How the estimate works
The baseline every teacher and editor uses: about 500 words per single-spaced page and 250 words per double-spaced page, in 12pt Times New Roman with 1-inch margins. Wider fonts like Arial and Verdana fit fewer words, larger sizes fit fewer still, and this converter adjusts for all three settings.
Common assignments at a glance
| Word count | Single-spaced | Double-spaced |
|---|---|---|
| 250 words | 0.5 pages | 1 page |
| 500 words | 1 page | 2 pages |
| 750 words | 1.5 pages | 3 pages |
| 1,000 words | 2 pages | 4 pages |
| 1,500 words | 3 pages | 6 pages |
| 2,000 words | 4 pages | 8 pages |
| 2,500 words | 5 pages | 10 pages |
| 5,000 words | 10 pages | 20 pages |
FAQ
How many pages is 1,000 words?
About 2 pages single-spaced or 4 pages double-spaced in 12pt Times New Roman.
How many words is a 5-page paper?
Roughly 2,500 words single-spaced, or 1,250 words double-spaced.
Does the font really matter?
Yes, a little. Arial and Verdana are wider than Times New Roman, so the same words fill more pages - about 5-15% more depending on the font.
Is my word count stored anywhere?
No. The conversion runs in your browser; nothing is uploaded or saved.