One typical large egg has about 70–80 calories , with most everyday sources clustering around the low‑70s.

Quick Scoop

  • A medium egg : roughly 60–65 calories.
  • A large egg : about 70–80 calories (commonly cited as around 72–77 calories).
  • A small egg : roughly 55 calories.
  • A very large/jumbo egg : can reach about 80–90 calories.

Most of the calories are in the yolk , which is also where you get many vitamins and minerals, while the white is lower in calories but still provides protein.

Mini breakdown (large egg)

  • Total: about 72–77 calories.
  • Protein: ~6 g.
  • Fat: ~5 g.
  • Carbs: under 1 g.

So if you’re just asking “how many calories are in one egg” and you mean a standard large egg, a good everyday answer is: about 75 calories.

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