Calories in McDONALD'S, Hamburger
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McDONALD'S, Hamburger contains 264 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of 1 sandwich (95 g) provides about 251 kcal.
Roughly 46% of its calories come from carbohydrates, with 34% from fat and 20% from protein (estimated with general energy factors).
That is close to the median for fast foods on FoodFactly (263 kcal per 100 g).
100 g provides 48% of the Daily Value for selenium, 35% of the Daily Value for Vitamin B12 and 28% of the Daily Value for Niacin (B3).
The data comes from USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, where most core values were measured by laboratory analysis.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories C | 264 kcal | |
| Total fat M | 10.1 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat C | 3.5 g | 18% |
| Trans fat C | 0.43 g | |
| Cholesterol C | 27 mg | 9% |
| Sodium M | 494 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrates C | 30.3 g | 11% |
| Dietary fiber C | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Total sugars M | 6 g | |
| Protein M | 12.9 g | 26% |
| Vitamin C C | 0.6 mg | 0.7% |
| Thiamin (B1) C | 0.25 mg | 21% |
| Riboflavin (B2) C | 0.24 mg | 18% |
| Niacin (B3) C | 4.5 mg | 28% |
| Folate (B9) C | 64 µg | 16% |
| Vitamin B12 C | 0.83 µg | 35% |
| Calcium M | 127 mg | 10% |
| Iron M | 2.9 mg | 16% |
| Magnesium M | 21 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus M | 107 mg | 9% |
| Potassium M | 192 mg | 4% |
| Zinc M | 2 mg | 18% |
| Copper M | 0.096 mg | 11% |
| Manganese M | 0.32 mg | 14% |
| Selenium M | 26.2 µg | 48% |
% DV: percent of the FDA Daily Value for adults (reference amounts). Letters show how each value was obtained: M measured, C calculated, L label, Z assumed zero, I imputed. Vitamins and minerals not listed were not reported by the source.
Nutritional breakdown
- Protein 20%
- Carbohydrates 46%
- Fat 34%
Approximate share of calories, using general energy factors (4 kcal/g protein and carbohydrate, 9 kcal/g fat, 7 kcal/g alcohol).
Vitamins and minerals, % Daily Value per 100 g
Nutritional insights
- Protein12.9 gabove the median for fast foods (median 12.1 g)
- Fiber1.3 gbelow the median for fast foods (median 1.4 g)
- Sugars6 gin the top quarter of fast foods (median 3.4 g)
- Fat10.1 gbelow the median for fast foods (median 12.1 g)
- Saturated fat3.5 gbelow the median for fast foods (median 4 g)
- Sodium494 mgbelow the median for fast foods (median 566 mg)
- Protein per 100 kcal4.9 gprotein density, useful for comparing foods with different calorie levels
- Water44.5 gwater per 100 g, which largely explains differences between raw, cooked and dried forms
Full nutrient profile
Fats and cholesterol (2)
| Monounsaturated fat C | 3.8 g |
|---|---|
| Polyunsaturated fat C | 1.4 g |
Sugars and starch (6)
| Sucrose M | 0 g |
|---|---|
| Glucose M | 2.1 g |
| Fructose M | 3.3 g |
| Lactose M | 0 g |
| Maltose M | 0.63 g |
| Galactose M | 0 g |
Individual fatty acids (46)
| EPA (omega-3, 20:5 n-3) M | 0.002 g |
|---|---|
| DHA (omega-3, 22:6 n-3) M | 0 g |
| ALA (omega-3, 18:3 n-3) M | 0.13 g |
| Linoleic acid (omega-6, 18:2) ? | 1.2 g |
| SFA 4:0 M | 0 g |
| SFA 6:0 M | 0 g |
| SFA 8:0 M | 0 g |
| SFA 10:0 M | 0.01 g |
| SFA 12:0 M | 0.008 g |
| SFA 14:0 M | 0.22 g |
| SFA 16:0 M | 1.9 g |
| SFA 18:0 M | 1.2 g |
| SFA 20:0 M | 0.015 g |
| MUFA 18:1 ? | 3.3 g |
| PUFA 18:3 ? | 0.14 g |
| PUFA 20:4 M | 0.017 g |
| SFA 22:0 M | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 14:1 M | 0.066 g |
| MUFA 16:1 ? | 0.26 g |
| PUFA 18:4 M | 0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 M | 0.035 g |
| MUFA 22:1 ? | 0.006 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) M | 0.006 g |
| SFA 15:0 M | 0.038 g |
| SFA 17:0 M | 0.095 g |
| SFA 24:0 M | 0.005 g |
| TFA 16:1 t M | 0.027 g |
| TFA 18:1 t M | 0.35 g |
| TFA 22:1 t M | 0 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined M | 0.055 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs M | 0.044 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c M | 0.003 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c M | 0.004 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c M | 0.23 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c M | 3 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c M | 1.1 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c M | 0.006 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c M | 0.004 g |
