Quick answer
105 WPM is expert speed, faster than 99.6% of typists. Very few people reach this level.
105 WPM is at the expert level and faster than 99.6% of the 168,000 typists measured in the largest typing study. Take the test above to see your own percentile and a full diagnosis.
What 105 WPM means in practice
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Level | Expert |
| Faster than | 99.6% of typists |
| Characters per minute | 525 |
| Keystrokes per hour | 31,500 |
| Words per hour | 6,300 |
| Time to type a 500-word essay | 4.8 minutes |
| Time to type a 2,000-word report | 19 minutes |
Is 105 WPM good?
105 WPM is expert speed, faster than 99.6% of typists. Very few people reach this level.
Jobs where 105 WPM meets typical requirements
Data EntryProgrammersMedical TranscriptionLegal SecretariesTranscriptionistsCourt ReportersVirtual AssistantsCustomer ServiceCall Center AgentsAdministrative AssistantsReceptionistsExecutive AssistantsJournalistsWriters & Bloggers
How to get from 105 to 115 WPM
- Push consistency above 80% on your results.
- Practice hard words and code for awkward reaches.
- Alternate 15-second sprints with long tests.
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Frequently asked questions
Is 105 WPM good?
105 WPM is expert and faster than 99.6% of typists. It meets the 40 WPM requirement used for federal clerk-typist jobs.
How many words per hour is 105 WPM?
105 WPM is 6,300 words per hour, or about 31,500 keystrokes per hour.
How long does it take to go from 105 to 115 WPM?
Most people gain about 10 WPM in 3 to 6 weeks of focused daily practice. Training your slowest keys and letter pairs speeds this up.