What Is a Good Typing Speed?

Average Typing Speeds

The average typing speed is around 40 words per minute (WPM). For professionals, 60–80 WPM is a good goal.

What's Considered Fast?

If you're hitting 100+ WPM, you're among the fastest typists online. Gamers and coders often exceed 120 WPM.

How to Get There

• Practice with our Typing Test
• Use proper finger positioning
• Don't look at the keyboard—learn to trust muscle memory

Set Your Goal

Try to increase your WPM by 5 every week. Small progress adds up fast!