Word Count to Printed Book & Paper Pages
Convert word count to estimated pages for academic essays, trade paperbacks, and novels.
Page Yield Across Different Line Spacings
| Line Spacing | Words Per Page (wpp) | Estimated Pages | Standard Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Spaced (1.0) | 500 wpp | 2.0 pages | Business memos, single-sheet handouts |
| 1.5 Line Spacing | 350 wpp | 2.9 pages | Executive whitepapers, European theses |
| Double Spaced (2.0) | 250 wpp | 4.0 pages | Standard college essays (MLA, APA, Chicago) |
📚 The 250-Word Academic Standard
In academic writing (APA, MLA, Chicago), a standard page is universally defined as 250 words: 12-point Times New Roman font, 1-inch margins on all sides, and double line spacing. If a professor assigns a 10-page research paper, aim for exactly 2,500 words.
About this tool
How to use it
- Enter your manuscript word count in the input box.
- Select your target document format (Academic US Letter paper, Trade Paperback novel, or Hardcover).
- Choose your font family (Times New Roman, Arial, Garamond) and line spacing (Double, 1.5, or Single).
- Review your estimated printed page count, silent reading duration, and audiobook speech length.
Why it matters
Academic essay prompts and literary book publishers frequently assign length criteria by page count rather than raw words. Because fonts and line spacing drastically shift page yields (from 250 words/page double-spaced to 500 words/page single-spaced), calculating exact density ensures you fulfill academic rubrics and book spine specifications.
When to use it
Use this tool when outlining university term papers, NaNoWriMo novel drafts, thesis dissertations, or audiobook scripts.
Good to know
Follows standard MLA and APA academic guidelines: 250 words per page in 12pt Times New Roman double-spaced with 1-inch margins.
Common questions
How many pages is 1,000 words?
In standard double-spaced academic formatting (12pt Times New Roman, 1-inch margins), 1,000 words is exactly 4.0 pages. If single-spaced, 1,000 words is approximately 2.0 pages.
How many pages is an 80,000-word novel?
An 80,000-word manuscript printed as a standard 6" x 9" trade paperback in 11pt Garamond font yields approximately 290 to 320 printed book pages.
Why does font choice alter page count?
Proportional widths differ across typefaces. Sans-serif fonts like Arial and Calibri have wider letterforms than Times New Roman, fitting fewer words per line and producing 10% to 15% more pages.
Are my word counts saved online?
No. All calculations run strictly client-side in your local browser memory with zero remote tracking or storage.