Budget Dining Guide
McDonald's Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at McDonald's? This budget guide lists every menu item sorted from lowest to highest price so you can find cheap eats and low-cost meal deals quickly. Prices updated July 2026.
Lowest Price
$0.89
Average Item Price
$3.87
Budget for Two
$7.74
Priced Items Tracked
128
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McDonald's Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at McDonald's sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apple Slices | sides | — | $0.89 |
| 2 | Hot Tea | mccafé® coffees | Medium | $1.29 |
| 3 | Chocolate Milk | beverages | — | $1.49 |
| 4 | Dassani Bottled Water | beverages | — | $1.49 |
| 5 | Honest Kids Organic Apple Juice | beverages | — | $1.49 |
| 6 | Milk | beverages | — | $1.49 |
| 7 | Sweet Iced Tea | beverages | Medium | $1.49 |
| 8 | Unsweetened Iced Tea | beverages | Medium | $1.49 |
| 9 | Vanilla Cone | sweets & treats | — | $1.49 |
| 10 | Apple Pie | sweets & treats | — | $1.59 |
| 11 | Holiday Pie | sweets & treats | — | $1.59 |
| 12 | Coca-Cola | beverages | Medium | $1.79 |
| 13 | Diet Coke | beverages | Medium | $1.79 |
| 14 | Dr. Pepper | beverages | Medium | $1.79 |
| 15 | Fanta Orange | beverages | Medium | $1.79 |
| 16 | Hawaiian Punch | beverages | Medium | $1.79 |
| 17 | Hi-C Orange | beverages | Medium | $1.79 |
| 18 | Root Beer | beverages | Medium | $1.79 |
| 19 | Sprite | beverages | Medium | $1.79 |
| 20 | Cherry & Creme Pie | sweets & treats | — | $1.89 |
| 21 | 1 Cookie | sweets & treats | — | $1.99 |
| 22 | Decaf Coffee | mccafé® coffees | Medium | $1.99 |
| 23 | Hamburger | burgers | — | $1.99 |
| 24 | Premium Roast Coffee | mccafé® coffees | Medium | $1.99 |
| 25 | Cheeseburger | burgers | — | $2.09 |
| 26 | Frozen Coca Cola | beverages | Medium | $2.09 |
| 27 | Frozen Fanta (Blue Raspberry) | beverages | Medium | $2.09 |
| 28 | Frozen Fanta (Wild Cherry) | beverages | Medium | $2.09 |
| 29 | 4 Piece McNuggets® | mcnuggets® | — | $2.19 |
| 30 | Sausage McMuffin® | breakfast | — | $2.19 |
McDonald's Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
Find the most affordable McDonald's food category to save money on your next order
beverages
$2.01
20 items
sides
$2.24
2 items
sweets & treats
$2.96
18 items
mccafé® coffees
$3.09
29 items
chicken & fish sandwiches
$4.31
9 items
happy meal®
$4.49
3 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at McDonald's — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at McDonald's doesn't mean you have to sacrifice quality. Our curated low-cost menu guide helps you discover the cheapest food options, budget-friendly combo deals, and best value items available on the current menu.
Prices shown are tracked from official menu sources and updated regularly. Whether you're a student looking for cheap eats, a family dining on a budget, or simply trying to keep meal costs down, sorting by price is the fastest way to find great value at McDonald's.
Compare McDonald's prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full McDonald's menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at McDonald's and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.