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Borrowing privileges and computer use are free to those who live inside the city limits of Tyler, and you or your landlord pays property tax to the City of Tyler. Please note that not everyone with a Tyler postal or mailing address lives inside the city limits. Residency will be determined by the actual location of the street address.
To view a map and determine if you reside within city limits, visit CityofTyler.org.
Those who do not pay property tax to the City of Tyler may borrow materials or use the Library's computers for a fee. You may purchase a monthly membership for $10, a 6-month membership for $50, or a one-year membership for $90, each of which entitles you to the same borrowing privileges as residents.
If you live outside the city limits of Tyler but you, your spouse, or, for minor children, their parents, personally own property or a business on which property taxes are paid to the City of Tyler, borrowing is also free. If you live outside the city limits and wish to claim free borrowing privileges for property or business ownership, please bring proof of property tax payment along with the identification mentioned in the section above when you apply for or renew your Library card.
Tyler ISD students may obtain a Tyler Public Library account without purchasing a non-resident membership. To obtain a Library card, please visit the Library with proof of enrollment or your student identification.
Seniors (55+) and Veterans who live outside City limits, may get a membership at half price: $ 5 a month, $25 for 6 months, or $45 for a year.
Visit the Library at 201 S. College Ave. and bring photo identification and acceptable proof of your current street address (driver's license, state ID, military ID, a recent utility bill, lease agreement, etc.).
Children under 18 who do not yet have their own valid ID may use a parent's or legal guardian's ID.
Children under 18 will need a parent or guardian's ID and signature to obtain a card.
Fill out a registration form at the Circulation Desk to receive your card. You may also register for an e-card and stop by the Circulation Desk with proof of identification to receive a physical card.
Yes, Library cards are issued for three years for Tyler residents. At this time, you will need to bring photo identification and acceptable proof of your current street address (driver's license, state ID, military ID, a recent utility bill, lease agreement, etc.) to update your card.
Lost cards can be replaced at the Circulation Desk for a $1.