See where your typing speed ranks among all typists worldwide.
Where each typing speed ranks among all typists, based on aggregated test results:
| Typing speed | Percentile | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 20 WPM | 7th | Beginner / hunt-and-peck |
| 40 WPM | 36th | Average adult |
| 60 WPM | 70th | Proficient — faster than most |
| 80 WPM | 90th | Fast — top 10% |
| 100 WPM | 97th | Advanced — top 3% |
| 120 WPM | 99th | Expert — top 1% |
| 140+ WPM | 99.5th | Elite / competitive |
Enter your WPM score in the input or drag the slider. The calculator instantly shows your percentile ranking among the global typing population, along with context about what your speed means in practice.
The percentile distribution is derived from aggregated data across millions of typing test results. The average adult typist reaches approximately 40 WPM; touch typists who have trained regularly typically score 60–80 WPM; professional typists and enthusiasts commonly reach 100+ WPM.
The most reliable way to improve WPM is consistent daily practice with proper technique. Focus on accuracy first — speed follows naturally once your muscle memory is clean. Try the 1-minute typing test as your daily benchmark. For context on what different WPM scores mean in practice, see what is a good typing speed. Once you've improved, check the leaderboard to compare against other typists.
80 WPM is around the 90th percentile — faster than roughly 90% of typists, putting you in the top 10%.
Above the 70th percentile (about 60 WPM) is considered proficient; the 90th percentile (about 80 WPM) is fast; and breaking the 99th percentile takes about 120 WPM. The average adult sits near the 36th percentile, around 40 WPM.