How Much Is 1 Pint of Milk in Ounces?
1 pint of milk weighs 17.21 oz. This is based on milk having a density of 244g per cup. Because pints measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 1 pint.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 pint of milk
- 1 pint of milk = 488g
- 1 × 488 = 488g
- Convert grams to ounces: 488 ÷ 28.3495 = 17.21 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For liquids, place your measuring cup on a flat surface and read at eye level. The bottom of the meniscus (the curve at the surface) should align with the measurement line.
Milk at Different Amounts
How milk scales across common pints measurements. Your amount (1 pint) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 pint of milk (488g) is close in weight to a bottle of water (500 ml) (510g).
Other Amounts of Milk
Understanding the Units
What is a Pint?
The pint is one of the most confusing measurements across countries because the difference between US and UK versions is so large. Always check which country a recipe comes from before measuring in pints.
What is an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.