Shakes and Blasts · Updated 2026-08-01
Sonic Caramel Classic Shake, 2026
Price, calories, and what it actually costs at 3,361 drive-ins across 38 states.
How much is the Sonic Caramel Classic Shake, and how many calories?
The Sonic Caramel Classic Shake (small) costs $4.19 at a typical drive-in and has 580 calories. Every Sonic is franchised and sets its own price, so it runs from $2.99 to $7.59 depending on which drive-in you pull into. It is sold at 3,361 Sonics.
From the real menu price at 3,361 drive-ins, refreshed 2026-08-01.
Price & Details
- Typical price, small
- $4.19
- Calories
- 580
- Price range
- $2.99 to $7.59
- Most common price
- $3.99 (14% of stores)
- Calories per dollar
- 135
- Category
- Shakes and Blasts
- Sold at
- 3,361 drive-ins
- Sizes
- Mini, Small, Medium, Large
What is in the Sonic Caramel Classic Shake
Our Caramel Shake is made with creamy vanilla soft serve, rich caramel flavor and finished with whipped topping and a cherry.
Compared
How the Caramel Classic Shake Compare in Shakes and Blasts
Calories per dollar is the column that says which is the better deal, not just the cheaper one.
| Item | Typical price | Calories | Cal / $ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peanut Butter Classic Shake | $4.89 | 830 | 167 |
| OREO Cheesecake Master Shake | $4.69 | 750 | 156 |
| Strawberry Cheesecake Master Shake | $4.69 | 620 | 129 |
| Banana Classic Shake | $4.19 | 590 | 138 |
| Caramel Classic Shake | $4.19 | 580 | 135 |
| Chocolate Classic Shake | $4.19 | 570 | 133 |
| Hot Fudge Classic Shake | $4.19 | 600 | 140 |
| Strawberry Classic Shake | $4.19 | 560 | 131 |
Median price across every drive-in that sells it. The highlighted row is this item.
What it costs
How Much Is the Sonic Caramel Classic Shake?
Most Sonic drive-ins charge about $4.19 for the Caramel Classic Shake (Small). A few go as low as $2.99 or as high as $7.59, because every Sonic is owned separately and sets its own price.
Cheapest
$2.99
the lowest anywhere
Usual price
$4.19
what most people pay
Most expensive
$7.59
the highest anywhere
Every Size
Sonic Caramel Classic Shake Prices by Size
4 sizes, not priced proportionally. The largest is the cheapest per calorie.
Mini
$3.49
380 cal · 109 per $
Small
$4.19
580 cal · 138 per $
Medium
$4.89
740 cal · 151 per $
Large
$6.19
1090 cal · 176 per $
| Size | Typical | Range | Calories | Cal / $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini | $3.49 | $2.29 to $6.19 | 380 | 109 |
| Small | $4.19 | $2.99 to $7.59 | 580 | 138 |
| Medium | $4.89 | $3.69 to $8.29 | 740 | 151 |
| Large | $6.19 | $4.59 to $13.19 | 1090 | 176 |
Median price across every Sonic that sells the size. The highlighted row is the size most stores stock.
State by State
Sonic Caramel Classic Shake Price by State
Sonic is franchised, so the price is set drive-in by drive-in rather than nationally. Across the 38 states with enough stores to average honestly, the small runs from $3.93 in OK to $5.88 in CT, a 154% swing for identical food.
