Eggs can usually be stored in the fridge for about 3 to 5 weeks if they’re kept properly in their original carton on a cold inside shelf.

Quick Scoop

  • Raw eggs in the shell: 3 to 5 weeks in the refrigerator.
  • Hard-boiled eggs: about 1 week in the shell.
  • Raw eggs once cracked or separated: usually 2 to 4 days, depending on the part.
  • Best storage spot: inside the fridge, not the door, because temperature stays more stable there.

Safe Storage Tips

  • Keep eggs in their original carton.
  • Store them at 40°F or below.
  • Don’t leave refrigerated eggs out for more than 2 hours before putting them back.

How To Tell

A “best by” or pack date is about quality, not always a hard safety cutoff.

If an egg smells off, looks strange, or fails a float test, it’s safest to throw it out.

Egg type Fridge time
Raw eggs in shell 3 to 5 weeks
Hard-boiled eggs Up to 1 week
Cracked or beaten eggs 2 to 4 days
Bottom line: for most eggs, plan on **about a month in the fridge** for best quality, and use them sooner once they’re cracked or cooked.