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

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%

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.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (11.3%), English (10.8%), German (6.9%), Irish (4.8%), Italian (2.8%), Haitian (1.5%).

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $46,466 (it was $33,119 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $26,240 (it was $19,760 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $150,800 (it was $71,500 in 2000) Lakeland:$150,800FL:$214,000

Florida became a state in 1845, and Polk County was established in 1861. After the American Civil War, the county seat was established southeast of Lakeland in Bartow. While most of Polk County's early history centered on the two cities of Bartow and Fort Meade, eventually, people entered the areas in northern Polk County and began settling in the areas which became Lakeland.

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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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1801 CRYSTAL LAKE DR 1.6 miles

1801 CRYSTAL LAKE DR
LAKELAND, FL 33801
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1600 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD 2.0 miles

1600 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD
LAKELAND, FL 33805
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1707 E EDGEWOOD DR 2.3 miles

1707 E EDGEWOOD DR
LAKELAND, FL 33803
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3240 S Florida Ave Ste 101 2.4 miles

3240 S Florida Ave Ste 101
Lakeland, FL 33803
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2142 E EDGEWOOD DR 2.6 miles

2142 E EDGEWOOD DR
LAKELAND, FL 33803
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3037 Lakeland Hills Blvd Ste 1, 2.8 miles

3037 Lakeland Hills Blvd Ste 1,
Lakeland, FL 33805
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3131 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD STE 1 2.9 miles

3131 LAKELAND HILLS BLVD STE 1
LAKELAND, FL 33805
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3604 HARDEN BLVD 3.3 miles

3604 HARDEN BLVD
LAKELAND, FL 33803
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4710 S FLORIDA AVE 4.1 miles

4710 S FLORIDA AVE
LAKELAND, FL 33813
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4226 US HIGHWAY 98 N 4.4 miles

4226 US HIGHWAY 98 N
LAKELAND, FL 33809
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5040 US HIGHWAY 98 N 4.8 miles

5040 US HIGHWAY 98 N
LAKELAND, FL 33809
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5675 NEW TAMPA HWY STE 1 5.1 miles

5675 NEW TAMPA HWY STE 1
LAKELAND, FL 33815
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5676 S FLORIDA AVE 5.7 miles

5676 S FLORIDA AVE
LAKELAND, FL 33813
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62 Southampton Blvd 6.4 miles

62 Southampton Blvd
AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
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125 NEWBERN CIR 9.8 miles

125 NEWBERN CIR
AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
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235 N COMMONWEALTH AVE 9.8 miles

235 N COMMONWEALTH AVE
POLK CITY, FL 33868
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430 E DERBY AVE 10.6 miles

430 E DERBY AVE
AUBURNDALE, FL 33823
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2200 OSPREY BLVD 10.9 miles

2200 OSPREY BLVD
BARTOW, FL 33830
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1750 N BROADWAY AVE 10.9 miles

1750 N BROADWAY AVE
BARTOW, FL 33830
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206 W ALEXANDER ST, STE 2 11.1 miles

206 W ALEXANDER ST, STE 2
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
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1009 W BAKER ST 11.3 miles

1009 W BAKER ST
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
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413 N ALEXANDER ST 11.6 miles

413 N ALEXANDER ST
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
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301 N ALEXANDER ST 11.6 miles

301 N ALEXANDER ST
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
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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
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607 S ALEXANDER ST STE 107 110 11.7 miles

607 S ALEXANDER ST STE 107 110
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
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1350 E MAIN ST STE C-1 12.4 miles

1350 E MAIN ST STE C-1
BARTOW, FL 33830
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2303 AIRPORT RD 12.5 miles

2303 AIRPORT RD
PLANT CITY, FL 33563
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1120 HAVENDALE BLVD NW 13.0 miles

1120 HAVENDALE BLVD NW
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
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550 Pope Ave NW Ste 200 13.3 miles

550 Pope Ave NW Ste 200
Winter Haven, FL 33881
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500 1ST ST N 13.6 miles

500 1ST ST N
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
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400 1ST ST N 13.6 miles

400 1ST ST N
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33881
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320 1ST ST S 13.7 miles

320 1ST ST S
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33880
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575 E CENTRAL AVE 14.1 miles

575 E CENTRAL AVE
WINTER HAVEN, FL 33880
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5219 10TH ST 19.3 miles

5219 10TH ST
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33542
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28055 HWY 27 19.4 miles

28055 HWY 27
DUNDEE, FL 33838
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161 Webb Drive, Suite 300 20.5 miles

161 Webb Drive, Suite 300
Davenport, FL 33837
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2209 NORTH BLVD W STE B 20.8 miles

