McDonald’s Burger Menu with Prices, Calories & Protein (2026)
McDonald’s USA sells 10 burgers on its national menu, from the $4 Hamburger to the 740-calorie Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese. This page lists every one with its typical price, calories, protein and toppings, ranks them for value, and links to a full guide for each burger family.
McDonald’s Burger Menu Prices
McDonald’s burgers typically cost from about $3.89 for a Cheeseburger to about $8.99 for a Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese. The Big Mac runs about $6.72, the McDouble $4.59 and the Quarter Pounder with Cheese $5.99 to $6.39.
| Burger | Typical price | Calories | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamburger | $3.99 | 250 | 12 g | 510 mg |
| Cheeseburger | $3.89 | 300 | 15 g | 720 mg |
| McDouble | $4.59 | 390 | 22 g | 920 mg |
| Double Cheeseburger | $6.19 | 440 | 25 g | 1,120 mg |
| Daily Double | $4.39 | 490 | 22 g | 810 mg |
| Big Mac | $6.72 | 580 | 25 g | 1,060 mg |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $5.99–$6.39 | 520 | 30 g | 1,140 mg |
| Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $6.99 | 740 | 48 g | 1,360 mg |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe | $7.49 | 630 | 30 g | 1,210 mg |
| Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $8.99 | 630 | 36 g | 1,470 mg |
*Prices are set by each restaurant. Prices shown are typical US prices reported online in October 2026, not prices from your restaurant; your local price can be higher or lower. “—” means we don’t have a reliable price yet. Nutrition: McDonald’s USA official data.
Cheapest Burgers at McDonald’s
The cheapest McDonald’s burgers are the Cheeseburger and Hamburger, both under $4 at typical prices, followed by the Daily Double and McDouble. Reported prices sometimes list the Hamburger a few cents above the Cheeseburger, so check both in the app.
| Rank | Burger | Typical price | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cheeseburger | $3.89 | One patty, one slice of cheese |
| 2 | Hamburger | $3.99 | One patty, no cheese |
| 3 | Daily Double | $4.39 | Two patties, lettuce, tomato, mayo |
| 4 | McDouble | $4.59 | Two patties, one slice of cheese |
| 5 | Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $5.99–$6.39 | Fresh quarter-pound patty, two slices of cheese |
The cheapest full meal is the $6 McDouble Meal Deal, covered in our value menu guide.
What’s on Each McDonald’s Burger
Toppings explain most of the calorie and price differences between burgers that share the same patties.
| Burger | Patties | Cheese | Toppings and sauce | Bun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamburger | 1 | None | Ketchup, mustard, pickles, onions | Regular |
| Cheeseburger | 1 | 1 slice | Ketchup, mustard, pickles, onions | Regular |
| McDouble | 2 | 1 slice | Ketchup, mustard, pickles, onions | Regular |
| Double Cheeseburger | 2 | 2 slices | Ketchup, mustard, pickles, onions | Regular |
| Daily Double | 2 | 1 slice | Shredded lettuce, Roma tomato, mayo, onions | Regular |
| Big Mac | 2 | 1 slice | Big Mac Sauce, shredded lettuce, pickles, onions | Three-part sesame bun |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese | 1 (4 oz) | 2 slices | Ketchup, mustard, pickles, slivered onions | Sesame |
| Double Quarter Pounder | 2 (4 oz) | 2 slices | Same as QPC | Sesame |
| QPC Deluxe | 1 (4 oz) | 2 slices | QPC toppings plus lettuce, tomato, mayo | Sesame |
| Bacon QPC | 1 (4 oz) | 2 slices | QPC toppings plus thick-cut Applewood smoked bacon | Sesame |
From McDonald’s USA product listings. Quarter Pounder patties weigh 4 oz before cooking; the smaller patties are used on every other burger.
McDonald’s Burgers Ranked by Calories
McDonald’s burgers range from 250 calories in a Hamburger to 740 in a Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese. The Big Mac sits in the middle at 580, and the McDouble is the lightest double-patty burger at 390.
| Burger (lowest first) | Calories | Fat | Protein per 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Hamburger | 250 | 9 g | 4.8 g |
| 2. Cheeseburger | 300 | 13 g | 5.0 g |
| 3. McDouble | 390 | 20 g | 5.6 g |
| 4. Double Cheeseburger | 440 | 24 g | 5.7 g |
| 5. Daily Double | 490 | 31 g | 4.5 g |
| 6. Quarter Pounder with Cheese | 520 | 26 g | 5.8 g |
| 7. Big Mac | 580 | 34 g | 4.3 g |
| 8. Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe | 630 | 37 g | 4.8 g |
| 9. Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese | 630 | 35 g | 5.7 g |
| 10. Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese | 740 | 42 g | 6.5 g |
McDonald’s USA nutrition data. The Double Quarter Pounder and McDouble give the most protein per calorie; the Daily Double and Big Mac give the least, because of mayo and Big Mac Sauce.
