It estimates the article processing charges (APCs) a journal might charge, based on its visibility, prestige, and impact as measured by the SJR. It does not reflect the actual APC, but rather a calculated approximation based on journal quality.
Year | Est. APC (USD) |
1999 | 2444 |
2000 | 2519 |
2001 | 2602 |
2002 | 2606 |
2003 | 2685 |
2004 | 2756 |
2005 | 2798 |
2006 | 2830 |
2007 | 2891 |
2008 | 2902 |
2009 | 2979 |
2010 | 3032 |
2011 | 3100 |
2012 | 3145 |
2013 | 3171 |
2014 | 3139 |
2015 | 3128 |
2016 | 3089 |
2017 | 3050 |
2018 | 3033 |
2019 | 3054 |
2020 | 3055 |
2021 | 3080 |
2022 | 3108 |
2023 | 3114 |
2024 | 3090 |