McMuffin Price: Egg McMuffin, Sausage McMuffin & With Egg (2026)
McDonald’s sells three McMuffins in the US: the Egg McMuffin, the Sausage McMuffin and the Sausage McMuffin with Egg. All three sit on a toasted English muffin with American cheese, and all are breakfast-only. This guide compares their prices, protein and calories, explains what makes the Egg McMuffin’s egg different, and shows the cheapest way to order one.
How Much Is a McMuffin at McDonald’s?
An Egg McMuffin typically costs $4.29, a Sausage McMuffin about $2.67 and a Sausage McMuffin with Egg about $6.59. The Sausage McMuffin is on McDonald’s Under $3 menu at participating restaurants, which makes it the cheapest McMuffin by a wide margin.
| McMuffin | Typical price | Meal price |
|---|---|---|
| Egg McMuffin | $4.29 | $8.19 |
| Sausage McMuffin | $2.67 | $4 deal |
| Sausage McMuffin with Egg | $6.59 | $8.99 |
*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.
Egg McMuffin vs Sausage McMuffin vs Sausage McMuffin with Egg
The three McMuffins differ in one or two fillings. The Egg McMuffin uses lean Canadian bacon and a freshly cracked egg; the Sausage McMuffin swaps both for a seasoned pork sausage patty; the Sausage McMuffin with Egg keeps the sausage and adds the egg back.
| Sandwich | Fillings | Calories | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egg McMuffin | Round egg, Canadian bacon, cheese | 310 | 17 g | 770 mg |
| Sausage McMuffin | Pork sausage patty, cheese | 400 | 14 g | 760 mg |
| Sausage McMuffin with Egg | Round egg, sausage patty, cheese | 480 | 20 g | 830 mg |
Lightest
Egg McMuffin: the fewest calories and the least saturated fat of the three (6 g).
Cheapest
Sausage McMuffin: under $3, but with the least protein (14 g) and no egg.
Most filling
Sausage McMuffin with Egg: the most protein (20 g) and calories (480).
What Makes the Egg McMuffin’s Egg Different?
The Egg McMuffin and the Sausage McMuffin with Egg get a freshly cracked Grade A egg cooked in a round ring on the grill. McDonald’s other egg sandwiches, such as biscuits, bagels and McGriddles, use a folded egg that is cooked in advance and reheated.
| Egg style | Used in | How it’s made |
|---|---|---|
| Round egg | Egg McMuffin, Sausage McMuffin with Egg | Cracked to order into a ring mold, steamed until set |
| Folded egg | Biscuits, bagels, McGriddles | Liquid eggs cooked flat, folded and reheated |
| Scrambled eggs | Big Breakfast, Sausage Burrito | Liquid eggs scrambled on the grill |
Many regulars ask for a round egg on other sandwiches; many restaurants will swap it in on request. Compare the folded-egg sandwiches in our biscuits guide and McGriddles guide.
McMuffin Nutrition Facts
An Egg McMuffin has 310 calories, 13 g of fat, 30 g of carbohydrates and 770 mg of sodium. Adding sausage raises the fat to 26 g (Sausage McMuffin) or 31 g (Sausage McMuffin with Egg), while carbohydrates stay at about 30 g because the English muffin is the same.
| Nutrient | Egg McMuffin | Sausage McMuffin | Sausage McMuffin w/ Egg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 310 | 400 | 480 |
| Total fat | 13 g | 26 g | 31 g |
| Saturated fat | 6 g | 10 g | 12 g |
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 55 mg | 280 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 30 g | 29 g | 30 g |
| Sugars | 3 g | 2 g | 2 g |
| Protein | 17 g | 14 g | 20 g |
| Sodium | 770 mg | 760 mg | 830 mg |
McDonald’s USA nutrition data. Allergens: all three contain wheat, milk and soy; the two with egg also contain egg.
Which McMuffin Is the Best Value?