2209 NORTH BLVD W STE B
DAVENPORT, FL 33837
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6755 GALL BLVD 20.8 miles

6755 GALL BLVD
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33542
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6719 Gall Blvd., Suite 101 20.9 miles

6719 Gall Blvd., Suite 101
Zephyrhills, FL 33542
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7050 GALL BLVD 21.0 miles

7050 GALL BLVD
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33541
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801 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 21.1 miles

801 W DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
SEFFNER, FL 33584
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1550 BLOOMINGDALE AVE 21.3 miles

1550 BLOOMINGDALE AVE
VALRICO, FL 33596
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37802 MEDICAL ARTS CT 21.4 miles

37802 MEDICAL ARTS CT
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL 33541
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206 E BRANDON BLVD 21.6 miles

206 E BRANDON BLVD
BRANDON, FL 33511
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205 E BRANDON BLVD STE B 21.6 miles

205 E BRANDON BLVD STE B
BRANDON, FL 33511
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427 S PARSONS AVE STE 120 21.7 miles

427 S PARSONS AVE STE 120
BRANDON, FL 33511
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11752 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 21.7 miles

11752 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
SEFFNER, FL 33584
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220 W BRANDON BLVD STE 209 21.8 miles

220 W BRANDON BLVD STE 209
BRANDON, FL 33511
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230 S MOON AVE 21.9 miles

230 S MOON AVE
BRANDON, FL 33511
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613 MEDICAL CARE DR 22.1 miles

613 MEDICAL CARE DR
BRANDON, FL 33511
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519 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE STE A 22.3 miles

519 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE STE A
BRANDON, FL 33511
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934 Oakfield Drive 22.4 miles

934 Oakfield Drive
Brandon, FL 33511
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1411 OAKFIELD DR 22.9 miles

1411 OAKFIELD DR
BRANDON, FL 33511
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3110 CHERRY PALM DR 24.5 miles

3110 CHERRY PALM DR
TAMPA, FL 33619
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If you need a Drug, Alcohol, COVID-19 or DNA test in Lakeland, FL, Accredited Drug Testing has many drug testing locations in Lakeland, FL and the surrounding areas. Our drug testing centers provide urine drug testing, hair drug testing, alcohol testing, DOT physicals, DOT drug testing and DNA testing. Our drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers in need of a pre-employment drug test, random drug test and post-accident drug test. We also provide testing for individuals needing a drug or alcohol test for court ordered reasons , probation or family purposes. Same day service is available and most drug testing Lakeland, FL locations are within minutes of your home or office. Drug testing methods include urine, oral/saliva, hair follicle, blood , ETG and breath alcohol testing. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours.

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Guidelines for Drug Test Scheduling in Lakeland, FL

Convenient Scheduling Options: Online or By Phone

Step 1: Begin by choosing and paying for your desired test either through our website or by reaching out to our local scheduling center at (800)-221-4291. Our team is eager to assist you. Note that payment is required when you register, as testing centers do not process payments. Most tests can be scheduled for the same day.

Step 2: If you arranged your test online, complete the Donor Information/Registration Section and specify where you'd like to receive the confidential test results by email. The provided zip code will help us identify the nearest drug/alcohol testing center to you.

Step 3: You'll receive an authorization form/donor pass via email, listing the local testing center's address and operating hours. Have this form with you, either printed or accessible on your smartphone, when you visit the testing center. No prior appointment is needed!

Urine and Hair Drug Testing Options in Lakeland, FL - Your Decision

Accredited Drug Testing tailors testing methods to meet our clients' needs. Urine testing, with a detection period of 1 to 5 days, is popular among employers, courts, and educational institutions. On the other hand, hair drug and alcohol testing is increasingly utilized due to a detection period extending up to 90 days.

Common Drug Test Methods: Urine vs. Hair

While both 5-panel urine and hair drug tests screen for the same drugs, the time frame they cover differs. Urine tests can detect drug use within the past 1 to 5 days, whereas hair tests can trace use back up to 90 days from specimen collection.

Drug Testing for Legal Purposes (Probation/Child Custody)

Located in Lakeland, FL, our centers provide drug and alcohol testing services that support various court-ordered requirements, including probation and other government-mandated tests. Observed testing is available, and results can be used in legal proceedings such as probation hearings, child custody disputes, and government-required tests.

Any court-ordered drug test will include guidelines on the specific type of test to conduct and the substances to be screened. If sample collection needs observation to prevent tampering or substitution, this will be specified in the court order.

