RURAL SOCIOLOGY

metrics 2024

Fostering Understanding of Rural Dynamics

Introduction

Rural Sociology, an esteemed journal published by Wiley, serves as a pivotal platform for the dissemination of research within the Sociology and Political Science fields, featuring the ISSN 0036-0112 and E-ISSN 1549-0831. With a commendable impact factor and esteemed ranking as Q1 in the 2023 category quartiles for Sociology and Political Science, this journal stands out, placed in the top 85th percentile in its domain according to Scopus metrics. Since its inception in 1978, Rural Sociology has provided scholars and practitioners with critical insights into rural communities, social structures, and the political frameworks that shape them, thus fostering a deeper understanding of these often-overlooked areas. The journal is essential reading for those dedicated to advancing knowledge in rural studies, with a diverse range of articles that inform policy, practice, and academic scholarship. To access the latest research and contribute to ongoing conversations in the field, visit the journal's page on Wiley's platform.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.76
Journal Impact Factor2.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.80
H-Index78
Journal IF Without Self2.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.27
Influence0.82
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life13.80
Citing Half Life8.60
JCI0.91
Total Documents700
WOS Total Citations1969
SCIMAGO Total Citations3909
SCIMAGO SELF Citations457
Scopus Journal Rank0.76
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.93
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.17
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.40

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #216/1466
Percentile 85.27
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

SOCIOLOGY
Rank 55/217
Percentile 74.90
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

SOCIOLOGY
Rank 79/217
Percentile 63.59
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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