INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF COMPARATIVE SOCIOLOGY

metrics 2024

Transforming Perspectives through Comparative Analysis

Introduction

The INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF COMPARATIVE SOCIOLOGY is a prestigious publication that has been at the forefront of sociological research since its inception in 1960. Published by SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC, this journal holds an esteemed position within both the Q1 category in Social Sciences and Sociology and Political Science as of the 2023 rankings. With its ISSN 0020-7152 and E-ISSN 1745-2554, it provides a vital platform for interdisciplinary investigations that bridge various sociological phenomena across diverse cultures and political landscapes. The journal's relevance is underscored by its impressive Scopus rankings, ranking 148 out of 604 in Social Sciences and 393 out of 1466 in Sociology and Political Science, indicating a robust presence in scholarly communication. Researchers, students, and professionals alike benefit from its comprehensive analyses and insights, contributing significantly to the evolution of comparative sociology. Although the journal is not open access, it remains a critical resource for those keen on exploring complex social narratives globally.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.64
Journal Impact Factor2.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.50
H-Index53
Journal IF Without Self2.00
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.20
Influence1.03
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life11.40
Citing Half Life11.20
JCI0.94
Total Documents503
WOS Total Citations1053
SCIMAGO Total Citations1769
SCIMAGO SELF Citations128
Scopus Journal Rank0.64
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.84
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.91
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.33

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Social Sciences (miscellaneous) in Social Sciences
Rank #148/604
Percentile 75.50
Quartile Q1
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #393/1466
Percentile 73.19
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

SOCIOLOGY
Rank 72/217
Percentile 67.10
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

SOCIOLOGY
Rank 77/217
Percentile 64.52
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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