Milk
Dairy·Density: 1.03 g/ml
Also known as: whole milk, skim milk, 2% milk
Density Information
1.03 g/ml(poured method)
Data source
USDA FoodData CentralAll Conversions
Measuring Tips
- Use a liquid measuring cup for accuracy
- Read at eye level on a flat surface
Milk — Quick Reference
Common us cup to gram conversions
| US Cup | Gram |
|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 61g |
| ⅓ cup | 81g |
| ½ cup | 122g |
| ⅔ cup | 163g |
| ¾ cup | 183g |
| 1 cup | 244g |
| 1½ cups | 366g |
| 2 cups | 487g |
Based on milk density of 1.03 g/ml (poured method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 US cup of milk weighs approximately 244 grams. This is based on a density of 1.03 g/ml using the poured measurement method.
Milk has a density of 1.03 g/ml when measured using the poured method. This data is sourced from USDA FoodData Central.
For best accuracy, always measure milk by weight (grams) using a kitchen scale. Volume measurements (cups) can vary by 10-30% depending on your measurement technique. This is especially important in baking where precision matters.