SOCIAL PROBLEMS

metrics 2024

Advancing insights into society's most pressing challenges.

Introduction

SOCIAL PROBLEMS, an esteemed journal published by Oxford University Press Inc, stands at the forefront of the sociology and political science fields. Established in 1973, this journal has evolved to become a key platform for advancing theoretical and empirical research on the pressing social issues of our time, spanning various critical topics such as inequality, crime, health disparities, and policy impacts. With an impressive 2023 impact factor placing it in the Q1 category for both sociology and political science, SOCIAL PROBLEMS is ranked #68 out of 1466 journals in its category, representing the top 95th percentile in Scopus rankings. While not an Open Access publication, the journal maintains a commitment to disseminating influential research and scholarship, enabling researchers, professionals, and students to engage with cutting-edge discussions and findings. For those passionate about understanding and addressing social challenges, SOCIAL PROBLEMS offers invaluable insights and a rigorous academic community.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.81
Journal Impact Factor3.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.50
H-Index114
Journal IF Without Self3.00
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor1.08
Influence1.83
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life19.50
Citing Half Life10.40
JCI1.86
Total Documents824
WOS Total Citations5764
SCIMAGO Total Citations6192
SCIMAGO SELF Citations201
Scopus Journal Rank1.81
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.42
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.59
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.77

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #68/1466
Percentile 95.36
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

SOCIOLOGY
Rank 27/217
Percentile 87.80
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

SOCIOLOGY
Rank 19/217
Percentile 91.24
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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