Which McDonald’s Burger Gives the Most Protein per Dollar?
At typical prices, the Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese gives the most protein per dollar, about 6.9 g, followed by the McDouble at 4.8 g. The Big Mac, at about 3.7 g, is one of the weakest values for protein.
| Burger (best first) | Typical price | Protein | Protein per $1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $6.99 | 48 g | 6.9 g |
| Daily Double | $4.39 | 22 g | 5.0 g |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $5.99–$6.39 | 30 g | 4.8 g |
| McDouble | $4.59 | 22 g | 4.8 g |
| Double Cheeseburger | $6.19 | 25 g | 4.0 g |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe | $7.49 | 30 g | 4.0 g |
Midpoint of typical reported prices, October 2026. Top six shown.
McDouble vs Double Cheeseburger vs Daily Double
All three have two beef patties on a regular bun. The McDouble has one slice of cheese, the Double Cheeseburger has two, and the Daily Double swaps ketchup, mustard and pickles for lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise.
| McDouble | Double Cheeseburger | Daily Double | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheese slices | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Calories | 390 | 440 | 490 |
| Protein | 22 g | 25 g | 22 g |
| Sodium | 920 mg | 1,120 mg | 810 mg |
| Typical price | $4.59 | $6.19 | $4.39 |
For price, the McDouble wins; the Double Cheeseburger costs more for one extra slice of cheese. Full details are in our McDouble guide.
Which McDonald’s Burgers Use Fresh Beef?
Only the Quarter Pounder family uses fresh beef cooked when you order, at most restaurants in the contiguous US. The Hamburger, Cheeseburger, McDouble, Double Cheeseburger, Daily Double and Big Mac use frozen 100% beef patties.
| Beef type | Burgers | How it’s cooked |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh, 4 oz before cooking | Quarter Pounder with Cheese, Double, Deluxe, Bacon | Grilled to order with salt and pepper |
| Frozen, smaller patty | Hamburger, Cheeseburger, McDouble, Double Cheeseburger, Daily Double, Big Mac | Grilled from frozen, seasoned on the grill |
Every McDonald’s patty is 100% beef with no fillers or extenders, according to McDonald’s. See why the fresh patty matters in our Quarter Pounder guide.
Burger Meals and Deals
A burger meal adds medium fries and a medium drink; meal deals cut the price further.
| Meal or deal | Typical price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| McDouble Meal Deal | $6 | McDouble, 4 McNuggets, small fries, small drink |
| Big Mac Meal | $9.29–$11.79 | Big Mac, medium fries, medium drink |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal | $10.69–$11.29 | QPC, medium fries, medium drink |
| Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal | $12.49–$13.79 | Double QPC, medium fries, medium drink |
| Classic Big Mac Pack | About $22.39 | 2 Big Macs, 2 Cheeseburgers, 2 medium fries |
Seasonal burgers come and go; the McRib is the best-known pork sandwich that returns for a few weeks most falls. Check its status on our McRib page, and see sharing packs in our family bundles guide.
McDonald’s Burger Allergens
Every McDonald’s burger contains wheat. Cheese adds milk and soy; sesame comes from the Big Mac and Quarter Pounder buns.
| Burger | Contains |
|---|---|
| Hamburger | Wheat |
| Cheeseburger, McDouble, Double Cheeseburger | Wheat, Milk, Soy |
| Daily Double | Wheat, Milk, Soy, Egg |
| Big Mac | Wheat, Sesame, Egg, Soy, Milk |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese, Double, Bacon | Wheat, Sesame, Milk, Soy |
| QPC Deluxe | Wheat, Sesame, Milk, Soy, Egg |
McDonald’s USA allergen data. Ask for no cheese to remove milk and soy from most burgers.
McDonald’s Burger Menu FAQ
How much is a burger at McDonald's?
A Hamburger or Cheeseburger typically costs under $4; a Big Mac about $6.72; and a Quarter Pounder with Cheese $5.99 to $6.39.
What is the biggest burger at McDonald's?
The Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese, with two 4 oz patties, 740 calories and 48 g of protein.
What is the healthiest burger at McDonald's?
The Hamburger, at 250 calories and 510 mg of sodium. For more protein per calorie, the McDouble is a strong pick.
Are McDonald's burgers available at breakfast?
Usually not. Burgers are served after breakfast ends, around 10:30 or 11 a.m., and through late night.
Does McDonald's still have the McRib?
Not on the permanent menu. It returns for limited runs at participating restaurants, usually in the fall.
How We Checked This Page
- Menu and nutrition: McDonald’s USA burger menu and product data for all 10 burgers
- Prices: typical US prices reported online in October 2026; your restaurant sets its own price
Menu Facts USA is an independent guide. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by McDonald’s Corporation. Big Mac, Quarter Pounder, McDouble, McRib and related names are trademarks of McDonald’s. If you have a food allergy, confirm ingredients with your restaurant before ordering.
