Carbs in Bacon
Keto-friendlyHow many carbs are in bacon?
Bacon has 2.7g net carbs per 100g — 5.3g total carbs minus 2.6g fiber — plus 11.7g protein, 29.5g fat, and 309 calories. That makes bacon very low in net carbs and lower than the typical protein food, which averages about 9.2g net carbs per 100g. With this carb count, bacon fits a keto or low-carb diet (usually 20–50g net carbs per day) in normal portions. Values are per per 100 g, sourced from USDA FoodData Central; net carbs are computed by CarbMeNot.
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Last updated June 10, 2026 · Reviewed by Jordan Lee, Nutrition Editor
Values per 100 g.
Is bacon keto-friendly?
Yes — bacon is keto-friendly. It has 2.7g net carbs per 100g (5.3g total carbs − 2.6g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other protein foods and meals.
Carbs by serving size
| Serving | Net carbs | Total carbs | Protein | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g (3.5 oz) | 2.7g | 5.3g | 11.7g | 309 |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 0.8g | 1.5g | 3.3g | 87 |
How many calories are in bacon?
Bacon has 309 calories per 100g. That's alongside 11.7g protein, 29.5g fat, and 2.7g net carbs per 100g.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount (per 100 g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 309 |
| Total carbs | 5.3g |
| Net carbs | 2.7g |
| Fiber | 2.6g |
| Sugar | 0g |
| Sugar alcohols | 0g |
| Protein | 11.7g |
| Fat | 29.5g |
| Sodium | 1460mg |
| Potassium | 170mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central (SR Legacy). Net carbs = total carbs − fiber − sugar alcohols, computed by CarbMeNot.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many carbs are in bacon?
- Bacon has 5.3g of total carbs and 2.7g of net carbs per 100 grams.
- How many net carbs are in bacon?
- Bacon has 2.7g of net carbs per 100 grams (total carbs 5.3g minus 2.6g fiber).
- Is bacon keto-friendly?
- Yes — bacon is keto-friendly. It has 2.7g net carbs per 100g (5.3g total carbs − 2.6g fiber). On a standard keto diet (20–50g net carbs per day), that leaves plenty of room for other protein foods and meals.
- How many calories are in bacon?
- Bacon has 309 calories per 100 grams.
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