How much is 1 cup of rice in grams?

Reviewed by Shree • Last checked October 2026 • How we measure
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1 cup of rice weighs 185 grams.

185 grams

≈ 6.53 oz (weight)

Level cup, spooned in (not packed)
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1 cup cup of Rice weighs 185 grams.

185 grams ≈ 6.53 oz

Nearby rice cup measurements

Compare weight conversions for common cup sizes of rice.

Cup Amount Weight (Grams) Weight (Ounces)
5 cups 925g 32.63 oz
4 cups 740g 26.1 oz
3 cups 555g 19.58 oz
2 cups 370g 13.05 oz
1 cup Current 185g 6.53 oz
1/2 cup 92.5g 3.26 oz
1/3 cup 61.05g 2.15 oz
1/4 cup 46.25g 1.63 oz

1 cup of rice in other units

If a recipe calls for 1 cup of rice, here is how that exact quantity converts into other volume and weight measurements:

  • • 185 grams (g) by weight
  • • 6.53 ounces (oz) by weight (View rice ounces chart →)
  • • 16 tablespoons (tbsp)
  • • 48 teaspoons (tsp)
  • • 8 fluid ounces (fl oz) of volume

How to measure rice accurately

Level cup, spooned in (not packed)

Measuring rice by volume using cups can introduce errors up to 20% due to settling, packing pressure, and variations between measuring cup brands. For dependable, professional baking and cooking results, weighing your ingredients in grams with an inexpensive digital kitchen scale eliminates every inconsistency.

Frequently asked questions

How many grams is 1 cup of rice?

1 cup of rice weighs 185 grams (approximately 6.53 ounces).

How many ounces is 1 cup of rice?

1 cup of rice weighs approximately 6.53 ounces (185g).

How many cups of rice is 100 grams?

100 grams of rice is approximately 0.54 cups.

How do you accurately measure 1 cup of rice?

The most accurate way to measure rice is by weight on a digital kitchen scale (185g). If measuring with cups, spoon the ingredient lightly into the measuring cup and level off flat with a knife without packing.

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