Sides and Tots · Updated 2026-08-01
Sonic Ched 'R' Peppers, 2026
Price, calories, and what it actually costs at 3,361 drive-ins across 38 states.
How much is the Sonic Ched 'R' Peppers, and how many calories?
The Sonic Ched 'R' Peppers (medium) costs $5.59 at a typical drive-in and has 710 calories. Every Sonic is franchised and sets its own price, so it runs from $4.49 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, medium
- $5.59
- Calories
- 710
- Price range
- $4.49 to $7.59
- Most common price
- $5.49 (17% of stores)
- Calories per dollar
- 126
- Category
- Sides and Tots
- Sold at
- 3,361 drive-ins
- Sizes
- Small, Medium, Large
What is in the Sonic Ched 'R' Peppers
Fried until crispy, these breaded jalapeno peppers are filled with melty cheddar cheese and add a sauce of your choice for dipping!
Compared
How the Ched 'R' Peppers Compare in Sides and Tots
Calories per dollar is the column that says which is the better deal, not just the cheaper one.
| Item | Typical price | Calories | Cal / $ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ched 'R' Peppers | $5.59 | 710 | 126 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | $5.29 | 560 | 104 |
| Chili Cheese Groovy Fries | $4.69 | 540 | 114 |
| Chili Cheese Tots | $4.69 | 540 | 115 |
| Onion Rings | $3.99 | 580 | 144 |
| Cheese Tots | $3.99 | 450 | 114 |
| Cheese Groovy Fries | $3.19 | 330 | 103 |
| Groovy Fries | $2.99 | 290 | 92 |
Median price across every drive-in that sells it. The highlighted row is this item.
What it costs
How Much Is the Sonic Ched 'R' Peppers?
Most Sonic drive-ins charge about $5.59 for the Ched 'R' Peppers (Medium). A few go as low as $4.49 or as high as $7.59, because every Sonic is owned separately and sets its own price.
Cheapest
$4.49
the lowest anywhere
Usual price
$5.59
what most people pay
Most expensive
$7.59
the highest anywhere
Every Size
Sonic Ched 'R' Peppers Prices by Size
3 sizes, not priced proportionally. The largest is the cheapest per calorie.
Small
$4.29
440 cal · 103 per $
Medium
$5.59
710 cal · 127 per $
Large
$6.69
880 cal · 132 per $
| Size | Typical | Range | Calories | Cal / $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | $4.29 | $3.29 to $6.09 | 440 | 103 |
| Medium | $5.59 | $4.49 to $7.59 | 710 | 127 |
| Large | $6.69 | $4.99 to $9.39 | 880 | 132 |
Median price across every Sonic that sells the size. The highlighted row is the size most stores stock.
State by State
Sonic Ched 'R' Peppers 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 medium runs from $5.27 in NV to $6.55 in CT, a 69% swing for identical food.
| # | State | Avg price | Range | vs national |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NV23 stores | $5.27 | $4.89to$5.39 | -$0.38-6.7% |
| 2 | NC80 stores | $5.32 | $5.19to$6.69 | -$0.33-5.8% |
| 3 | IN26 stores | $5.35 | $4.89to$6.59 | -$0.30-5.3% |
| 4 | TN219 stores | $5.37 | $4.69to$6.39 | -$0.28-5% |
| 5 | NJ13 stores | $5.46 | $4.89to$6.69 | -$0.19-3.4% |
| 6 | MS119 stores | $5.48 | $4.49to$5.99 | -$0.17-3% |
| 7 | OK258 stores | $5.48 | $4.49to$6.19 | -$0.17-3% |
| 8 | UT16 stores | $5.50 | $5.49to$5.59 | -$0.15-2.7% |
| 9 | GA65 stores | $5.51 | $4.89to$7.09 | -$0.14-2.5% |
