Library Value Calculator
The potential impact on your life of using all that CADL has to offer is, of course, priceless, but even modest use of library resources can easily return your tax investment.
Play with our calculator and discover all the ways that CADL is a good value!
Instead of buying that cookbook or bestseller, borrow it. (value: $17.00 each)
Borrow by the dozen from the library to feed that growing mind. Buy only the ones you want to read over and over again. (value: $10.00 each)
Some eBooks are bargains but not all. Let us fill your device. (value: $8.00 each)
Instead of subscribing to a new streaming service for a month or buying or renting from Amazon, borrow a DVD or a streaming view from the library. (value: $10.00 each)
Take a break from your paid subscription or ad-supported services and check out CDs or stream from hoopla. (value: $13.00 each)
Do you like to listen to books while exercising, cooking, or working around the house? The library is cheaper than Audible.com (value: $15.00 each)
Check out print issues or digital versions. (value: $5.00 each)
Instead of buying or renting lawn games for the open house or family picnic, borrow from our Library of Things. Or try out several new board games for your family game night before investing in a new favorite. (value: $50.00 each)
If CADL doesn't have what you want, you can get items from over 400 other Michigan libraries. (value: $17.00 each)
Whether it is edutainment for the kids, a lecture, a book discussion, or hands on learning, the library offers no cost experiences that enrich your life. (value: $10.00 each)
CADL's computers are up to date, secure, and connected to fast Internet. (value: $12.00 each)
The library doesn't make you buy coffee or charge you for a day pass. (value: $5.00 each)
CADL offers LinkedIn Learning, live online tutoring, and many premium subscription research and learning tools. (value: $20.00 each)
You can get personal assistance with research, job search, and technology by appointment with our Book a Librarian service. (value: $50.00 each)
Several branches have no cost meeting space for library card holders. (value: $50.00 each)
We loan hotspots with unlimited data for 2 weeks at a time. (value: $70.00 each)
Taxable Value of Your Home
Typically half of its assessed value
Value Received
Total value of your library use
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Taxes Paid
Approximate taxes paid for CADL services
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Your Personal Return On Investment
For every $1.00 of taxes you invest in your library, you receive this much in return