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Reading Time Calculator

Find estimated reading time from word count. Calculate time for books, articles or any text at different reading speeds.

Word Count

Reading Speed

Reading Time Formula

Time (min) = Word Count ÷ Reading Speed (WPM)

Average adult reading speed: 238 WPM (Brysbaert 2019). Standard book page: ~250 words.

Frequently Asked Questions

According to research, adult reading speeds are: slow reader 150 WPM, average adult 238 WPM (Brysbaert 2019 meta-analysis), fast reader 300 WPM, speed reader 400–600 WPM. For children: elementary 80–150 WPM, middle school 150–200 WPM. Oral reading typically occurs at 130–150 WPM.

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