Is 40 WPM good?
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40 WPM
Average typing speed · ≈ 200 characters per minute
What 40 WPM means
| Document | Time at 40 WPM |
|---|---|
| Email (150 words) | 3.8 min |
| One page (500 words) | 12.5 min |
| Essay (1,500 words) | 37.5 min |
| Report (5,000 words) | 125.0 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 40 WPM good?
40 WPM is average. The average adult types about 40 WPM; 40 WPM is the same as than average.
How many words is 40 WPM per hour?
About 2,400 words per hour at a sustained pace, or a 500-word page in about 12 minutes.
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