Our Value

What is your library worth to you?

While it’s difficult to place a monetary value on all the work we do, this calculator is a good start. The Derby Neck Library prides itself on providing our patrons with exciting, unique, and diverse materials and experiences. Enter the number of each type of material you’ve checked out recently, resource you’ve used, or event you’ve attended, and the total amount you’ve saved will be displayed below.

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How are these values calculated?
This chart breaks down the estimated or average costs for library resources. This data was obtained from a calculator created by ilovelibraries, an initiative of the American Library Association.

Average Library Material & Resource Costs
Item Estimated Retail Value
Adult Books $17.00
YA Books $12.00
Children's Books $17.00
Movies $4.00
Interlibrary Loan Requests $25.00
eBooks downloaded $15.00
Magazines $5.00
Newspapers read $9.50
Adult Programs Attended $15.00
YA Programs Attended $12.00
Children's Programs Attended $7.00
Museum Passes Borrowed $20.00
Computer Uses $12.00
Database Uses $19.95
Reference Assistance $7.00

This resource has been adapted from the Massachusetts Library Association and the Maine State Library.