Sociolinguistic Studies

metrics 2024

Pioneering Interdisciplinary Dialogue in Sociolinguistics

Introduction

Sociolinguistic Studies, published by EQUINOX PUBLISHING LTD, is a premier academic journal dedicated to advancing the understanding of language in its social context. With an ISSN of 1750-8649 and an E-ISSN of 1750-8657, this journal plays a vital role in the fields of linguistics, sociology, and political science, offering a platform for interdisciplinary research that bridges diverse theoretical frameworks and methodologies. Since its inception in 2008, the journal has remained committed to publishing high-quality research that contributes to the critical engagement with sociolinguistic phenomena globally. With a categorization of Q3 in both Linguistics and Language and Sociology and Political Science as of 2023, and notable Scopus rankings reflecting its intellectual contribution, Sociolinguistic Studies is essential for researchers, professionals, and students aiming to explore the intricate relationships between language, society, and identity. Although open access is not currently available, the journal's scholarly impact continues to grow as it shapes contemporary discussions in sociolinguistics through rigorous peer-reviewed articles.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.15
Journal Impact Factor0.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.70
H-Index19
Journal IF Without Self0.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.05
Influence0.30
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life11.70
Citing Half Life14.10
JCI0.14
Total Documents330
WOS Total Citations268
SCIMAGO Total Citations384
SCIMAGO SELF Citations20
Scopus Journal Rank0.15
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.15
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.34
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.59

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Language and Linguistics in Arts and Humanities
Rank #441/1088
Percentile 59.47
Quartile Q2
Linguistics and Language in Social Sciences
Rank #515/1167
Percentile 55.87
Quartile Q2
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #1003/1466
Percentile 31.58
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

LINGUISTICS
Rank 244/297
Percentile 18.00
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

LINGUISTICS
Rank 274/297
Percentile 7.74
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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