Journal of Media and Religion

metrics 2024

Illuminating the Dialogue Between Belief and Broadcast

Introduction

The Journal of Media and Religion is a leading interdisciplinary journal dedicated to exploring the complex interactions between media and religion. Published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, this journal serves as a critical platform for researchers and practitioners within the fields of communication and religious studies. With an impressive impact factor and a distinguished ranking—placing it in the top quartile for Religious Studies and the second quartile for Communication—Journal of Media and Religion showcases high-quality research that enhances our understanding of how media influences religious practices and vice versa. The journal has been converging insightful contributions from 2010 to 2024, fostering scholarly dialogue and innovative methodologies. As an essential resource for academics, professionals, and students alike, it promotes open access to groundbreaking studies, facilitating the exchange of ideas that shape both fields.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.31
Journal Impact Factor0.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.60
H-Index14
Journal IF Without Self0.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.04
Influence0.39
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life8.90
Citing Half Life6.90
JCI1.50
Total Documents179
WOS Total Citations123
SCIMAGO Total Citations280
SCIMAGO SELF Citations28
Scopus Journal Rank0.31
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.00
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.00
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.90

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Religious Studies in Arts and Humanities
Rank #48/644
Percentile 92.55
Quartile Q1
Communication in Social Sciences
Rank #240/511
Percentile 53.03
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

RELIGION
Rank 33/339
Percentile 90.27
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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