What is a good typing speed?
The global average typing speed is roughly 52 words per minute. Touch typists usually land in the 60–80 WPM range, professional typists exceed 100 WPM, and the fastest competitive typists clear 150+ WPM. WPM here counts correct characters divided by five, the standard "word" length.
Score distribution
Hunt-and-peck typists sit around 25–35 WPM, average users 40–60, trained touch typists 70–90, and elite typists above 110. Your best run (at 80%+ accuracy) is saved in your browser only.
How to improve your WPM
- Learn proper touch-typing posture: fingers on the home row, eyes on the screen, not the keys.
- Prioritize accuracy first — errors cost more time than they save.
- Practice in short, frequent sessions rather than long, tiring ones.
FAQ
How is WPM calculated?
Correct characters ÷ 5 ÷ minutes elapsed. The timer starts on your first keystroke.
Does accuracy affect my best score?
Yes — a run must be at least 80% accurate to count toward your personal best.