Is 20 WPM good?
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20 WPM
Beginner typing speed · ≈ 100 characters per minute
What 20 WPM means
| Document | Time at 20 WPM |
|---|---|
| Email (150 words) | 7.5 min |
| One page (500 words) | 25.0 min |
| Essay (1,500 words) | 75.0 min |
| Report (5,000 words) | 250.0 min |
Most data-entry and admin jobs ask for 40–60 WPM; Transcription and court-reporting work usually expects 70–80+ WPM (stenographers 200+ using special keyboards).
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FAQ
Is 20 WPM good?
20 WPM is beginner. The average adult types about 40 WPM; 20 WPM is slower than average.
How many words is 20 WPM per hour?
About 1,200 words per hour at a sustained pace, or a 500-word page in about 25 minutes.
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