How many words is 1 page?
1 page is about 598 words single-spaced and 351 words double-spaced, in 12 point type on a US Letter page with 1 inch margins. The common rule of thumb of 500 words a single-spaced page and 250 a double-spaced page gives 500 and 250 words.
1 page: words by font size and spacing
| Font size | Single-spaced | Double-spaced |
|---|---|---|
| 11 pt | 722 words | 410 words |
| 12 pt | 598 words | 351 words |
| Rule of thumb (500 / 250 words a page) | 500 words | 250 words |
US Letter page, 1 inch margins, single spacing 1.15 (Word's default) and double spacing 2.0. A planning estimate: real pages vary with the font, headings and paragraph breaks.
Writing a book instead?
A book page is not a Letter page. For a manuscript of 30,000 words or more, see how many pages a book is by trim size, set your own size and font in the word count to page count calculator, and price the printing in the book printing cost calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How many words is 1 page?
1 page is about 598 words single-spaced and 351 words double-spaced, in 12 point type on a US Letter page with 1 inch margins. The common rule of thumb of 500 words a single-spaced page and 250 a double-spaced page gives 500 and 250 words.
How many words fit on a page?
On a US Letter page with 1 inch margins and 12 point type, about 598 words single-spaced and 351 double-spaced. The round rule of thumb is 500 and 250.
Which figure should I use for an assignment?
If there is a minimum, use the lower figure (the rule of thumb) so you do not fall short. If there is a maximum, use the higher one. Check the assignment's own rules first.
Is this the page count of a printed book?
No. A book page is smaller, has different margins and front matter, and is printed in multiples of 4. For a book, use the word count to page count calculator on our site.