This chart provides typical weights (in shell and shelled edible portion) and approximate liquid volumes for common US egg sizes (Medium, Large, Extra-Large, Jumbo).
US Egg Size
Min. Weight per Dozen (oz)
Avg. Weight per Egg (in shell) (g / oz)
Avg. Edible Portion Weight (g / oz)
Avg. Liquid Volume (tbsp / ml)
Medium
21 oz
~50-53 g / ~1.75-1.87 oz
~43-46 g / ~1.5-1.6 oz
~3 tbsp / ~44 ml
Large
24 oz
~57-60 g / ~2.0-2.12 oz
~50-53 g / ~1.75-1.87 oz
~3.25-3.5 tbsp / ~48-52 ml
Extra-Large (XL)
27 oz
~64-67 g / ~2.25-2.36 oz
~57-60 g / ~2.0-2.12 oz
~4 tbsp / ~59 ml
Jumbo
30 oz
~71-74 g / ~2.5-2.6 oz
~64-67 g / ~2.25-2.36 oz
~4.5 tbsp / ~67 ml
Important Considerations for Egg Sizes:
Most recipes in the US are developed using **Large** eggs unless specified otherwise.
"Edible Portion Weight" refers to the combined weight of the yolk and white, without the shell. Shell weight is typically 9-12% of the total egg weight.
Liquid volumes are approximate. 1 Large egg typically yields just under 1/4 cup liquid volume.
The weight ranges are based on USDA standards for minimum weight per dozen. Individual egg weights within a carton can vary slightly.
When substituting egg sizes in recipes where precision is important (like custards or some delicate cakes), it's best to measure by weight or total volume if possible.