Detailed Answer
Yes, 60 WPM is considered fast and above average. Only about 20–30% of typists reach 60+ WPM without formal training. At this speed, you type 1 word per second. A 500-word email takes ~8 minutes (versus 12.5 min at 40 WPM). Many office jobs consider 60 WPM as 'proficient'. Transcription and data entry often require 60–75 WPM. However, 60 WPM with 95%+ accuracy is more valuable than 70 WPM with 90% accuracy. To go beyond 60 WPM, you need consistent touch-typing, proper ergonomics, and practice with punctuation/numbers.