| 10 | OH36 stores | $5.51 | $5.19to$5.89 | -$0.14-2.5% |
| 11 | AR190 stores | $5.53 | $4.79to$6.29 | -$0.12-2.1% |
| 12 | NM69 stores | $5.58 | $5.39to$5.89 | -$0.07-1.2% |
| 13 | ID21 stores | $5.59 | $4.99to$6.49 | -$0.06-1.1% |
| 14 | KS131 stores | $5.59 | $5.19to$6.39 | -$0.06-1.1% |
| 15 | TX901 stores | $5.60 | $4.69to$7.39 | -$0.05-0.9% |
| 16 | WV7 stores | $5.60 | $5.49to$6.29 | -$0.05-0.9% |
| 17 | AL95 stores | $5.62 | $4.79to$6.49 | -$0.03-0.5% |
| 18 | KY67 stores | $5.65 | $4.99to$6.19 | +$0.000% |
| 19 | LA158 stores | $5.65 | $4.99to$6.39 | +$0.000% |
| 20 | WA14 stores | $5.70 | $5.59to$6.49 | +$0.05+0.9% |
| 21 | SC74 stores | $5.72 | $5.09to$6.19 | +$0.07+1.2% |
| 22 | VA50 stores | $5.79 | $5.29to$6.69 | +$0.14+2.5% |
| 23 | AZ87 stores | $5.82 | $5.69to$6.49 | +$0.17+3% |
| 24 | NY25 stores | $5.83 | $5.19to$6.39 | +$0.18+3.2% |
| 25 | MO183 stores | $5.85 | $5.29to$6.69 | +$0.20+3.5% |
| 26 | WY6 stores | $5.87 | $5.19to$6.09 | +$0.22+3.9% |
| 27 | CO78 stores | $5.88 | $5.49to$6.59 | +$0.23+4.1% |
| 28 | FL88 stores | $5.96 | $4.99to$6.29 | +$0.31+5.5% |
| 29 | MN5 stores | $5.99 | $5.99to$5.99 | +$0.34+6% |
| 30 | MI16 stores | $6.01 | $5.49to$6.79 | +$0.36+6.4% |
| 31 | PA19 stores | $6.05 | $5.09to$6.69 | +$0.40+7.1% |
| 32 | IL51 stores | $6.06 | $5.79to$6.49 | +$0.41+7.3% |
| 33 | MD12 stores | $6.17 | $5.99to$6.39 | +$0.52+9.2% |
| 34 | IA10 stores | $6.19 | $5.79to$6.89 | +$0.54+9.6% |
| 35 | NE29 stores | $6.26 | $5.79to$7.19 | +$0.61+10.8% |
| 36 | OR13 stores | $6.32 | $5.90to$6.75 | +$0.67+11.9% |
| 37 | CA79 stores | $6.51 | $5.39to$7.29 | +$0.86+15.2% |
| 38 | CT7 stores | $6.55 | $6.49to$6.59 | +$0.90+15.9% |
Ranked cheapest to dearest. Diff is against the $5.65 national average. States with fewer than five stores are left out.
Quick answers
Sonic Ched 'R' Peppers: Common Questions
How much is the Sonic Ched 'R' Peppers?
About $5.59 at a typical drive-in. It runs from $4.49 to $7.59 because each Sonic sets its own price.
How many calories are in the Sonic Ched 'R' Peppers?
710 calories, 430 of them from fat. Sonic publishes no protein or carbohydrate figures.
What sizes does the Sonic Ched 'R' Peppers come in?
3: Small, Medium, Large. Most drive-ins stock the Medium.
Why does the Sonic Ched 'R' Peppers 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 Ched 'R' Peppers cheapest?
NV, averaging $5.27. CT is the priciest at $6.55.
Does every Sonic sell the Ched 'R' Peppers?
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 Ched 'R' Peppers 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 Ched 'R' Peppers 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 Ched 'R' Peppers 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 Ched 'R' Peppers?
Fried until crispy, these breaded jalapeno peppers are filled with melty cheddar cheese and add a sauce of your choice for dipping!
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Groovy FriesPrices and calories come from Sonic's own store-level menu data across 3,357 open drive-ins in 46 states, last refreshed 2026-08-01. Sonic sets prices per franchise, so we publish the median rather than the mean, and the range beside it. This is an independent guide and is not affiliated with Sonic Drive-In.