All Storage GuidesSTORAGE // FS-014
porkSTATE: COOKEDUSDA VERIFIED
How Long Does Cooked Ham Last?
Best stored in: Airtight container or tightly wrapped in foil and plastic wrap
Refrigerator
3–5 days
32°F–40°F (0°C–4°C)
Wrap tightly to prevent drying out.
Freezer
1–2 months
0°F (−18°C)
Slice before freezing for easier portioning.
Best Storage Method
Wrap ham slices tightly in aluminum foil or plastic wrap and store in an airtight container.
Container: Airtight container or tightly wrapped in foil and plastic wrap
Signs It's Gone Bad
- ×Sour or off smell
- ×Slimy or sticky surface
- ×Gray or green discoloration
- ×Dried-out or hardened edges
Even cured ham should be refrigerated and consumed within 5 days of cooking or opening.
Source & Verification
USDA FoodSafety.gov Cold Food Storage Chart
Pro Tip: Freeze the ham bone with some meat attached — it makes the best split pea soup base you have ever tasted.