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Word Count to Pages — Reference Table
All estimates use 12pt font with standard 1-inch margins.
| Word Count | Single Spaced | 1.5 Spaced | Double Spaced |
|---|---|---|---|
| 250 words | ½ page | ¾ pages | 1 pages |
| 500 words | 1 page | 1.5 pages | 2 pages |
| 1,000 words | 2 pages | 3 pages | 4 pages |
| 1,500 words | 3 pages | 4.5 pages | 6 pages |
| 2,000 words | 4 pages | 6 pages | 8 pages |
| 2,500 words | 5 pages | 7.5 pages | 10 pages |
| 5,000 words | 10 pages | 15 pages | 20 pages |
| 7,500 words | 15 pages | 22.5 pages | 30 pages |
| 10,000 words | 20 pages | 30 pages | 40 pages |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about converting word counts to page counts.
How many pages is 1,000 words?
1,000 words is approximately 4 pages when double-spaced at 12pt font, or 2 pages when single-spaced. These figures assume standard 1-inch margins and Times New Roman or Arial 12pt.
How many pages is 2,000 words?
2,000 words is approximately 8 pages double-spaced or 4 pages single-spaced at 12pt. A typical college essay of 2,000 words runs about 8 double-spaced pages.
How many pages is 500 words?
500 words is approximately 2 pages double-spaced or 1 page single-spaced at 12pt font with standard margins.
How many pages is 5,000 words?
5,000 words is approximately 20 pages double-spaced or 10 pages single-spaced. This is equivalent to a medium-length research paper or a short chapter in a book.
Does font size affect page count?
Yes significantly. At 10pt font, you fit roughly 20–25% more words per page compared to 12pt. At 14pt, you fit fewer words. 12pt is the academic standard for most essays and reports.
How many words are on a standard double-spaced page?
A standard double-spaced page at 12pt Times New Roman with 1-inch margins holds approximately 250–275 words. This calculator uses 250 words per page as the standard estimate.
How many pages is a 10,000 word essay?
10,000 words is approximately 40 pages double-spaced or 20 pages single-spaced. This length is typical for a graduate thesis chapter or a long academic research paper.
What is 1.5 line spacing in word count per page?
At 1.5 line spacing, a 12pt page holds approximately 333 words — midway between single-spaced (500 words) and double-spaced (250 words). This spacing is common in business reports and theses.