Words to Pages (Double Spaced)
Double-spaced, 12pt Times New Roman is the default academic format — and the conversion students look up constantly: about 250 words per page. So 500 words ≈ 2 pages, 1,000 ≈ 4, 2,000 ≈ 8.
The calculator above defaults to exactly this format; change font, size, or spacing if your instructor's rules differ.
Quick reference — 12pt Times New Roman
| Words | Double-spaced | Single-spaced |
|---|---|---|
| 250 | 1 page | ½ page |
| 500 | 2 pages | 1 page |
| 750 | 3 pages | 1½ pages |
| 1,000 | 4 pages | 2 pages |
| 1,500 | 6 pages | 3 pages |
| 2,000 | 8 pages | 4 pages |
| 2,500 | 10 pages | 5 pages |
Common double-spaced conversions
300 words ≈ 1.2 pages · 500 ≈ 2 · 750 ≈ 3 · 1,000 ≈ 4 · 1,250 ≈ 5 · 1,500 ≈ 6 · 2,000 ≈ 8 · 2,500 ≈ 10 · 5,000 ≈ 20. These assume standard 1-inch margins — narrow margins fit a few percent more per page.
Why "double spaced" exists
Double spacing leaves room for instructor comments and makes proofreading errors visible. It also doubles your page count — which is why minimum page requirements and minimum word counts aren't interchangeable. Check which one your assignment specifies before you start writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages is 2,000 words double spaced?
About 8 pages in 12pt Times New Roman with standard margins, at roughly 250 words per page.
How many words is 5 pages double spaced?
About 1,250 words at the standard 250-words-per-page rate. Aim for ~1,350 if you want to be safely over the minimum.
Is APA or MLA double spaced?
Both — APA 7 and current MLA style call for double-spaced text throughout, 12pt Times New Roman (or an approved equivalent), 1-inch margins. Your title page and references also count as pages.
Do headings and titles take page space?
Yes — a title line, name/block, and headings can consume 50–100 words' worth of space per page. If you're writing to an exact page count, budget for them; if to a word count, ignore them.