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 | 2824 |
2000 | 2867 |
2001 | 2934 |
2002 | 3011 |
2003 | 3059 |
2004 | 3120 |
2005 | 3169 |
2006 | 3214 |
2007 | 3228 |
2008 | 3253 |
2009 | 3296 |
2010 | 3345 |
2011 | 3379 |
2012 | 3408 |
2013 | 3422 |
2014 | 3434 |
2015 | 3429 |
2016 | 3416 |
2017 | 3415 |
2018 | 3398 |
2019 | 3364 |
2020 | 3332 |
2021 | 3296 |
2022 | 3254 |
2023 | 3245 |
2024 | 3278 |