How CPM, WPM, and KPH Convert Together
Different regions and industries report typing speed in different units. European administrative exams often report CPM (Characters Per Minute), accounting tests report KPH (Keystrokes Per Hour), and North American assessments report WPM (Words Per Minute):
WPM = CPM ÷ 5CPM = WPM × 5KPH = CPM × 60 = WPM × 300
Quick Conversion Table
| CPM (Chars/Min) | WPM (Words/Min) | KPH (Keystrokes/Hour) |
|---|---|---|
| 150 CPM | 30 WPM | 9,000 KPH |
| 200 CPM | 40 WPM | 12,000 KPH |
| 250 CPM | 50 WPM | 15,000 KPH |
| 300 CPM | 60 WPM | 18,000 KPH |
| 350 CPM | 70 WPM | 21,000 KPH |
| 400 CPM | 80 WPM | 24,000 KPH |