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 | 3100 |
2000 | 3120 |
2001 | 3156 |
2002 | 3222 |
2003 | 3261 |
2004 | 3342 |
2005 | 3395 |
2006 | 3458 |
2007 | 3462 |
2008 | 3452 |
2009 | 3436 |
2010 | 3452 |
2011 | 3453 |
2012 | 3476 |
2013 | 3500 |
2014 | 3533 |
2015 | 3509 |
2016 | 3468 |
2017 | 3409 |
2018 | 3385 |
2019 | 3334 |
2020 | 3363 |
2021 | 3345 |
2022 | 3327 |
2023 | 3268 |
2024 | 3233 |