), German (1.2%).

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 27801, 27803

Races:
      Black alone - 35,634 - 63.0%
      White alone - 16,119 - 28.5%
      Hispanic - 2,275 - 4.0%
      Two or more races - 1,426 - 2.5%
      Asian alone - 735 - 1.3%
      American Indian alone - 257 - 0.5%
      Other race alone - 182 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 39 - 0.07%

Several notable Civil Rights events occurred in Rocky Mount. In 1946, African American tobacco warehouse workers voted to organize in Rocky Mount as part of a broader nationwide movement known as Operation Dixie that lead to voter registration and political action against segregation. On November 27, 1962, Martin Luther King Jr. gave a speech at Booker T. Washington High School wherein he used his famous refrain "I have a dream" a year before his better known delivery at the March on Washington. The city also had its own sanitation workers' strike in 1978 when government sanitation workers protested their black co-worker being wrongfully arrested leading to his acquittal in court and the city later apologizing.

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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)

Rocky Mount, NC Locations

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Multiple Testing Centers In Rocky Mount, NC

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Rocky Mount, NC Testing Locations

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2001 SUNSET AVE 2.1 miles

2001 SUNSET AVE
ROCKY MOUNT, NC 27804
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3208 SUNSET AVE STE C 3.4 miles

3208 SUNSET AVE STE C
ROCKY MOUNT, NC 27804
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804 ENGLISH RD STE 100 4.1 miles

804 ENGLISH RD STE 100
ROCKY MOUNT, NC 27804
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117 ROUNDABOUT CT 4.4 miles

117 ROUNDABOUT CT
ROCKY MOUNT, NC 27804
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550 N WINSTEAD AVE 4.6 miles

550 N WINSTEAD AVE
ROCKY MOUNT, NC 27804
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111 HOSPITAL DR 12.9 miles

111 HOSPITAL DR
TARBORO, NC 27886
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2909 N MAIN ST 13.1 miles

2909 N MAIN ST
TARBORO, NC 27886
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101 CLINIC DR 13.2 miles

101 CLINIC DR
TARBORO, NC 27886
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3725 NASH ST NW 14.3 miles

3725 NASH ST NW
WILSON, NC 27896
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3709 NASH ST NW 14.3 miles

3709 NASH ST NW
WILSON, NC 27896
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2503 FOREST HILLS RD W STE B 15.9 miles

2503 FOREST HILLS RD W STE B
WILSON, NC 27893
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1208 TARBORO ST W 16.9 miles

1208 TARBORO ST W
WILSON, NC 27893
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1705 TARBORO ST SW 17.3 miles

1705 TARBORO ST SW
WILSON, NC 27893
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1725 TARBORO ST W 17.4 miles

1725 TARBORO ST W
WILSON, NC 27893
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1801 GLENDALE DR SW 17.6 miles

1801 GLENDALE DR SW
WILSON, NC 27893
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2605 FOREST HILLS RD, UNIT C 17.8 miles

2605 FOREST HILLS RD, UNIT C
WILSON, NC 27893
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Scheduling a test is Fast and Easy, call our scheduling department or schedule your test online 24/7

*You must register by phone or online to receive your donor pass/registration prior to proceeding to the testing center

Accredited Drug Testing has drug testing locations in most cities and towns throughout the United States. Providing drug testing, alcohol testing, DNA testing and other related services. Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office. Same day service is available in most cases. To schedule a test please call our scheduling department at 1-800-221-4291 or you may schedule your test online utilizing your zip code in which you are located.

Employers - Accredited Drug Testing provides easy, convenient, confidential and cost-effective drug testing services, including pre-employment drug testing, random drug testing, post-accident drug testing and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. We can also assist you with the implementation of your drug free workplace program with drug policy development, supervisor training, employee education and on-going consultation. In many cases a company certified as a drug free workplace can receive discounts on their workers' compensation insurance premiums along with lowering employee absenteeism, enhancing workplace safety and improving employee morale. To open a no cost employer drug testing account click here or call our office at 1-800-221-4291

Individuals - If you are an individual in need of a drug, alcohol or DNA test, Accredited Drug Testing is your one stop shopping for all your testing needs. Simply call our customer service staff at 1-800-221-4291 or you may register online. There is no need to open an account or be affiliated with any company. Accredited Drug Testing offers drug testing for personal, court ordered, probation, child custody or any other reason you may need! To schedule a test please call our scheduling department at 1-800-221-4291 or you may schedule your test online utilizing your zip code in which you are located.

