Pages to words
How many words is a 500-page book?
A 500-page book holds about 145,000 words at 6 x 9 in (11 pt), and between 88,000 and 318,000 words depending on trim size and type.
145,000words at 6 x 9 in
10 h 9 minto read
1.13 inspine (white)
Words in a 500-page book by trim size
| Trim | 10 pt | 11 pt | 12 pt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 x 8 in | 127,000 | 105,000 | 88,000 |
| 5.5 x 8.5 in | 155,000 | 127,000 | 110,000 |
| 6 x 9 in | 172,000 | 145,000 | 123,000 |
| 6.14 x 9.21 in | 185,000 | 154,000 | 130,000 |
| 7 x 10 in | 237,000 | 198,000 | 166,000 |
| 8.5 x 11 in | 318,000 | 271,000 | 230,000 |
Fiction with chapter openings and front/back matter; dense nonfiction holds about 10% more.
Which books are this long?
At 6 x 9 in, this is a typical length for epic fantasy, textbooks & academic.