| # | State | Avg price | Range | vs national |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OK258 stores | $3.93 | $3.09to$4.99 | -$0.36-8.4% |
| 2 | UT16 stores | $4.00 | $3.99to$4.19 | -$0.29-6.8% |
| 3 | TX901 stores | $4.01 | $3.29to$5.69 | -$0.28-6.5% |
| 4 | NC80 stores | $4.05 | $3.39to$5.19 | -$0.24-5.6% |
| 5 | AR190 stores | $4.07 | $3.29to$4.89 | -$0.22-5.1% |
| 6 | GA65 stores | $4.12 | $3.39to$5.49 | -$0.17-4% |
| 7 | SC74 stores | $4.13 | $3.39to$4.79 | -$0.16-3.7% |
| 8 | ID21 stores | $4.19 | $3.99to$5.29 | -$0.10-2.3% |
| 9 | NV23 stores | $4.20 | $3.99to$4.29 | -$0.09-2.1% |
| 10 | MS119 stores | $4.26 | $2.99to$4.79 | -$0.03-0.7% |
| 11 | IN26 stores | $4.29 | $3.99to$5.59 | +$0.000% |
| 12 | KS131 stores | $4.29 | $3.59to$5.69 | +$0.000% |
| 13 | LA158 stores | $4.35 | $3.49to$4.99 | +$0.06+1.4% |
| 14 | NM69 stores | $4.35 | $4.19to$4.59 | +$0.06+1.4% |
| 15 | AL95 stores | $4.36 | $3.49to$4.99 | +$0.07+1.6% |
| 16 | KY67 stores | $4.40 | $3.79to$5.19 | +$0.11+2.6% |
| 17 | TN219 stores | $4.41 | $3.39to$5.29 | +$0.12+2.8% |
| 18 | WV7 stores | $4.45 | $4.29to$4.59 | +$0.16+3.7% |
| 19 | MO183 stores | $4.47 | $3.69to$5.29 | +$0.18+4.2% |
| 20 | AZ87 stores | $4.53 | $4.39to$4.99 | +$0.24+5.6% |
| 21 | VA50 stores | $4.54 | $3.99to$5.19 | +$0.25+5.8% |
| 22 | OH36 stores | $4.57 | $3.89to$4.99 | +$0.28+6.5% |
| 23 | WY6 stores | $4.57 | $3.89to$4.89 | +$0.28+6.5% |
| 24 | CO78 stores | $4.60 | $3.99to$5.09 | +$0.31+7.2% |
| 25 | WA14 stores | $4.72 | $4.40to$5.49 | +$0.43+10% |
| 26 | IL51 stores | $4.74 | $3.69to$5.59 | +$0.45+10.5% |
| 27 | FL88 stores | $4.78 | $3.99to$5.39 | +$0.49+11.4% |
| 28 | OR13 stores | $4.79 | $4.40to$5.39 | +$0.50+11.7% |
| 29 | PA19 stores | $4.83 | $4.29to$5.49 | +$0.54+12.6% |
| 30 | MI16 stores | $4.98 | $4.39to$5.49 | +$0.69+16.1% |
| 31 | IA10 stores | $5.03 | $4.39to$7.09 | +$0.74+17.2% |
| 32 | MD12 stores | $5.07 | $4.89to$5.49 | +$0.78+18.2% |
| 33 | NY25 stores | $5.11 | $3.59to$5.89 | +$0.82+19.1% |
| 34 | NJ13 stores | $5.17 | $4.69to$5.99 | +$0.88+20.5% |
| 35 | NE29 stores | $5.18 | $4.49to$7.59 | +$0.89+20.7% |
| 36 | CA79 stores | $5.34 | $4.69to$6.99 | +$1.05+24.5% |
| 37 | MN5 stores | $5.39 | $5.39to$5.39 | +$1.10+25.6% |
| 38 | CT7 stores | $5.88 | $5.69to$5.99 | +$1.59+37.1% |
Ranked cheapest to dearest. Diff is against the $4.29 national average. States with fewer than five stores are left out.
Quick answers
Sonic Caramel Classic Shake: Common Questions
How much is the Sonic Caramel Classic Shake?
About $4.19 at a typical drive-in. It runs from $2.99 to $7.59 because each Sonic sets its own price.
How many calories are in the Sonic Caramel Classic Shake?
580 calories, 200 of them from fat. Sonic publishes no protein or carbohydrate figures.
What sizes does the Sonic Caramel Classic Shake come in?
4: Mini, Small, Medium, Large. Most drive-ins stock the Small.
Why does the Sonic Caramel Classic Shake cost more at some locations?
Sonic is franchised, so each owner sets the price. That is why this page shows a range, not one number.
Where is the Sonic Caramel Classic Shake cheapest?
OK, averaging $3.93. CT is the priciest at $5.88.
Does every Sonic sell the Caramel Classic Shake?
It is on the menu at 3,361 of the 3,357 drive-ins in our data. A few franchises drop items, so check yours.
Can I order the Sonic Caramel Classic Shake all day?
Yes. It is on the regular menu, so it is available any time the drive-in is open.
How do I find the Sonic Caramel Classic Shake near me?
Use the Sonic app or the store locator to find your nearest drive-in, then order it at the stall or for pickup.
Can I order the Sonic Caramel Classic Shake on the app?
Yes. You can order it in the Sonic app for drive-in pickup or delivery, and app-only deals sometimes apply.
What is in the Sonic Caramel Classic Shake?
Our Caramel Shake is made with creamy vanilla soft serve, rich caramel flavor and finished with whipped topping and a cherry.
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