Aim: The present study aimed at assessing the levels of addiction among tobacco users of both the smoking and smokeless variety, in Udupi taluk of Karnataka State. Materials and Methods: A cross–sectional study was done among 574 outpatients in Udupi taluk using Stratified Random Sampling Method. A 6 item modified Fagerstrom Test for Nicotine Dependence Scale for Smokers and Smokeless Tobacco was used to assess the participants’ level of addiction to tobacco, in both the smoking and the smokeless form. The data obtained was analysed statistically using SPSS version 20.0 software. Chi–square test was used for comparison and p–value < 0.05 was considered to be significant.  Results: Out of 574 participants, 234 were smokers and 340 were smokeless tobacco users. Within the age range of 18–70 years old, smokers had a mean Fagerstrom score of 6.04 ± 1.188 while smokeless tobacco users had 9.93 ± 1.662. The majority had moderate to high dependency. Females who were smoking recorded higher mean Fagerstrom scores.  Conclusion: It is vital to recognize that the degree of addiction is an important determinant in successful quit attempts for both male and female tobacco users. This data builds a preliminary consideration and platform for appropriate policy development.