The Sausage McMuffin gives the most protein per dollar, about 5.2 g per $1 at typical prices, because it sits on the Under $3 menu. The Egg McMuffin delivers about 4.0 g per $1, and the Sausage McMuffin with Egg about 3.0 g.
- Two Sausage McMuffins cost less than one Sausage McMuffin with Egg at typical prices and carry more protein (28 g vs 20 g).
- Add an egg to a Sausage McMuffin if your restaurant charges less for the add-on than the price gap.
- App offers regularly discount McMuffins; check the Deals tab before ordering.
The $4 Breakfast Meal Deal
McDonald’s $4 Breakfast Meal Deal includes a Sausage McMuffin or Sausage Biscuit, Hash Browns and a small McCafé Premium Roast Coffee at participating restaurants. Bought separately at typical prices, the same three items cost about $7.75, so the deal saves roughly $3.75.
| Item | Bought separately |
|---|---|
| Sausage McMuffin | $2.67 |
| Hash Browns | $2.69 |
| Small Premium Roast Coffee | $2.39 |
| Total | $7.75 |
| $4 Breakfast Meal Deal | $4.00 |
The deal joined McDonald’s McValue menu on April 21, 2026. See every current offer in our value menu guide.
McMuffin Meals
A McMuffin meal adds Hash Browns and a small coffee or a medium soft drink.
| Meal | Typical price | Food calories |
|---|---|---|
| Egg McMuffin Meal | $8.19 | 450 |
| Sausage McMuffin with Egg Meal | $8.99 | 620 |
| $4 Breakfast Meal Deal (Sausage McMuffin) | $4.00 | 540 |
Food calories add the sandwich and Hash Browns (140) and exclude the drink. More about the side in our Hash Browns guide.
Is the Spicy McMuffin Still Available?
No. The Spicy McMuffin, Spicy Sausage McMuffin and Spicy Sausage McMuffin with Egg were a limited-time trio that launched in July 2025, adding Spicy Pepper Sauce to the classic recipes. They aren’t on McDonald’s national breakfast menu in October 2026.
For heat at breakfast today, ask for Spicy Pepper Sauce on a McMuffin if your restaurant stocks it, or add hot sauce packets.
Egg McMuffin History
The Egg McMuffin created fast-food breakfast as we know it.
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 1971 | Santa Barbara franchisee Herb Peterson shows Ray Kroc his handheld take on Eggs Benedict |
| 1975 | The Egg McMuffin rolls out nationally |
| 2015 to 2020 | McMuffins are part of all-day breakfast until it’s paused in March 2020 |
| 2025 | The Egg McMuffin’s 50th year brings $1 app offers and the Spicy McMuffin |
| 2026 | The Sausage McMuffin joins the Under $3 menu and the $4 Breakfast Meal Deal |
McMuffin FAQ
How much is an Egg McMuffin at McDonald's?
About $4.29 at typical restaurants, or $8.19 as a meal with Hash Browns and a drink.
Is the Sausage McMuffin under $3?
Yes, at restaurants that offer McDonald's Under $3 menu. Elsewhere it usually costs a little more.
Can I get a McMuffin after breakfast?
Usually not. McMuffins stop when the menu switches, around 10:30 or 11 a.m., though a few restaurants sell them later.
What cheese is on a McMuffin?
A slice of pasteurized process American cheese.
Is the Canadian bacon on an Egg McMuffin pork?
Yes. Canadian bacon is cured pork loin, leaner than regular bacon.
How We Checked This Post
- Nutrition, ingredients and allergens: McDonald’s USA product data for each McMuffin
- Deals: McDonald’s USA McValue announcement of April 2, 2026
- History: McDonald’s statements on the Egg McMuffin’s 50th year and national news coverage
- 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. Egg McMuffin, McMuffin, McValue and related names are trademarks of McDonald’s. If you have a food allergy, confirm ingredients with your restaurant before ordering.
