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 | 2690 |
2000 | 2812 |
2001 | 2724 |
2002 | 2772 |
2003 | 2824 |
2004 | 2908 |
2005 | 3001 |
2006 | 3128 |
2007 | 3265 |
2008 | 3395 |
2009 | 3445 |
2010 | 3431 |
2011 | 3445 |
2012 | 3433 |
2013 | 3415 |
2014 | 3409 |
2015 | 3432 |
2016 | 3433 |
2017 | 3420 |
2018 | 3397 |
2019 | 3425 |
2020 | 3481 |
2021 | 3498 |
2022 | 3484 |
2023 | 3458 |
2024 | 3412 |