How long does it take to read 10,000 words?
At an average reading speed of 238 words per minute, reading 10,000 words takes about 42m. Your exact time depends on how fast you read - here is the range:
Slow
150 WPM
1h 07m
Average
238 WPM
42m
Fast
400 WPM
25m
Speed reader
600 WPM
17m
Calculate your own
238 WPM
Estimated reading time
42m
Read it in half the time
Most readers can double their speed. Find your current WPM with the free 60-second test.
Take the free test →