JOURNAL OF COMMUNITY HEALTH

metrics 2024

Fostering collaboration for community health advancement.

Introduction

JOURNAL OF COMMUNITY HEALTH, published by SPRINGER, stands as a premier source of scholarly information in the fields of community health, public health, environmental, and occupational health. With an impressive impact factor and ranked in the top quartiles (Q1) across related categories, this journal positions itself as a critical resource for researchers, professionals, and students dedicated to advancing the well-being of communities. Since its inception in 1975, it has tackled vital issues affecting public health systems and policies, providing a platform for innovative research and critical analyses. The journal's high Scopus rankings reflect its commitment to quality and academic excellence, being ranked #12 in Social Sciences - Health and #36 in Medicine - Public Health. Subscribers can benefit from comprehensive reviews and empirical studies, while authors are invited to contribute to a growing body of knowledge that shapes health practices globally. With a clear focus on real-world impact and community engagement, JOURNAL OF COMMUNITY HEALTH continues to play a fundamental role in informing public health strategies and interventions.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.21
Journal Impact Factor3.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.00
H-Index78
Journal IF Without Self3.90
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.29
Influence0.93
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life6.30
Citing Half Life5.20
JCI1.55
Total Documents2444
WOS Total Citations4917
SCIMAGO Total Citations15128
SCIMAGO SELF Citations470
Scopus Journal Rank1.21
Cites / Document (2 Years)5.00
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.70
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.21

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Health (social science) in Social Sciences
Rank #12/371
Percentile 96.77
Quartile Q1
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health in Medicine
Rank #36/665
Percentile 94.59
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

HEALTH POLICY & SERVICES
Rank 9/118
Percentile 92.80
Quartile Q1
PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 60/403
Percentile 85.20
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

HEALTH POLICY & SERVICES
Rank 8/119
Percentile 93.28
Quartile Q1
PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 33/403
Percentile 91.81
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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