Calories in 1 medium orange = 61.6 kcal | Nutrition
1 medium orange of Orange, raw contains 61.6 kcal of calories. Free converter with serving tables, volume conversion, raw vs cooked, and FAQs. Data from USDA FoodData Central.
Calories in 1 medium orange Calculator
Result
1 medium orange Orange Calories
61.6 kcal calories
Computed from 131 g of food and USDA FoodData Central reference.
Reverse Calculation
Calories target to food amount
131.1 g (4.62 oz, 0.62 cups)
Reverse math uses 47 kcal calories per 100 g from USDA FoodData Central reference.
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- Portion-controlled base: Best value comes from weighing the serving and matching the source prep state. Basis: computed fallback.
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Real-World Orange Serving Sizes
- 1 medium orange (~131g): 61.6 kcal calories. Uses 131 g per medium orange; one medium orange equals 131 g. Catalog piece weight is 131g for this food.
- 2 medium oranges (~262g): 123.1 kcal calories. Uses 131 g per medium orange; 2 medium oranges equals 262 g. Catalog piece weight is 131g for this food.
- 3 medium oranges (~393g): 184.7 kcal calories. Uses 131 g per medium orange; 3 medium oranges equals 393 g. Catalog piece weight is 131g for this food.
Common Orange Measurement Mistakes
- Mixing raw and cooked entries changes the math. This page uses the listed source record for Orange, raw.
- Adding oil, sauces, sweeteners, breading, or drained liquid changes calories and macros beyond the base food values.
- For calories tracking, keep the same unit basis across the meal: grams, ounces, cups, or count-based servings should not be mixed without conversion.
Orange Calories — Frequently Asked Questions
How to Calculate Orange Calories
- Weigh raw. Place your orange on a kitchen scale before cooking to get the most accurate starting weight.
- Enter weight into the calculator. Select your unit (g, oz, lb, or cup) and hit Calculate.
- Read the result. The calculator shows calories content for your exact portion.
- Compare servings. Use the serving range table below to quickly compare calories across portion sizes.
- Log to your tracker. Enter the raw weight and raw entry in your nutrition app for consistent macro tracking.
Why Volume ≠ Weight: Orange Density Explained
Orange has a medium density (900 kg/m³). A 1-cup measure holds approximately 213 g.
Why does density matter? The same volume can hold very different amounts of food depending on how dense it is. Oats (350 kg/m³) are light and airy — 1 cup = ~80 g. Water has a density of 1000 kg/m³ — 1 cup = 236 g. This is why nutrition labels use weight (grams), not volume — it's a more reliable measure.
Formula: mass (g) = volume (mL) × density (kg/m³) ÷ 1,000. This calculator uses this formula automatically when you enter a volume measure for Orange.
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Data Sources & Methodology
Data source: USDA FoodData Central.
Computation method: Macro values are calculated by multiplying the food's per-100g value by the requested weight in grams, then dividing by 100. Volume inputs are first converted to grams using the food's density (kg/m³) from USDA data, then the same formula applies: calories = (weight_g / 100) × caloriesPer100g.
Accuracy note: Macro values represent averages across measured samples; individual items may vary ±5–10% depending on brand, farming method, and preparation technique. For clinical nutrition, consult a registered dietitian.
Update policy: Macro values are reviewed quarterly against USDA FoodData Central updates. Page last verified: 2026.