Carbs in Corn on the Cob

How many carbs are in corn on the cob?

Corn on the Cob has 18.8g net carbs per 100g — 21.1g total carbs minus 2.3g fiber — plus 3.3g protein, 1.4g fat, and 96 calories. 1 medium ear (103g) works out to about 19.4g net carbs and 99 calories. That makes corn on the cob moderate in net carbs and about average for the typical vegetable, which averages about 18.4g net carbs per 100g. At this carb count, corn on the cob is best limited to small portions on keto (usually 20–50g net carbs per day). Values are per per 100 g, sourced from Manufacturer-reported values; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.

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Last updated June 10, 2026 · Reviewed by Jordan Lee, Nutrition Editor

Corn on the Cob
18.8g
Net carbs
21.1g
Total carbs
2.3g
Fiber
3.3g
Protein
1.4g
Fat
96
Calories

Values per 100 g.

Is corn on the cob keto-friendly?

Limit it

Corn on the Cob is borderline for keto — it works only in small portions. It has 18.8g net carbs per 100g (21.1g total carbs − 2.3g fiber). A typical serving — 1 medium ear (103g) — is about 19.4g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.

Carbs by serving size

ServingNet carbsTotal carbsCalories
1 medium ear19.4g21.7g99
100 g (3.5 oz)18.8g21.1g96
1 oz (28 g)5.3g5.9g27

How many calories are in corn on the cob?

Corn on the Cob has 96 calories per 100g. 1 medium ear (103g) has about 99 calories. That's alongside 3.3g protein, 1.4g fat, and 18.8g net carbs per 100g.

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount (per 100 g)
Calories96
Total carbs21.1g
Net carbs18.8g
Fiber2.3g
Sugar4.1g
Sugar alcohols0g
Protein3.3g
Fat1.4g
Sodium16mg
Potassium236mg

Source: Manufacturer-reported values (vegetables). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.

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Frequently asked questions

How many carbs are in corn on the cob?
Corn on the Cob has 21.1g of total carbs and 18.8g of net carbs per 100 grams.
How many net carbs are in corn on the cob?
Corn on the Cob has 18.8g of net carbs per 100 grams (total carbs 21.1g minus 2.3g fiber).
Is corn on the cob keto-friendly?
Corn on the Cob is borderline for keto — it works only in small portions. It has 18.8g net carbs per 100g (21.1g total carbs − 2.3g fiber). A typical serving — 1 medium ear (103g) — is about 19.4g net carbs. On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), even one serving uses a large share of your daily carbs, so keep portions small or save it for a higher-carb day.
How many calories are in corn on the cob?
Corn on the Cob has 96 calories per 100 grams.
How many carbs are in 1 medium ear of corn on the cob?
1 medium ear of corn on the cob (103g) has about 19.4g net carbs, 21.7g total carbs, and 99 calories.

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