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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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Importance of Local Drug Testing Centers

Drug testing centers are crucial for identifying drug use and ensuring compliance with various legal and safety regulations. They help employers maintain a safe and productive work environment, assist law enforcement and legal professionals, and support health care providers in treating and advising patients on substance use.

Services Offered by Local Drug Testing Centers

  • Pre-Employment Screening: Testing potential employees to ensure they meet the employer's policies regarding drug use.
  • Random Drug Testing: Conducting unscheduled drug tests to deter drug use among employees or members of an organization.
  • Reasonable Suspicion Testing: Testing individuals who exhibit behaviors that suggest drug use, based on observed conditions explicitly articulated by trained supervisors.
  • Post-Accident Testing: Assessing employees for drug use after an accident to determine if drugs were a contributing factor to the incident.
  • Follow-Up Testing: Monitoring employees who have returned to work after participating in rehabilitation programs for substance use.

Choosing a Local Drug Testing Center

  1. Accreditation: Ensure the center is accredited by relevant health and safety authorities, indicating compliance with industry standards.
  2. Confidentiality: The center should uphold strict confidentiality policies to protect the privacy of individuals undergoing testing.
  3. Technology and Accuracy: Check that the center employs up-to-date technology and methodology for accurate and reliable testing results.

Benefits of Using Local Drug Testing Centers

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  • Convenience: Local centers provide easy access for individuals and organizations, reducing the time and cost associated with travel.
  • Quick Results: Many local centers offer rapid results, which is critical for timely decision-making in employment and health care scenarios.
  • Support for Compliance: They assist organizations in complying with legal requirements and maintaining industry certifications and standards.

Local drug testing centers are essential for maintaining safe and compliant environments in various settings. By choosing a reputable and properly accredited center, organizations and individuals can rely on precise and efficient service to meet their drug testing needs.

Local Area Info: Rocky Mount, North Carolina

Rocky Mount is a city in Edgecombe and Nash counties in the Atlantic coastal plain region of the U.S. state of North Carolina. Although it was not formally incorporated until February 28, 1907, the North Carolina community that became the city of Rocky Mount dates from the beginning of the 19th century. The first post office in the area opened in 1816. The city's population was 57,685 at the 2010 census, with an estimated population of 56,325 in 2014. Rocky Mount has received the All-America City Award from the National Civic League two times, in 1969 and 1999.

Rocky Mount is the principal city of the Rocky Mount metropolitan area, which includes Edgecombe and Nash counties. The MSA had a population of 143,026 (though a July 1, 2009 estimate placed the population at 146,596). It is also a part of the Raleigh-Durham-Cary CSA with a total population of 2,132,523.

The region around the Tar River was continuously inhabited by aboriginal people for 12,000 years before the first Europeans arrived, when it was home to the Tuscarora people. Europeans began settling the area after the Tuscarora War in the early 1700s. Like many other early settlements in colonial America, they settled along the fall line between the Piedmont and coastal plain, which is the point at which rivers become unnavigable sailing upstream and water flowing downstream can power a mill. The Falls of the Tar River Primitive Baptist Church was established in 1757, which still meets today, although its original building has since been replaced. Much of the community attended the church so that it served as an early form of record keeping and law enforcement with citations given for crimes.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 54,523 (98% urban, 2% rural). >Population change since 2000: -2.5%

Median Age: 37.7 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $846.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Rocky Mount: 86.2 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 22.4%

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (8.6%), English (4.8%), Irish (1.7%), German (1.2%).

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 27801, 27803

Races:
      Black alone - 35,634 - 63.0%
      White alone - 16,119 - 28.5%
      Hispanic - 2,275 - 4.0%
      Two or more races - 1,426 - 2.5%
      Asian alone - 735 - 1.3%
      American Indian alone - 257 - 0.5%
      Other race alone - 182 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 39 - 0.07%

Several notable Civil Rights events occurred in Rocky Mount. In 1946, African American tobacco warehouse workers voted to organize in Rocky Mount as part of a broader nationwide movement known as Operation Dixie that lead to voter registration and political action against segregation. On November 27, 1962, Martin Luther King Jr. gave a speech at Booker T. Washington High School wherein he used his famous refrain "I have a dream" a year before his better known delivery at the March on Washington. The city also had its own sanitation workers' strike in 1978 when government sanitation workers protested their black co-worker being wrongfully arrested leading to his acquittal in court and the city later apologizing.