Altoona, IA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 18,699 (100% urban, 0% rural).

Population (female): 9,885

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Altoona: 90.0 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (7.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 3.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 3.0% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Iowa and other state lists, there were 16 registered sex offenders living in Altoona, Iowa as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Altoona is 1,077 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is lower than the

Elevation:

Land Area: 7.10 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $71,785 (it was $50,162 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $29,779 (it was $20,336 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $204,529 (it was $113,300 in 2000) Altoona:$204,529IA:$149,100

Races:
      White alone - 15,849 - 90.5%
      Hispanic - 706 - 4.0%
      Two or more races - 391 - 2.2%
      Asian alone - 235 - 1.3%
      Black alone - 127 - 0.7%
      American Indian alone - 16 - 0.09%

In addition to serving as Altoona's first mayor, Emory English was the town doctor. After the great train crash of 1877, English was the first doctor on the scene.

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Recognitions and Certifications

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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)

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On-Site Drug Testing Altoona, IA

Time is money, we can come to you. Accredited Drug Testing provides on-site drug testing services in Altoona, IA and throughout the local area for employers who need drug or alcohol testing at their place of business or other location. On-site drug testing methods include urine drug testing, hair drug testing, oral saliva drug testing and breath alcohol testing. Both instant drug test results and laboratory analyzed testing is available. Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident.

3770 8TH ST SW 1.3 miles

3770 8TH ST SW
ALTOONA, IA 50009
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2100 DIXON ST STE E 6.7 miles

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1650 E MADISON AVE 6.8 miles

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DES MOINES, IA 50313
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1301 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 416 8.0 miles

1301 PENNSYLVANIA AVE STE 416
DES MOINES, IA 50316
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1810 SW White Birch Circle Ste 111 9.1 miles

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ANKENY, IA 50023
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ANKENY, IA 50023
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2340 EUCLID AVE 9.5 miles

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DES MOINES, IA 50310
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1200 PLEASANT ST
DES MOINES, IA 50309
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2417 UNIVERSITY AVE 10.0 miles

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DES MOINES, IA 50311
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DES MOINES, IA 50322
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URBANDALE, IA 50322
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URBANDALE, IA 50322
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11319 AURORA AVE, 16.0 miles

11319 AURORA AVE,
URBANDALE, IA 50322
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INDIANOLA, IA 50125
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Drug Test Screening Panels Available In Altoona, IA

We offer a 5-panel drug test, which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • PCP

We offer a 10-panel drug test which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbituates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • MDA
  • Methadone
  • Methaqualone
  • Opiates
  • PCP
  • Propoxyphene

We offer a 12-panel drug test which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • MDA
  • Methadone
  • Methaqualone
  • Opiates
  • PCP
  • Propoxyphene
  • Meperidine
  • Tramadol

** Customized drug testing panels such as bath salts, synthetic marijuana, steroids and other drugs are also available.

Urine or Hair On-site Drug Testing In Altoona, IA - You Choose!

Our on-site drug testing services in Altoona, IA include urine drug testing, which has a detection period of 1-5 days and hair drug testing which has a detection period of up to 90 days. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours, when analyzed by our SAMHSA Certified Laboratories. Negative instant test results are available immediately, non-negative test results require laboratory confirmation.

Why Use On-Site Drug Testing in Altoona, IA?

Time is money and when sending an employee to one of our many drug testing centers in Altoona, IA would cause disruption to your business operations or affect your employees work productivity, conducting on-site drug testing will eliminate these issues.

Who Uses On-Site Drug Testing?

  • Construction Sites
  • Manufacturing Plants
  • Power Plants
  • Motor Pool Facilities
  • Car Dealerships
  • Trucking/Transportation Companies
  • Schools
  • Sports Venues
  • Hospitals
  • Oil & Gas Drillings Sites

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Accredited Drug Testing has trained and qualified collectors who also specialize in providing on-site drug testing services for all DOT modes to include:

Additional DOT Services:

  • DOT Consortium Enrollment
  • DOT Physicals
  • Supervisor Training
  • DOT Drug Policy Development
  • MVR Reports
  • Employee Training
  • Background Checks
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search

How To Schedule On-Site Drug Testing In Altoona, IA?

Step 1 - Call our on-site coordinator at (800)221-4291

Step 2 - Have at least 10 employees needing to be tested (recommended)

Step 3 - Provide the date, location and time of the requested on-site drug testing services

In addition to on-site drug testing in Altoona, IA, we also have drug testing centers available at the following locations.

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Local Area Info: Altoona, Iowa

Anthony Yant first settled in what is now Altoona in 1854, the same year Gilbert T. Taylor settled there. The land was originally surveyed in 1847 and put up for sale by the US government in 1848, but it took six years to sell. After many sales between different families, the Davis family ended up with the land on February 1, 1868.

The Davises hired surveyor Juian B. Bausman to lay out the city. He is also credited for giving the city the current name. Altoona is named for the Latin word for "high," altus, after surveyor Julian B. Bausman discovered Altoona was the highest point on the Des Moines Valley Railroad between Des Moines and Keokuk.

The plot was recorded on July 30, 1868, and the Post office opened the next day. When the Rock Island Railroad came to Altoona in September of that year, they referred to Altoona as Yant, the city's original name.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 18,699 (100% urban, 0% rural).

Population (female): 9,885

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Altoona: 90.0 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (7.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 3.9% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 3.0% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Iowa and other state lists, there were 16 registered sex offenders living in Altoona, Iowa as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Altoona is 1,077 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is lower than the

Elevation:

Land Area: 7.10 square miles.

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $71,785 (it was $50,162 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $29,779 (it was $20,336 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $204,529 (it was $113,300 in 2000) Altoona:$204,529IA:$149,100

Races:
      White alone - 15,849 - 90.5%
      Hispanic - 706 - 4.0%
      Two or more races - 391 - 2.2%
      Asian alone - 235 - 1.3%
      Black alone - 127 - 0.7%
      American Indian alone - 16 - 0.09%

In addition to serving as Altoona's first mayor, Emory English was the town doctor. After the great train crash of 1877, English was the first doctor on the scene.

(800) 221-4291