DOT-Compliant Drug and Alcohol Testing in Lakeland, FL

Our expertise extends to providing testing services conforming with various DOT Modes, including but not limited to Trucking (FMCSA), Maritime (USCG), Aviation (FAA), Public Transport (FTA), Railroad (FRA), and Pipeline (PHMSA) industries, based on Part 40 of the US Department of Transportation Compliance Regulations. Additional DOT offerings include consortium participation, MVR reports, supervisor training, and policy manual production. We also offer a thorough DOT Compliance Program suitable for solo operators and small trucking firms.

Additional DOT Services Include:

  • Participation in Consortium
  • DOT Physical Examinations
  • Supervisor Education
  • Development of Employer Drug Policies
  • MVR Assessments
  • Staff Training
  • Background Check Services
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search

Workplace Drug Testing Services for Employers in Lakeland, FL

Accredited Drug Testing excels in creating comprehensive, cost-effective drug free workplace programs for businesses of all sizes. Often known as a Drug Free Workplace, this program may not fulfill formal designation requirements under specific state laws if it lacks certain key components. Our Lakeland, FL testing locations are equipped to meet these requirements.

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Benefits of a Drug Free Workplace in Lakeland, FL

  • Boosted Employee Performance
  • Fewer Workplace Accidents
  • Less Employee Absenteeism
  • Lower Insurance Costs
  • Increased Employee Morale
  • Enhanced Customer Satisfaction

On-Site/Mobile Drug Testing Solutions in Lakeland, FL

If at least 10 of your employees require drug or alcohol testing, Accredited Drug Testing provides on-site services at your location. Frequently utilized at construction sites, manufacturing plants, and job fairs, on-site testing caters to pre-employment and random tests. To arrange an on-site drug testing event in Lakeland, FL, call us at (800)221-4291 and speak to our on-site coordinator.

Available Drug Testing Centers in Lakeland, FL

In Lakeland, FL, and nearby areas, Accredited Drug Testing hosts several centers. Many open early or have evening hours to accommodate work schedules. Our certified specialists ensure your testing needs are met with professionalism, confidentiality, and expertise.

Employers utilize drug testing for reasons including pre-employment, random testing, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion. Individuals may seek testing for court orders, probation, child custody, or personal reasons.

Accredited Drug Testing operates nationally with centers in Lakeland, FL specializing in drug, alcohol, and DNA testing, as well as DOT physicals and background checks.

On the move or on vacation? No problem! We can arrange your test whenever needed!

With over 20,000 centers nationwide, Accredited Drug Testing has facilities across all states and most cities.

Selecting the Right Drug Testing Panel

Drug tests are grouped into panels that determine the number of drugs screened. Popular choices include 5, 10, and 12-panel tests, with options for customized screenings.

Understanding Drug Testing

Drug tests involve analyzing biological samples, such as urine, hair, blood, breath, sweat, and saliva, to detect parent drugs or metabolites. Common uses include screening for steroids in sports, detecting illegal drug use by employers, probation officers, or police officers measuring blood alcohol content (BAC) via breathalyzer. While urinalysis is widely used in workplace and sports settings, various other methods exist with differing accuracy, detection periods, and sensitivity.

Can Passive Smoke Lead to False Marijuana Positives?

"Passive" marijuana smoke exposure is generally not a concern for false positives, as lab cutoff levels are set significantly higher than what could result from passive exposure.

Urine screen discrepancies might indicate false negatives or deliberate sample tampering. For instance:

  • Low creatinine levels can signal urine tampering, either from excessive water intake before testing or water addition to the sample.
  • Creatinine and specific gravity measurements are used to spot sample dilution. To prevent dilution, labs may color toilet water blue.
  • Attempting to alter urine stability with enzymes can change pH levels, which are also checked during testing.

Drug Metabolization Periods

The detection window for drugs in the system varies depending on several factors, including:

  • Dosage taken
  • Frequency of use
  • Type of substance
  • Individual's metabolism and health
  • Fluid consumption after use
  • Amount of exercise post-ingestion
  • Genetic factors affecting drug response

Why Opt for Accredited Drug Testing in Lakeland, FL?

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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.

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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%

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.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (11.3%), English (10.8%), German (6.9%), Irish (4.8%), Italian (2.8%), Haitian (1.5%).

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $46,466 (it was $33,119 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $26,240 (it was $19,760 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $150,800 (it was $71,500 in 2000) Lakeland:$150,800FL:$214,000

Florida became a state in 1845, and Polk County was established in 1861. After the American Civil War, the county seat was established southeast of Lakeland in Bartow. While most of Polk County's early history centered on the two cities of Bartow and Fort Meade, eventually, people entered the areas in northern Polk County and began settling in the areas which became Lakeland.

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