McDonald's Quarter Pounder with Cheese: 520 calories
- 30gProtein
- 42gCarbs
- 26gFat
- 1,140mgSodium
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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 Quarter Pounder with Cheese nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarter Pounder with Cheese | 520 | 30g | 42g | 26g | 1,140mg | 26% |
The McDonald's Quarter Pounder with Cheese is about 26% of a 2,000-calorie day and 50% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
As a meal
- Quarter Pounder with Cheese Meal: 1,110 calories with medium fries and a medium Coca-Cola
How to make a McDonald's order lighter
- Order the McDouble instead: 130 fewer calories, 22g protein.
- “Extra Cheese (1 slice)” adds 50 calories.
- “Add Bacon” adds 110 calories.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the McDonald's Quarter Pounder with Cheese takes about 117 minutes of brisk walking, 54 minutes of running (5 mph) or 54 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:
- Five Guys Little Hamburger (bun + 1 patty): 542 calories, 23g protein
- Wendy's Dave's Single: 560 calories, 31g protein
- Dairy Queen Original Cheeseburger (Single): 370 calories, 17g protein
- Burger King Whopper: 710 calories, 34g protein
Questions people ask
The McDonald's Quarter Pounder with Cheese has 520 calories, with 30g of protein, 42g of carbs and 26g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The McDouble has 390 calories, 130 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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