JOURNAL OF CONTAMINANT HYDROLOGY

metrics 2024

Bridging science and policy for effective water management.

Introduction

Journal of Contaminant Hydrology, published by Elsevier, is a prestigious interdisciplinary platform dedicated to advancing the field of hydrogeology and environmental science. With an impressive Impact Factor reflecting its credibility and contribution to the field, the journal is ranked in the top tiers of both Environmental Chemistry (Q2) and Water Science and Technology (Q1) categories, highlighting its significance in addressing critical issues related to water quality and pollutant behavior. Since its inception in 1986, the journal has been pivotal in disseminating cutting-edge research, crucial for practitioners, policymakers, and academic professionals seeking to understand contaminant dynamics in hydrological contexts. The Scopus Rankings position it as a leader in the field, with a strong focus on high-quality, original research that influences current and future studies. Although the journal is not open access, its insightful contributions remain accessible through various academic databases, making it an essential resource for those engaged in preserving and navigating water resources effectively.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.92
Journal Impact Factor3.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.40
H-Index112
Journal IF Without Self3.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.64
Influence0.66
Immediacy Index1.00
Cited Half Life10.40
Citing Half Life7.60
JCI0.87
Total Documents2526
WOS Total Citations5900
SCIMAGO Total Citations19496
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2002
Scopus Journal Rank0.92
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.02
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.01
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.18

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Water Science and Technology in Environmental Science
Rank #44/261
Percentile 83.14
Quartile Q1
Environmental Chemistry in Environmental Science
Rank #53/147
Percentile 63.95
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Rank 146/358
Percentile 59.40
Quartile Q2
GEOSCIENCES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 58/253
Percentile 77.30
Quartile Q1
WATER RESOURCES
Rank 32/127
Percentile 75.20
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Rank 104/359
Percentile 71.03
Quartile Q2
GEOSCIENCES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 69/253
Percentile 72.73
Quartile Q2
WATER RESOURCES
Rank 31/127
Percentile 75.59
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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