Journal of Community Practice

metrics 2024

Connecting research with real-world community needs.

Introduction

Welcome to the Journal of Community Practice, an esteemed multidisciplinary journal dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice in community development, public administration, and sociology. Published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, the journal has sustained its impactful presence since 1994, reaching a broad audience of researchers, practitioners, and students alike. As part of its mission to enrich community practice, the journal offers a platform for innovative research and thoughtful discourse, regularly achieving a Q2 category ranking in key fields including Development, Public Administration, and Sociology and Political Science. With an impressive standing in Scopus rankings—placing among the top quartile of journals in Sociology and Political Science—this journal not only informs but also shapes policy and community initiatives. Though primarily subscription-based, the journal remains committed to disseminating quality research and fostering evidence-based approaches that enhance community well-being. We invite you to explore the latest findings and contribute to the ongoing dialogue that is vital for effective community engagement.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.49
Journal Impact Factor1.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.60
H-Index38
Journal IF Without Self1.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.09
Influence0.42
Immediacy Index1.10
Cited Half Life9.80
Citing Half Life7.80
JCI0.71
Total Documents701
WOS Total Citations640
SCIMAGO Total Citations1369
SCIMAGO SELF Citations235
Scopus Journal Rank0.49
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.56
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.61
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.88

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #479/1466
Percentile 67.33
Quartile Q2
Development in Social Sciences
Rank #134/306
Percentile 56.21
Quartile Q2
Public Administration in Social Sciences
Rank #117/232
Percentile 49.57
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

SOCIAL WORK
Rank 30/91
Percentile 67.60
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

SOCIAL WORK
Rank 48/91
Percentile 47.25
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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