What is a good WPM score?
The average adult types 38–45 WPM. 60+ WPM is comfortable for office work; 80+ WPM is professional level.
There is no single "good" WPM — it depends on what you need typing for. Here is a practical breakdown:
| WPM | Context |
|---|---|
| 10–30 | Beginner or hunt-and-peck typist |
| 31–45 | Average casual computer user |
| 46–60 | Comfortable for general office work |
| 61–80 | Proficient — above average, good for most jobs |
| 81–100 | Professional level — fast and accurate |
| 100+ | Expert — top 5% of typists |
For context: most administrative assistant roles require 50–70 WPM. Legal secretaries are often expected to reach 80–90 WPM. Medical transcriptionists typically need 80–100+ WPM.
The world record for sustained English typing on a standard keyboard is approximately 212 WPM. For most people, 80 WPM with 98%+ accuracy is the point at which typing ceases to be a bottleneck in their work.
Your current speed matters less than your improvement trajectory. Consistent daily practice produces measurable gains within weeks — see how to improve your typing speed.
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