Library Statistics

The State Library collects data for school and public libraries. Click on the links to the left for statistics and surveys 2000-2007. These statistics are helpful when libraries want to:

compare their own library activity and use from year to year
compare information from libraries of similar size
obtain statistics to support budget requests
analyze the needs of and changes in their school/community
plan for how the library will serve the school/community in the future

Additional Information

Amazing Facts about Iowa Public Libraries
The latest information on Iowa public libraries

Related Sites

National Center for Education Statistics
The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) has survey data for school and academic libraries.
Institute of Museums and Library Services
Data, publications, and peer comparisons for public libraries, also data for State Library agencies
Library Research Service
The Library Research Service in Colorado provides research information on libraries nationwide.

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