If JavaScript is not supported, use the Excel spreadsheet below to calculate your library's value.

Your OCLN Member Library provides a wide range of materials and services. Use this calculator to find out what it would cost you to purchase these services on your own.

Input Your Use
Library Services
Value of Services

Books Borrowed

 $

Magazines Borrowed

 $

Movies Borrowed

 $

Audio Books Borrowed

 $

CDs Borrowed

 $

Museum Passes Borrowed

 $

Interlibrary Loan

 $

Meeting Room Use per Hour

 $

Adult Programs Attended

 $

Children's Programs Attended

 $

Hours of Computer Use   (i.e. Internet, MS Word, etc.)

 $

Online Magazine or Newspaper Article

 $

Reference Questions Asked

 $
$
This worksheet has been adapted from the downloadable spreadsheet provided by the Massachusetts Library Association.


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