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 | 2181 |
2000 | 2181 |
2001 | 2181 |
2002 | 2187 |
2003 | 2187 |
2004 | 2288 |
2005 | 2419 |
2006 | 2542 |
2007 | 2765 |
2008 | 2958 |
2009 | 3124 |
2010 | 3200 |
2011 | 3256 |
2012 | 3255 |
2013 | 3232 |
2014 | 3176 |
2015 | 3166 |
2016 | 3161 |
2017 | 3155 |
2018 | 3142 |
2019 | 3116 |
2020 | 3083 |
2021 | 3032 |
2022 | 2982 |
2023 | 2953 |
2024 | 2947 |