The average typing speed for most adults is around 40 words per minute (WPM). This is considered a normal speed for everyday computer use, including emails, school work, and general office tasks.
A good typing speed usually falls between 40 and 60 WPM. Many employers consider 40 WPM acceptable, while more advanced jobs may expect 60 WPM or higher.
Professional typists, writers, and transcription workers often type between 65 and 90 WPM. Expert typists may exceed 100 WPM while maintaining high accuracy.
Typing fast is useful, but accuracy is equally important. A typist with high speed and many mistakes may be less productive than someone slightly slower but more accurate.
You can improve your typing by practicing daily, focusing on correct finger placement, and using timed typing tests regularly. Touch typing is one of the best ways to increase both speed and accuracy.
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