| MUFA 17:1 M | 0.064 g |
| PUFA 20:3 ? | 0.013 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic C | 0.37 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic C | 0.055 g |
| MUFA 15:1 M | 0 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 M | 0.001 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 M | 0.011 g |
| PUFA 22:4 M | 0.007 g |
Other components (4)
| Water M | 44.5 g |
|---|---|
| Ash M | 2.2 g |
| Energy C | 1,103 kJ |
| Vitamin A, IU C | 55 IU |
Other forms of McDONALD'S
Raw, cooked, dried and processed versions are separate records with their own measured values.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDONALD'S, FILET-O-FISH | 282 | 11.3 g | 26.4 g | 14.6 g |
| McDONALD'S, Cheeseburger | 263 | 13 g | 27.8 g | 11.8 g |
| McDONALD'S, QUARTER POUNDER | 244 | 14.1 g | 22.2 g | 11.6 g |
| McDONALD'S, QUARTER POUNDER with Cheese | 258 | 14.6 g | 20 g | 14.2 g |
| McDONALD'S, BIG MAC | 257 | 11.8 g | 20.1 g | 15 g |
| McDONALD'S, french fries | 323 | 3.4 g | 42.6 g | 15.5 g |
| McDONALD'S, Southern Style Chicken Biscuit | 304 | 11.9 g | 30.6 g | 14.9 g |
| McDONALD'S, RANCH SNACK WRAP, Crispy | 275 | 11.5 g | 23.2 g | 15.1 g |
| McDONALD'S, RANCH SNACK WRAP, Grilled Cooked | 222 | 13.8 g | 18.4 g | 10.3 g |
| McDONALD'S, Sausage McGRIDDLES | 312 | 8.4 g | 31.3 g | 17.8 g |
| McDONALD'S, Sausage, Egg & Cheese McGRIDDLES | 283 | 10.8 g | 22 g | 17.7 g |
| McDONALD'S, Vanilla Reduced Fat Ice Cream Cone | 162 | 4.2 g | 26.4 g | 4.9 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Foods with a similar nutritional profile
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fast foods, hamburger; single, regular patty; with condiments | 263 | 13.3 g | 29.6 g | 10.2 g |
| Hamburger (McDonalds) | 263 | 13.3 g | 29.6 g | 10.2 g |
| Egg sandwich on bagel, with bacon | 268 | 13.7 g | 29.4 g | 10.5 g |
| LITTLE CAESARS 14" Original Round Cheese Pizza, Regular Crust | 265 | 13.4 g | 31.5 g | 9.5 g |
| Egg sandwich on bagel | 251 | 12 g | 31.8 g | 8.4 g |
| PAPA JOHN'S 14" Cheese Pizza, Original Crust | 260 | 11.5 g | 32.7 g | 9.3 g |
| LITTLE CAESARS 14" Cheese Pizza, Large Deep Dish Crust | 263 | 12.6 g | 30.1 g | 10.2 g |
| PAPA JOHN'S 14" Pepperoni Pizza, Original Crust | 275 | 12 g | 30 g | 11.9 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in mcDONALD'S?
100 g of mcDONALD'S has 264 kcal. 1 sandwich (95 g): about 251 kcal.
Is mcDONALD'S high in protein?
McDONALD'S contains 12.9 g of protein per 100 g (26% of the 50 g Daily Value), or 12.3 g in 1 sandwich (95 g). About 20% of its calories come from protein. Compared with other fast foods, that is above the median (median 12.1 g).
How many carbs are in mcDONALD'S?
McDONALD'S has 30.3 g of total carbohydrates per 100 g, including 1.3 g of fiber and 6 g of sugars.
How much fat is in mcDONALD'S?
McDONALD'S contains 10.1 g of fat per 100 g, of which 3.5 g is saturated (18% of the Daily Value).
What vitamins and minerals does mcDONALD'S contain?
Per 100 g, the most notable amounts relative to the Daily Value are selenium (48% DV), Vitamin B12 (35% DV), Niacin (B3) (28% DV), Thiamin (B1) (21% DV) and Riboflavin (B2) (18% DV). The full list is in the vitamins and minerals table above.
How much sodium is in mcDONALD'S?
100 g contains 494 mg of sodium, 21% of the 2,300 mg Daily Value.
Does mcdonald's have the same nutrition not specified and cooked?
No. Per 100 g, mcDONALD'S, Hamburger has 264 kcal, while mcDONALD'S, RANCH SNACK WRAP, Grilled has 222 kcal. Cooking changes the water content, so always use the record that matches how you weigh the food.
Where does this nutrition data come from?
From USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record dated April 1, 2019. FoodFactly last checked it on November 6, 2026. Each value above shows whether it was measured, calculated or taken from a label.
Source of the nutrition information
- USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record 170717. License: CC0 1.0 (U.S. public domain). Source record dated April 1, 2019. Imported November 6, 2026.
Last updated: . Data quality score: 100/100 (how it is calculated).
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