WordCountDesk
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For 1,000 words · 12pt Arial · single-spaced
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Quick reference — 12pt Arial, double-spaced
Word countApprox. pages
250 words≈ 1 page
500 words≈ 1.8 pages
750 words≈ 2.7 pages
1,000 words≈ 3.7 pages
1,500 words≈ 5.5 pages
2,000 words≈ 7.3 pages
2,500 words≈ 9.1 pages
3,000 words≈ 11 pages
5,000 words≈ 18.3 pages
10,000 words≈ 36.5 pages
50,000 words≈ 183 pages

How Many Words Per Page?

The number of words on a page depends on several factors: the font, its size, line spacing, margins, paragraph length, and whether the page contains images, headings or lists. That's why the common "250 words per page" (double-spaced) or "500 words per page" (single-spaced) rule is only a rough average.

This calculator takes those factors into account to give you a much more accurate estimate.

What affects words per page

Common academic standards

Common publishing standards

How to use this calculator

  1. Choose your direction: Words → Pages or Pages → Words.
  2. Enter the number you know (word count or page count).
  3. Select font, size and line spacing to match your document.
  4. Read the estimated result at the top of the page — it updates live.

Accuracy and limitations

Our model is based on average character widths per font at 100% zoom with 1-inch margins. It gives a good estimate for text-heavy documents, but if your page includes images, tables, formulas or unusual formatting, actual page counts can differ substantially. Treat the output as a planning estimate, not a precise measurement.

For a truly exact count, open your document in Word or Google Docs and check the page number at the bottom.

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