What Is the Average Typing Speed?
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A commonly cited average typing speed is around 40 words per minute (WPM). Professional typists often reach 70 WPM or more.
Typing speed ranges
Below 30 WPM: beginner. 30–50 WPM: average. 50–70 WPM: above average. 70+ WPM: fast.
How WPM is measured
Typing tests usually treat every five characters, including spaces, as one word. Many tests subtract errors to give net WPM.
Frequently asked questions
Is 50 WPM good?
Yes, it is above the common average.