Pages to Words Converter
See how many words fit on a page — and how many pages your word count fills.
Convert words ⇄ pages
Need a precise page count for a particular font, size, spacing and margin? Use the essay page count calculator, which lays out the lines the way a word processor does.
Words per page reference table
| Format | Words per page (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Double-spaced, 12pt Times New Roman | ~250 words |
| Single-spaced, 12pt Times New Roman | ~500 words |
| Single-spaced, 11pt Calibri | ~550 words |
| Printed book page (typical) | ~250–300 words |
Common conversions
- 1 page (double-spaced) = ~250 words
- 5 pages (double-spaced) = ~1,250 words
- 10 pages (double-spaced) = ~2,500 words
- 20 pages (double-spaced) = ~5,000 words
- 50 pages (double-spaced) = ~12,500 words
Frequently asked questions
A single double-spaced page in 12pt Times New Roman with standard 1-inch margins holds approximately 250–275 words. Wider fonts such as Arial fit fewer words per page; narrower fonts such as Calibri fit more.