How long does a 1000-word blog post take to read?

A 1000-word blog post takes about 4–5 minutes to read at average speed. At slower reading speed, it may take up to 6 minutes.

Should every blog post show a reading time?

It is not required, but many readers appreciate knowing how long a post will take. Posts over 1000 words benefit most from showing a reading time estimate.

Does formatting affect reading time?

Formatting can help readers move faster (subheadings, bullet points) or slower (complex tables, technical detail). The estimate is based on word count alone.

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