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This is what a McDonald's costs in the rest of the world

The shocking price differences across the globe
Why do McDonald's menu prices differ so much globally?
Philippines: $3.50 (£2.66)
India: $4.09 (£3.11)
Malaysia: $4.26 (£3.24)
South Africa: $4.77 (£3.62)
China: $4.90 (£3.72)
Japan: $5.42 (£4.11)
South Korea: $5.45 (£4.14)
Peru: $5.99 (£4.55)
Thailand: $6.07 (£4.61)
Brazil: $6.18 (£4.69)
Colombia: $7.31 (£5.55)
Mexico: $7.42 (£5.63)
Singapore: $7.44 (£5.65)
Chile: $7.85 (£5.96)
New Zealand: $8.60 (£6.53)
Australia: $9.40 (£7.13)
UAE: $9.53 (£7.23)
UK: $9.79 (£7.42)
Spain: $9.82 (£7.45)
Argentina: $10 (£7.58)
Canada: $10.52 (£7.99)
Ireland: $10.91 (£8.28)
Austria: $10.91 (£8.28)
Germany: $10.91 (£8.28)
USA: $11 (£8.35)
Belgium: $11.48 (£8.71)
France: $12 (£9.10)
Netherlands: $13.09 (£9.93)
Denmark: $14.33 (£10.88)
Switzerland: $17.20 (£13.08)
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The shocking price differences across the globe

Founded in 1940 in San Bernardino, California, McDonald's has spread its golden arches around the world and now operates in more than 118 countries. A ubiquitous icon of American culture, the fast food chain counts over 41,000 locations globally. But while the brand offers a sense of familiarity wherever you are on the planet, menu items are adapted to local cultures, and the cost of a McMeal varies wildly from nation to nation.

Read on to discover the typical price for a burger, fries and drink (or similar combo) in 30 selected countries based on data from cost of living site Numbeo. 

All dollar amounts in US dollars and prices correct as of 3 April 2025.

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Daniel Coughlin

03 April 2025

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