International Journal of Urban and Regional Research
Impact Factor Trend (2022–2026)
Clarivate IF trend for International Journal of Urban and Regional Research
SCImago Journal Rank citation prestige weighting
146 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
A groundbreaking forum for intellectual debate, IJURR is at the forefront of urban and regional research. With a cutting edge approach to linking theoretical development and empirical research, and a consistent demand for quality, IJURR encompasses key material from an unparalleled range of critical, comparative and geographic perspectives. Embracing a multidisciplinary approach to the field, IJURR is essential reading for social scientists with a concern for the complex, changing roles and futures of cities and regions.
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WoS Categories & Quartiles
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GEOGRAPHY
REGIONAL & URBAN PLANNING
URBAN STUDIES
GEOGRAPHY
REGIONAL & URBAN PLANNING
URBAN STUDIES
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SCImago & Scopus Journal Intelligence
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Scopus 3-Year Publication & Citation Window
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Societal Impact & Inclusivity (SCImago)
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Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Classification
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisInternational Journal of Urban and Regional Research (ISSN: 0309-1317) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Multiple, published by Wiley-Blackwell in United Kingdom. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 2.40, ranking in quartile Q2 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 1.104 (Q1), an H-index of 146.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with an annual output of approximately 57 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $3,646 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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