Prices last updated: October 28, 2026
McDonald’s World Famous Fries are the most ordered side in American fast food. Below are typical October 2026 prices and calories for small, medium and large fries, plus the other sides you can order.
Medium fries come with every Extra Value Meal, and small fries are on the McValue Under $3 menu and in the $5 and $6 Meal Deals. In the morning, Hash Browns take the place of fries.
McDonald’s fries and sides prices
| Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| World Famous Fries Under $3 | Small $2.39Medium $3.79Large $4.59 | 230–480 |
| Apple Slices | $1.29 | 15 |
Typical U.S. prices, last checked October 28, 2026. Prices vary by location. How we check prices.
Which size of fries is the best deal?
At typical prices, a large order of fries costs about $4.59 for 480 calories, while a medium is about $3.79 for 320 calories. That makes the large about 20% cheaper per calorie, so if you are sharing, go large. If you just want a taste, the small is the cheapest way in at around $2.39.
How to get free or cheaper fries
- Check the Deals tab in the McDonald’s app, which often offers free medium fries with a small minimum purchase, especially on Fridays.
- Upsizing a meal from medium to large fries usually costs under a dollar.
- Small fries are included in the $5 and $6 Meal Deals.
Other sides at McDonald’s
Apple Slices are the only other everyday side and the lightest item on the menu at 15 calories. For something sweet after your meal, see our desserts and shakes prices, and for dipping, our full list of McDonald’s sauces.
Fries FAQ
How much are medium fries at McDonald's?
Medium fries typically cost about $3.79. Small fries are about $2.39 and on the Under $3 menu, and large fries are about $4.59.
Does McDonald's have free fries?
The McDonald's app regularly offers free medium fries with a small minimum purchase, often on Fridays. Check the Deals tab in the app.