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 | 3770 |
2000 | 3683 |
2001 | 3656 |
2002 | 3617 |
2003 | 3603 |
2004 | 3568 |
2005 | 3572 |
2006 | 3571 |
2007 | 3619 |
2008 | 3639 |
2009 | 3643 |
2010 | 3618 |
2011 | 3596 |
2012 | 3536 |
2013 | 3484 |
2014 | 3414 |
2015 | 3373 |
2016 | 3327 |
2017 | 3296 |
2018 | 3287 |
2019 | 3298 |
2020 | 3291 |
2021 | 3257 |
2022 | 3205 |
2023 | 3130 |
2024 | 3036 |