Prices last checked October 28, 2026
A savory pork sausage patty and a slice of American cheese on a toasted English muffin, and one of the cheapest breakfast items on the menu.
The Sausage McMuffin is a stripped-back breakfast sandwich: no egg, just a seasoned pork sausage patty and melted cheese on a buttered English muffin. That simplicity is exactly why it is part of the McValue Under $3 menu at participating restaurants and the anchor of the $4 Breakfast Meal Deal.
In spring 2026 McDonald’s even promoted it nationally for $1.50 for a limited time, so it is worth checking the app for the current price before you order.
Sausage McMuffin Price (October 2026)
The Sausage McMuffin typically costs $2.49 at U.S. McDonald’s restaurants. Because most locations are run by franchisees who set their own prices, you can expect to pay anywhere from about $1.50 to $4.67. Airports, highway rest stops and big cities are usually at the top of that range, and delivery apps add a further markup.
| Item | Typical price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Sausage McMuffin | $2.49 | 400 |
| Sausage McMuffin Meal (with Hash Browns and a small coffee) | $4.00 | Varies |
Sausage McMuffin Calories and Nutrition
The Sausage McMuffin has 400 calories, about 20% of a 2,000-calorie day, along with 14 g of protein and 720 mg of sodium.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 400 | 20% |
| Total fat | 26 g | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 29 g | 11% |
| Protein | 14 g | 28% |
| Sodium | 720 mg | 31% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutrition is approximate and based on McDonald’s published U.S. nutrition information.
What’s in the Sausage McMuffin?
- English muffin
- Pork sausage patty
- Pasteurized American cheese
- Salted butter
Allergens: contains Wheat, Milk, Soy. Recipes and suppliers can change, so always check the allergen information in the McDonald’s app or ask the restaurant if you have a food allergy.
When can you order the Sausage McMuffin?
The Sausage McMuffin is on the breakfast menu. Most U.S. McDonald’s serve breakfast from opening until 10:30 a.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m. on weekends, and 24-hour restaurants often start breakfast again around 4 or 5 a.m. See our McDonald’s breakfast hours guide for details.
Is the Sausage McMuffin worth it?
At a typical $2.49, the Sausage McMuffin works out to about $0.62 per 100 calories and 5.6 grams of protein per dollar, which is better than the average for breakfast on the menu (4.0 g per dollar).
The Sausage McMuffin meal with Hash Browns and a small coffee costs about $4.00, compared with roughly $6.57 if you bought everything separately, a saving of about $2.57.
On a tighter budget? The Hash Browns costs about $2.19.
It is also on the McValue Under $3 menu at participating restaurants, which makes it one of the cheapest things you can order.
Ordering tips
- Get the $4 Breakfast Meal Deal to add hash browns and a small coffee for very little extra.
- Add a round egg to turn it into a Sausage McMuffin with Egg for about a dollar more.
Sausage McMuffin FAQ
How much does the Sausage McMuffin cost at McDonald's?
The Sausage McMuffin costs about $2.49 at a typical U.S. McDonald’s as of October 2026. Prices we tracked range from $1.50 to $4.67 depending on the restaurant. As a meal it costs about $4.00.
How many calories are in the Sausage McMuffin?
The Sausage McMuffin has 400 calories, 26 g of fat, 29 g of carbohydrates and 14 g of protein.
Can you order the Sausage McMuffin all day?
Usually not. The Sausage McMuffin is on the breakfast menu, which most U.S. McDonald’s serve from opening until 10:30 a.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m. on weekends. Hours vary by restaurant.
Is the Sausage McMuffin on the Under $3 menu?
Yes, at participating restaurants the Sausage McMuffin is part of the McValue Under $3 breakfast lineup.