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LIBRARY RESEARCH SERVICE
  • Home
  • Blogs
    • Between a Graph and a Hard Place
    • Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
    • The LRS Number
  • Data & Tools
    • Public Libraries
      • Colorado Public Library Statistics and Profiles
      • Association Public Library Statistics
      • National Statistics
      • Other States
      • Overview of Surveys
    • School Libraries
      • School Libraries Impact Studies
      • Annual Statistics
      • National Statistics
      • Other States
      • Colorado School Library Profiles
    • Academic Libraries
      • Impact Study
      • National Statistics
    • General
      • Random Date Generator
      • Wage Calculator
      • Multiple Outlet Hours Calculator
      • DART Reference Tracker
  • Reports
    • Fast Facts
    • Closer Look Studies
    • Quotable Facts
  • Resources
    • Library User Surveys: A How-To Guide
    • Definition of Terms
    • Research Methods
    • Library Tools
  • About

Association Public Library Statistics

Public Library Data Service Statistical Report

The Public Library Association, part of the American Library Association, has the mission of enhancing the public library planning and evaluation process.

The PLA Public Library Data Service Statistical Report is designed to by help libraries:

  • Identify top performing libraries
  • Compare service levels and technology usage, and
  • Provide documentation for funding requests

ABOUT

LRS is part of the Colorado State Library, a unit of the Colorado Department of Education. We design and conduct library research for library and education professionals, public officials, and the media to inform practices and assessment needs.

This project is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).

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