Happy Meal Prices: Hamburger, Cheeseburger and McNuggets Options
Four Happy Meal listings appear in our data. They run from $6.21 for the Hamburger Happy Meal to $7.83 for the 6 pc. Chicken McNuggets Happy Meal. Both figures are average DoorDash delivery listings across sampled U.S. locations, observed Aug 19–Sep 29, 2026.
SourceDoorDash delivery listingsLocationsSampled U.S. restaurantsObservedAug 19–Sep 29, 2026How these prices work
Happy Meal prices by entrée
Each Happy Meal is listed as one bundled price. Its entrée sold on its own is shown beside it, so you can see what the rest of the bundle adds.
| Item | Variant / size | Type | Price | Calories | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burger Happy Meals | |||||
| Hamburger Happy Meal | Standard | Meal | $6.21 | Not verified | Observed |
| Hamburgerentrée alone | Sandwich | Item | $3.04 | Not verified | Observed |
| Cheeseburger Happy Meal | Standard | Meal | $6.58 | Not verified | Observed |
| Cheeseburgerentrée alone | Sandwich | Item | $3.42 | Not verified | Observed |
| Chicken McNuggets Happy Meals | |||||
| 4 pc. Chicken McNuggets Happy Meal | 4 pieces | Meal | $6.83 | Not verified | Observed |
| 4 pc. Chicken McNuggetsentrée alone | 4 pieces | Item | $3.60 | Not verified | Observed |
| 6 pc. Chicken McNuggets Happy Meal | 6 pieces | Meal | $7.83 | Not verified | Observed |
| 6 pc. Chicken McNuggetsentrée alone | 6 pieces | Item | $4.94 | Not verified | Observed |
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Each figure averages the latest listing at each sampled location. Locations get equal weight. These are delivery-menu prices, not in-store or national prices. Calories depend on the side and drink chosen, and we have not recorded official figures for these bundles. The listings do not say which side or drink the bundle price assumed.
What a Happy Meal includes
A Happy Meal bundles a kid-sized entrée with a side and a drink. The exact components and options are set by McDonald's and the participating restaurant. We list only what our records can support.
| Component | What our data shows | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Entrée | Hamburger, Cheeseburger, 4 pc. or 6 pc. Chicken McNuggets (named in the listing title) | Observed |
| Side | Not itemized in the bundle listing. No kids-size fries price was observed. | Not verified |
| Drink | Not itemized in the bundle listing | Not verified |
| Toy or book | Not part of the price data. Availability depends on current promotions and the restaurant. | Not verified |
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We have not yet recorded a dated check of the official U.S. Happy Meal page. Until we do, this page does not state which sides and drinks are offered, their sizes, or their calories. No toy is guaranteed with any order. Confirm the current options on the official U.S. McDonald's menu or in the app for your restaurant.
What the bundle adds beyond the entrée
Subtracting the entrée's own average price from the Happy Meal average shows roughly how much the rest of the bundle adds in this sample.
In this sample, the side, drink and any extras add between $2.89 and $3.23 over the entrée alone.
These are differences between two averages. Each average may come from a different set of locations, so the result is approximate.
Illustrative composed order (not an official product)
The math below builds a similar order from separately listed items. The goal is to see whether the bundle costs less. Apple Slices and white Milk are used because both have observed prices. Kids' fries could not be priced because no kids-size fries listing was observed. The Small French Fries listing is a different, larger serving and is not used.
In each case, the bundle average was slightly below the composed estimate.
Treat these gaps as a rough guide only. The comparison assumes the bundle includes apple slices and milk, which we have not verified. It also leaves out any toy and uses averages from location sets that may not match. At a single restaurant the gap could be larger, smaller or reversed. The meal builder runs this kind of estimate for any combination of items. It marks totals as incomplete when a price is missing.
Kid-sized drinks and sides with observed prices
Full drink menuThese items were listed on their own in the delivery sample. They may or may not be Happy Meal options at your restaurant. Prices shown are for buying each one separately.
| Item | Variant / size | Type | Price | Calories | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sides | |||||
| Apple Slices | Bag | Item | $1.39 | Not verified | Observed |
| Kids-size fries | Kids | Item | Price not verified | Not verified | Not verified |
| Drinks | |||||
| Milk | Single serving | Item | $1.91 | Not verified | Observed |
| Chocolate Milk | Single serving | Item | $1.89 | Not verified | Observed |
| Honest Kids Organic Apple Juice Drink | Single serving | Item | $1.90 | Not verified | Observed |
| DASANI Bottled Water | Bottle | Item | $2.57 | Not verified | Observed |
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Bottle and carton volumes were not stated in the listings. Fries in adult sizes are on the fries and sides page. Nutrition and allergen details belong to the official U.S. product pages. Use the nutrition explorer to see which items have verified figures.
We do not show allergen information for Happy Meal components until it is taken from official U.S. disclosures. A blank or unverified entry does not mean an item is free of any allergen. For allergen and ingredient details, use the product pages linked from the official U.S. menu.
Happy Meal questions
Which Happy Meal costs the least in this data?
The Hamburger Happy Meal, at a $6.21 average delivery listing. The 6 pc. Chicken McNuggets Happy Meal was the highest at $7.83. Your local in-store price may differ.
How much more is the 6-piece McNuggets Happy Meal than the 4-piece?
$7.83 − $6.83 = $1.00 more on average, for two extra pieces. Bought alone, the entrées differ by $4.94 − $3.60 = $1.34. For every McNuggets size, see the McNuggets price comparison.
Does every Happy Meal come with a toy?
We cannot confirm that. Toys and books depend on current promotions and the restaurant, and they are not part of our price data. Check the app or ask the restaurant.
Is the Cheeseburger Happy Meal the same as the 2 Cheeseburger Meal?
No. The 2 Cheeseburger Meal is a separate adult combo, listed from $11.21. The cheeseburger page covers both, plus the cheeseburger sold on its own.
Why are these prices higher than at my local restaurant?
These are DoorDash delivery-menu averages. Delivery menus often list higher prices than in-store menus, and they leave out fees and tax. For your restaurant's price, use the official restaurant locator or the app. Our delivery vs in-store guide explains the difference.
Estimate a custom kids' order
Add entrées, sides and drinks to see combined observed prices. Totals are flagged as incomplete when any price or nutrient is missing.