Wendy's chili price by size
Chili comes in three sizes. The small cup at $3.69 is a side; the large at $4.39 is a light meal on its own; and the Family Chili at $15.99 is meant for a table. Per ounce the family size is the cheapest, but it is a regional item, on only 11 of the menus we read.
Wendy's chili: sizes and prices
| Menu item | In restaurant | Restaurant range | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chili (small) | $3.69 | $2.69 – $4.29 | 280 |
| Large Chili | $4.39 | $3.69 – $5.49 | 370 |
| Family Chili | $15.99 | $14.99 – $19.99 | 1,370 |
Chili as a topping: fries, potato and Taco Salad
The same chili tops three other menu items. Chili Cheese Fries cost $4.19, the Chili & Cheese Baked Potato $4.69 and the Taco Salad, which builds a salad around the chili, $8.59.
Menu items with chili
| Menu item | In restaurant | Restaurant range | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chili Cheese Fries | $4.19 | $2.89 – $4.99 | 510 |
| Chili & Cheese Baked Potato | $4.69 | $3.29 – $5.49 | 490 |
| Taco Salad | $8.59 | $7.99 – $9.99 | 610 |
Why the chili is a good deal
For its price, the chili is the most protein-dense hot item at Wendy's: 19 g in 280 calories, against 5 g in 350 calories for medium fries that cost about the same. That works out at 5.1 g of protein per dollar for the small and 5.7 g for the large. It is a year-round menu item, not a seasonal one.
Chili price by city
The small chili cost least in San Francisco, CA ($2.69) and most in New York (Manhattan), NY ($4.29) among the 20 cities we checked.
Chili (small) price by city
| # | City | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Francisco, CA | $2.69 |
| 2 | Atlanta, GA | $2.99 |
| 3 | Charlotte, NC | $2.99 |
| 4 | Houston, TX | $3.19 |
| 5 | Seattle, WA | $3.19 |
| 6 | Detroit, MI | $3.19 |
| 7 | Nashville, TN | $3.29 |
| 8 | Phoenix, AZ | $3.39 |
| 9 | San Antonio, TX | $3.39 |
| 10 | Columbus, OH | $3.49 |
| 11 | Philadelphia, PA | $3.49 |
| 12 | Minneapolis, MN | $3.49 |
| 13 | Chicago, IL | $3.69 |
| 14 | Miami, FL | $3.69 |
| 15 | Boston, MA | $3.69 |
| 16 | Denver, CO | $3.79 |
| 17 | Las Vegas, NV | $3.79 |
| 18 | Los Angeles, CA | $3.99 |
| 19 | Dallas, TX | $3.99 |
| 20 | New York (Manhattan), NY | $4.29 |
Chili calories and allergens
Chili (small) nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 280 | — |
| Protein | 19 g | 38% |
| Total fat | 12 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g | 23% |
| Sugars | 6 g | — |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Sodium | 1050 mg | 46% |
Contains: Milk, Wheat, Soy. Recipes and suppliers can change — check the allergen information at your restaurant if you have an allergy.
Most of the protein comes from beef and beans; most of the sodium from the seasoning. Values are for the chili alone.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is Wendy's chili?
Small $3.69 and large $4.39 at the median restaurant on October 26, 2026 (small: $2.69 – $4.29).
How much is a Family Chili at Wendy's?
$15.99 for about 1.5 quarts. It was on 11 of the 25 menus we checked.
How many calories are in Wendy's chili?
280 in a small and 370 in a large, with 19 g and 25 g of protein.
What is in Wendy's chili?
Beef and beans in a seasoned sauce. Wendy's describes it as the only chili made with its fresh, never-frozen beef.
Is Wendy's chili gluten-free?
No. Wendy's lists wheat, milk and soy for the chili.
Is Wendy's chili high in sodium?
Yes: 1,050 mg in a small and 1,390 mg in a large.
What else comes with chili at Wendy's?
Chili Cheese Fries ($4.19), the Chili & Cheese Baked Potato ($4.69) and the Taco Salad ($8.59) all use it.