Letters in Spatial and Resource Sciences

metrics 2024

Innovating Solutions for Spatial and Resource Challenges

Introduction

Letters in Spatial and Resource Sciences, published by Springer Heidelberg, is a prestigious journal dedicated to the interdisciplinary exploration of spatial and resource-related issues within the fields of demography, economics, geography, planning, and urban studies. Since its inception in 2008, this journal has provided a platform for cutting-edge research, facilitating the exchange of innovative ideas and methodologies that address contemporary challenges in spatial dynamics and resource allocation. With an impact factor reflecting its robust standing in academic circles (notably ranking Q2 in Demography and Geography, and Q3 in Economics and Econometrics as of 2023), it serves as an essential resource for scholars and practitioners alike. The journal is committed to fostering open dialogue and advancing the understanding of spatial phenomena, making it a vital asset for anyone engaged in these dynamic areas of study. Targeting a diverse audience, from researchers to industry professionals, it aims to enhance scholarly communication and promote evidence-based solutions to spatial and resource dilemmas.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.36
Journal Impact Factor1.80
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.40
H-Index22
Journal IF Without Self1.80
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.06
Influence0.27
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life5.00
Citing Half Life5.70
JCI0.71
Total Documents357
WOS Total Citations330
SCIMAGO Total Citations731
SCIMAGO SELF Citations40
Scopus Journal Rank0.36
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.95
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.90
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.69

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Demography in Social Sciences
Rank #45/139
Percentile 67.63
Quartile Q2
Urban Studies in Social Sciences
Rank #103/279
Percentile 63.08
Quartile Q2
Geography, Planning and Development in Social Sciences
Rank #370/821
Percentile 54.93
Quartile Q2
Economics and Econometrics in Economics, Econometrics and Finance
Rank #386/716
Percentile 46.09
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

GEOGRAPHY
Rank 61/171
Percentile 64.60
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

GEOGRAPHY
Rank 63/172
Percentile 63.37
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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