Calories in an egg

USDA data · Updated October 12, 2026

An egg (1 large, 50 g) has 72 calories, with 6.3 g of protein, 0.4 g of carbohydrates and 4.8 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 143 kcal.

Values are for Egg, whole, raw, fresh. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.

Egg

Per 1 large (50 g)


Calories72

Protein6.3 g
Carbohydrates0.4 g
   Fiber0 g
   Sugars0.2 g
Fat4.8 g
Sodium71 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Calories in an egg by serving

ServingWeightCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
100 g100 g14312.6 g0.7 g9.5 g
1 large50 g726.3 g0.4 g4.8 g
1 extra large56 g807 g0.4 g5.3 g
1 jumbo63 g907.9 g0.5 g6 g
1 cup (4.86 large eggs)243 g34730.5 g1.7 g23.1 g
1 medium44 g635.5 g0.3 g4.2 g
1 small38 g544.8 g0.3 g3.6 g
1 oz28 g413.6 g0.2 g2.7 g

Where the calories come from

Protein 36%Carbs 2%Fat 62%

Egg has a low energy density (1.4 kcal per gram). It provides 8.8 g of protein per 100 kcal.

Eggs & dairy: calories compared

Per 100 gCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Skim milk343.4 g5 g0.1 g
2% milk503.3 g4.8 g2 g
Egg white5210.9 g0.7 g0.2 g
Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat)5910.2 g3.6 g0.4 g
Whole milk613.1 g4.8 g3.2 g
Plain yogurt (whole milk)613.5 g4.7 g3.2 g
Cottage cheese (2%)8110.4 g4.8 g2.3 g
Egg14312.6 g0.7 g9.5 g
Scrambled eggs14910 g1.6 g11 g
Hard-boiled egg15512.6 g1.1 g10.6 g
Fried egg19613.6 g0.8 g14.8 g
Feta cheese26514.2 g3.9 g21.5 g
Mozzarella29922.2 g2.4 g22.1 g
Cream cheese3506.2 g5.5 g34.4 g
Cheddar cheese40322.9 g3.4 g33.3 g
Parmesan (grated)42028.4 g13.9 g27.8 g
Butter7170.8 g0.1 g81.1 g

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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 171287. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in an egg?

72 calories in 1 large (50 g), or 143 calories per 100 g.

How much protein is in an egg?

6.3 g of protein in 1 large (50 g) (12.6 g per 100 g).

How many carbs are in an egg?

0.4 g of carbohydrates in 1 large (50 g).