Calories in french fries

USDA data · Updated October 12, 2026

French fries (1 medium serving, 117 g) has 365 calories, with 4 g of protein, 48.5 g of carbohydrates and 17.2 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 312 kcal.

Values are for Fast foods, potato, french fried in vegetable oil. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.

French fries

Per 1 medium serving (117 g)

Calories365

Protein4 g

Carbohydrates48.5 g

Fiber4.4 g

Sugars0.4 g

Fat17.2 g

Sodium246 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Calories in french fries by serving

Serving	Weight	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat
100 g	100 g	312	3.4 g	41.4 g	14.7 g
1 serving small	71 g	222	2.4 g	29.4 g	10.5 g
1 medium serving	117 g	365	4 g	48.5 g	17.2 g
1 serving large	154 g	480	5.3 g	63.8 g	22.7 g
1 oz	28 g	88	1 g	11.7 g	4.2 g

Where the calories come from

Protein 4%Carbs 53%Fat 43%

French fries has a medium energy density (3.1 kcal per gram). It provides 1.1 g of protein per 100 kcal.

Snacks & fast food: calories compared

Per 100 g	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat
Vanilla ice cream	207	3.5 g	23.6 g	11 g
Cheese pizza	268	10.4 g	29 g	12.3 g
French fries	312	3.4 g	41.4 g	14.7 g
Popcorn (air-popped)	387	12.9 g	77.8 g	4.5 g
Potato chips	532	6.4 g	53.8 g	34 g

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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 170698. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in french fries?

365 calories in 1 medium serving (117 g), or 312 calories per 100 g.

How much protein is in french fries?

4 g of protein in 1 medium serving (117 g) (3.4 g per 100 g).

How many carbs are in french fries?

48.5 g of carbohydrates in 1 medium serving (117 g), including 4.4 g of fiber.