Quarter Pounder Price, Calories & Versions: QPC, Double, Deluxe and Bacon
The Quarter Pounder with Cheese is McDonald’s fresh-beef burger: a quarter-pound patty cooked when you order, with two slices of American cheese, slivered onions, pickles, ketchup and mustard on a sesame seed bun. McDonald’s USA sells four versions. This guide compares their prices, meal prices, calories and protein, and shows which one gives you the most burger for your money.
How Much Is a Quarter Pounder at McDonald’s?
A Quarter Pounder with Cheese typically costs $5.99 to $6.39. A Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese runs about $6.99, the Deluxe about $7.49 and the Bacon Quarter Pounder about $8.99, at typical US prices.
| Burger | Typical price | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $5.99–$6.39 | 520 | 30 g |
| Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $6.99 | 740 | 48 g |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe | $7.49 | 630 | 30 g |
| Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $8.99 | 630 | 36 g |
*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.
Quarter Pounder Versions Explained
All four versions share the same quarter-pound fresh beef patty, seasoned with salt and pepper, and the same sesame seed bun. They differ in patty count and toppings.
| Version | Patties | Cheese slices | Toppings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese (QPC) | 1 | 2 | Slivered onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard |
| Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese | 2 | 2 | Same as QPC, with a second patty |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe | 1 | 2 | QPC toppings plus shredded lettuce, Roma tomato and mayonnaise |
| Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese | 1 | 2 | QPC toppings plus thick-cut Applewood smoked bacon |
There is no plain Quarter Pounder without cheese on the national menu, but you can ask for no cheese, which removes roughly 100 calories.
Quarter Pounder Meal Prices
A Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal, with medium fries and a medium drink, typically costs $10.69 to $11.29. The Double Quarter Pounder Meal runs $12.49 to $13.79 and the Deluxe Meal about $13.99.
| Meal | Typical price | Food calories (with medium fries) |
|---|---|---|
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal | $10.69–$11.29 | 840 |
| Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal | $12.49–$13.79 | 1,060 |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe Meal | $13.99 | 950 |
| Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal | Varies | 950 |
Calories add McDonald’s official values for the burger and a medium fries (320), before the drink. Meal prices are typical prices reported online in October 2026; reported Bacon meal prices were inconsistent, so we don’t list one.
Quarter Pounder with Cheese Calories and Nutrition Facts
A Quarter Pounder with Cheese has 520 calories, 30 g of protein, 26 g of fat (12 g saturated) and 1,140 mg of sodium. The Double adds a patty for 740 calories and 48 g of protein, while the Deluxe and Bacon versions both reach 630 calories.
| Burger | Calories | Protein | Fat | Sat. fat | Trans fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese | 520 | 30 g | 26 g | 12 g | 1.5 g | 42 g | 1,140 mg |
| Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese | 740 | 48 g | 42 g | 20 g | 2.5 g | 43 g | 1,360 mg |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe | 630 | 30 g | 37 g | 14 g | 1.5 g | 44 g | 1,210 mg |
| Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese | 630 | 36 g | 35 g | 15 g | 1.5 g | 43 g | 1,470 mg |
Saturated fat, % Daily Value
What stands out
- The Double QPC alone meets the full 20 g daily value for saturated fat.
- The Bacon version has the most sodium: 1,470 mg, about 64% of the daily limit.
- The Deluxe’s extra 110 calories come mostly from mayonnaise.
McDonald’s USA nutrition data. Daily values based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Is the Quarter Pounder Made With Fresh Beef?
Yes. At most McDonald’s restaurants in the contiguous US, Quarter Pounder patties are fresh, not frozen, and cooked on a flat iron grill when you order. McDonald’s other burgers, such as the Big Mac and McDouble, use frozen patties.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Patty weight | 4 oz (a quarter pound) before cooking |
| Beef | 100% USDA-inspected beef, no fillers or extenders |
| Seasoning | Salt and black pepper on the grill |
| Where it’s fresh | Most restaurants in the contiguous US; not Alaska, Hawaii or US territories |
| Since | McDonald’s completed the switch to fresh beef Quarter Pounders in 2018 |
Cooking to order means a Quarter Pounder can take a minute or two longer than other burgers, especially at the drive-thru.
Which Quarter Pounder Is the Best Value?
The Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese is the best value at typical prices: about 6.9 g of protein per dollar, against 4.8 g for a regular QPC. It costs only about $0.80 more for an extra 18 g of protein.
| Burger | Typical price | Protein | Protein per $1 | Calories per $1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $6.99 | 48 g | 6.9 g | 106 |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $5.99–$6.39 | 30 g | 4.8 g | 84 |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe | $7.49 | 30 g | 4.0 g | 84 |
| Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $8.99 | 36 g | 4.0 g | 70 |
Uses the midpoint of typical reported prices. The Bacon version is the weakest value because bacon adds price faster than protein.
Quarter Pounder vs Big Mac vs McDouble
Three of McDonald’s best-selling burgers compared side by side.
| Quarter Pounder w/ Cheese | Big Mac | McDouble | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beef | 4 oz fresh, 1 patty | 2 frozen patties | 2 frozen patties |
| Calories | 520 | 580 | 390 |
| Protein | 30 g | 25 g | 22 g |
| Sodium | 1,140 mg | 1,060 mg | 920 mg |
| Typical price | $5.99–$6.39 | $6.72 | $4.59 |
The QPC has more beef and protein than a Big Mac with fewer calories. Compare prices in our Big Mac price guide, McDouble guide and the full McDonald’s burger menu.
Quarter Pounder History
Key moments for one of McDonald’s longest-running burgers.
| Year | What happened |
|---|---|
| 1971 | Franchisee Al Bernardin creates the Quarter Pounder in Fremont, California |
| 1973 | The Quarter Pounder rolls out nationally |
| 2018 | McDonald’s switches Quarter Pounders to fresh beef cooked to order |
| October 2024 | An E. coli outbreak linked to slivered onions leads McDonald’s to pull the burger temporarily in several states; it returns within weeks after McDonald’s stops using onions from the supplier facility involved |
Quarter Pounder FAQ
How much is a Double Quarter Pounder?
A Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese typically costs about $6.99, and the meal $12.49 to $13.79.
How many calories are in a Quarter Pounder with Cheese meal?
About 840 calories for the burger and medium fries, plus about 200 for a medium Coca-Cola.
How many slices of cheese are on a Quarter Pounder?
Two slices of American cheese on every Quarter Pounder with Cheese, including the Double.
Is the Quarter Pounder bigger than a Big Mac?
It has more beef: one 4 oz patty versus two smaller patties in a Big Mac. The Big Mac is taller and has more calories because of its extra bun and sauce.
Is the Quarter Pounder available all day?
Yes, after breakfast ends and through late-night hours at restaurants that stay open.
How We Checked This Post
- Official menu: McDonald’s USA burger menu and product data for each Quarter Pounder
- History: McDonald’s corporate history and news coverage of the 2018 fresh-beef switch and the 2024 onion recall
- 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. Quarter Pounder, QPC, Big Mac, McDouble and related names are trademarks of McDonald’s. If you have a food allergy, confirm ingredients with your restaurant before ordering.
