Is 70 WPM good?
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70 WPM
Fast typing speed · ≈ 350 characters per minute
What 70 WPM means
| Document | Time at 70 WPM |
|---|---|
| Email (150 words) | 2.1 min |
| One page (500 words) | 7.1 min |
| Essay (1,500 words) | 21.4 min |
| Report (5,000 words) | 71.4 min |
You meet the typical 40–60 WPM requirement for admin and data-entry roles. Transcription and court-reporting work usually expects 70–80+ WPM (stenographers 200+ using special keyboards).
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FAQ
Is 70 WPM good?
70 WPM is fast. The average adult types about 40 WPM; 70 WPM is faster than average.
How many words is 70 WPM per hour?
About 4,200 words per hour at a sustained pace, or a 500-word page in about 7 minutes.
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