Research in Social Stratification and Mobility

metrics 2024

Exploring the intersections of class, mobility, and society.

Introduction

Research in Social Stratification and Mobility, published by Elsevier, is a premier interdisciplinary journal dedicated to advancing the understanding of social class dynamics, inequality, and mobility within contemporary societies. As a highly regarded publication in the field, this journal holds an impressive Q1 ranking in both Social Sciences (miscellaneous) and Sociology and Political Science, reflecting its significant impact and relevance. With a Scopus rank of 25 out of 604 in Social Sciences and 63 out of 1466 in Sociology and Political Science, it stands at the forefront of scholarly discourse with a percentile placement of 95th in both categories. Researchers, professionals, and students alike will find a wealth of rigorous empirical studies, theoretical discussions, and policy analyses that illuminate the complexities of social stratification and its implications on mobility trends. Although this journal is not open access, it remains a vital resource for those invested in sociological research and policy-making, offering valuable insights that contribute to the ongoing dialogue surrounding inequality and social opportunity.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.75
Journal Impact Factor2.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.00
H-Index56
Journal IF Without Self2.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.51
Influence1.22
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life7.30
Citing Half Life11.90
JCI1.72
Total Documents702
WOS Total Citations1745
SCIMAGO Total Citations3823
SCIMAGO SELF Citations258
Scopus Journal Rank1.75
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.20
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.62
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.28

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Social Sciences (miscellaneous) in Social Sciences
Rank #25/604
Percentile 95.86
Quartile Q1
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #63/1466
Percentile 95.70
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

SOCIOLOGY
Rank 34/217
Percentile 84.60
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

SOCIOLOGY
Rank 25/217
Percentile 88.48
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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