McDonald's Cheeseburger: 300 calories
- 15gProtein
- 31gCarbs
- 13gFat
- 720mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from McDonald's USA Nutrition Calculator, last checked September 25, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ.
McDonald's Cheeseburger nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheeseburger | 300 | 15g | 31g | 13g | 720mg | 15% |
The McDonald's Cheeseburger is about 15% of a 2,000-calorie day and 31% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How to make a McDonald's order lighter
- Order the Hamburger instead: 50 fewer calories, 12g protein.
- “Extra Cheese (1 slice)” adds 50 calories.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the McDonald's Cheeseburger takes about 68 minutes of brisk walking, 31 minutes of running (5 mph) or 31 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
The closest item of the same kind at other chains:
- Wendy's Jr. Cheeseburger: 270 calories, 14g protein
- Dairy Queen Original Cheeseburger (Single): 370 calories, 17g protein
- Five Guys Little Hamburger (bun + 1 patty): 542 calories, 23g protein
- Burger King Whopper: 710 calories, 34g protein
Questions people ask
The McDonald's Cheeseburger has 300 calories, with 15g of protein, 31g of carbs and 13g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Hamburger has 250 calories, 50 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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