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Objective (s): Several studies have showed associations between anxiety during pregnancy and adverse maternal and child health outcome. This study aimed to explore this relationship among Iranian pregnant women. Methods: This was a qualitative study. To collect data purposive sampling and face-to-face semi-structured in-depth interviews were used. Women were asked to explain their experiences and perceptions on socioeconomic issues and induced anxiety during pregnancy. A conventional content analysis approach was used for analyzing the data. Data analysis was conducted using MAXQDA software. Results: Twenty eight pregnant women from different social backgrounds, educational levels and ethnicity aged 18-41 years old participated in this study. Socioeconomic determinants of induced anxiety were found to be:  pregnancy interference with the social role, gender discrimination, financial responsibilities of raising a child, unnecessary interfering of significant others, quality of support. Conclusion: The findings suggest that timely screening of at risk mothers and strengthening prenatal related education specially trying to change incorrect believes are essential for reducing anxiety during pregnancy.