Reading Time for 850 Pages

How long does it take to read 850 pages across different reading styles and education levels?

Answer: the average reader takes about 14 Hours 52 Minutes 51 Seconds to read 850 pages (about 57 pages per hour).

Reading times by style

You might take between 21 Hours 12 Minutes 27 Seconds and 9 Hours 26 Minutes 40 Seconds to read 850 pages, depending on your reading style and content type. The slowest speeds are typically seen with reading aloud, while fast reading can be considerably faster but with reduced comprehension.

Technical Reading

17 Hours 6 Minutes 34 Seconds

Reading technical or complex material

Speed: 42-57 pages/hour

Non-Fiction Silent Reading

14 Hours 52 Minutes 51 Seconds

Average adult reading non-fiction silently

Speed: 42-72 pages/hour

Fiction Silent Reading

13 Hours 37 Minutes 18 Seconds

Average adult reading fiction silently

Speed: 48-77 pages/hour

Reading Aloud

21 Hours 12 Minutes 27 Seconds

Typical speed when reading out loud

Speed: 36-44 pages/hour

Fast Reading

9 Hours 26 Minutes 40 Seconds

Skimming text to pick up main ideas, with reduced comprehension

Speed: 72-108 pages/hour

Reading times by education level

Reading speeds vary significantly with education level. First graders typically read around 13 pages per hour, while college graduates can read up to 84 pages per hour. Your reading time will decrease substantially as you advance through education levels.

1st Grade

1 Day 19 Hours 11 Minutes 28 Seconds

Age: 6-7

Speed: 13-27 pages/hour

2nd Grade

1 Day 5 Hours 45 Minutes 43 Seconds

Age: 7-8

Speed: 21-36 pages/hour

3rd Grade

1 Day 2 Hours 14 Minutes 4 Seconds

Age: 8-9

Speed: 26-39 pages/hour

4th Grade

23 Hours 18 Minutes 2 Seconds

Age: 9-10

Speed: 30-43 pages/hour

5th Grade

21 Hours 12 Minutes 27 Seconds

Age: 10-11

Speed: 33-47 pages/hour

6th-8th Grade

20 Hours 34 Seconds

Age: 11-14

Speed: 36-49 pages/hour

High School

14 Hours 10 Minutes

Age: 14-18

Speed: 48-72 pages/hour

College

10 Hours 53 Minutes 51 Seconds

Age: 18-23

Speed: 72-84 pages/hour

Adult

12 Hours 25 Minutes 37 Seconds

Age: 23+

Speed: 53-84 pages/hour

Reading 850 pages requires different time commitments depending on various factors. For the average reader, who typically reads at a speed of 238 words per minute, it would take approximately 14 Hours 52 Minutes 51 Seconds to complete these pages. This calculation assumes an average of 250 words per page, making the total word count approximately 212,500 words.

Your reading time can vary significantly based on both reading style and education level. When considering different reading styles (Technical Reading, Non-Fiction Silent Reading, Fiction Silent Reading, Reading Aloud, Fast Reading), the time commitment ranges from 9 Hours 26 Minutes 40 Seconds for fast reading to 21 Hours 12 Minutes 27 Seconds for reading aloud. This variance accounts for different reading approaches, from casual reading to intensive study, with each style offering different levels of comprehension and retention.

Educational background plays a crucial role in reading speed. Across different education levels (1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th-8th Grade, High School, College, Adult), reading speeds can vary by several hundred words per minute. This means that while some readers might complete 850 pages in just a few sittings, others might prefer to spread their reading over several weeks to fully absorb and comprehend the material.

For optimal comprehension of 850 pages, readers should consider their personal reading style and comfort level. The content can be approached at various paces: Technical Reading readers typically complete 50 pages per hour, Non-Fiction Silent Reading readers typically complete 57 pages per hour, Fiction Silent Reading readers typically complete 62 pages per hour, Reading Aloud readers typically complete 40 pages per hour, Fast Reading readers typically complete 90 pages per hour.This flexibility allows readers to engage with the material at a pace that best suits their needs and goals.

What Affects Reading Speed?

  • Content type (novels: ~250 words/page, academic: ~300 words/page)
  • Text density and layout
  • Reading method (silent vs. reading aloud)
  • Reader's age and education level
  • Familiarity with the subject matter

Reading Speed Tips

  • Practice regular reading exercises
  • Use a pointer or finger to guide your reading
  • Focus on paragraphs rather than individual words
  • Read in a well-lit environment
  • Take breaks every 50-100 pages

Note: These calculations are based on research by Brysbaert (2019). Actual reading times may vary based on individual factors and content complexity. For technical or academic content, expect reading times to be 30-50% longer.

Brysbaert, Marc. (2019). How many words do we read per minute? A review and meta-analysis of reading rate. 10.31234/osf.io/xynwg.