Definition: In developed nations, a higher socioeconomic level has been linked, on average to healthier eating habits. Dietary quality influenced by food accessibility and availability may depend on one’s income. Objective: the aim of this study is to find out the impact of socioeconomic status on dietary intake of young adults. Methodology:  The cross-sectional study was conducted in District Mardan to find out the effect of socio-economic status on dietary intake of young adults in which participants total number was about 112 and they were enrolled in the study. Data regarding socio demographic parameters, anthropometric measurements, dietary dimensions and overall health was collected. Data were analyzed through SPSS. Results: Result of the study showed that income level is associated with the poor dietary habits as most of the population 75.9% skip meals, and become food insecure (67%). This study highlights dietary Intake of fast-food consumption is (32.2%), intake of fruits is (19.6%), intake of vegetables is (17.9%), intake of meat is (4.5%) intake of dairy products is (23.2%) intake of eggs is (22.3%) intake of sweets is (35.5%) intake of juices is (31.3%) intake of tea is (58%). Conclusion study concluded that consumption of foods such as fast food fried food, eggs, fruits, vegetables, carbonated beverages and tea were positively related to high income level similarly a diet low in fruits, vegetables and high sweets, sugar beverages had a negatively associated with low income.

Key word: Socio economic level, dietary habits, food security and food frequency questionnaire