How Many Words Should a Resume Be?
One page: 300–450 words · Two pages: 600–900 words
Keep resumes concise and results-focused. For entry-level candidates, one page (about 300–450 words) is ideal. For mid-career and senior roles, two pages (about 600–900 words) is standard when you have relevant impact to show.
Guidelines by career stage
- Entry-level: 300–450 words (one page)
- Mid-career: 450–700 words (one to two pages)
- Senior/Executive: 700–1,000+ words (two pages)
Bullet point tips
- Lead with action verbs and hard metrics.
- Cut filler and responsibilities; keep achievements.
- Tailor phrasing to the job description keywords.