Prices last updated: October 28, 2026
McDonald’s burgers range from the plain two-dollar Hamburger to the half-pound Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese. Here are typical U.S. prices for every burger on the menu in October 2026, along with Extra Value Meal prices and calories, so you can compare before you order.
There are really two families of McDonald’s burgers. The classic burgers (Hamburger, Cheeseburger, McDouble, Double Cheeseburger and Big Mac) use thin 1.6-ounce frozen patties. The Quarter Pounder family uses thicker fresh-beef patties that are cooked when you order, which is why they cost more and taste juicier.
McDonald’s burger prices
| Item | Price | Meal | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Mac | $5.91 | $9.99 | 590 |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $6.19 | $10.49 | 520 |
| Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $7.79 | $12.49 | 740 |
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese Deluxe | $6.89 | $11.49 | 630 |
| Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese | $7.49 | $11.29 | 630 |
| McDouble Under $3 | $2.99 | — | 400 |
| Cheeseburger | $2.69 | — | 300 |
| Double Cheeseburger | $3.79 | — | 450 |
| Triple Cheeseburger | $4.79 | — | 580 |
| Hamburger | $2.29 | — | 250 |
Typical U.S. prices, last checked October 28, 2026. Prices vary by location. How we check prices.
Big Mac vs. Quarter Pounder vs. McDouble
The Big Mac is all about the special sauce and the three-part bun, at about $5.91. The Quarter Pounder with Cheese costs slightly more but delivers more beef and 30 grams of protein. And the McDouble gives you two patties and 22 grams of protein for about three dollars, making it the best value burger on the menu. Add shredded lettuce and Mac sauce to a McDouble and you have the famous “Poor Man’s Big Mac.”
Cheapest burgers at McDonald’s
The Hamburger, Cheeseburger and McDouble are all usually under three dollars. The McDouble is on the McValue Under $3 menu and is also the main sandwich in the $6 McDouble Meal Deal.
Burger customizations worth knowing
- Add bacon to any burger for about $1 to $1.50.
- Ask for “no salt” on a Quarter Pounder to get a freshly cooked patty.
- Most toppings (extra onions, pickles, lettuce or sauces) are free or cost a few cents in the app.
McDonald’s burger FAQ
Which McDonald's burger is the best value?
The McDouble is usually the best value, with 22 grams of protein for about $3 on the McValue Under $3 menu.
Is a Quarter Pounder bigger than a Big Mac?
By beef weight, yes. A Quarter Pounder has a 4.25-ounce patty before cooking, while the Big Mac's two patties total 3.2 ounces. The Big Mac has more bread and sauce.
What is the most expensive burger at McDonald's?
The Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese is typically the most expensive regular burger, at about $7.79 or $12.49 as a meal.