Last Updated on July 1, 2026 by Dr. Bhagat
JOURNAL METRICS·Updated June 2026
Sustainable Cities and Society Impact Factor 2025 is 13.3 (Q1, Construction & Building Technology, Energy & Fuels, Green & Sustainable Science & Technology, SCIE). H-Index 142. Published by Elsevier. Median first decision: ~3 weeks. Acceptance rate ~15%. Full JCR data, desk rejection analysis, and submission guide.
Sustainable Cities and Society is an international journal published by Elsevier, focusing on fundamental and applied research aimed at designing, understanding, and promoting environmentally sustainable and socially resilient cities. The journal holds a 2025 JCR Impact Factor of 13.3 and ranks in Q1 across Construction & Building Technology, Energy & Fuels, and Green & Sustainable Science & Technology categories.
Key Takeaways
- 2025 JCR Impact Factor: 13.3
- JCR Quartile: Q1 (Construction & Building Technology | Energy & Fuels | Green & Sustainable Science & Technology)
- Publisher: Elsevier
- ISSN: 2210-6707
- Total Citations: 66,860
- Open Access: Hybrid
- APC: $3,590 USD
IMPACT FACTORSustainable Cities and Society Impact Factor 2025
Sustainable Cities and Society holds a 2025 JCR Impact Factor of 13.3, placing it in Q1 across three Web of Science subject categories: Construction & Building Technology, Energy & Fuels, and Green & Sustainable Science & Technology. The journal’s high citation rate reflects its central role in urban sustainability research.
| Year | Impact Factor |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 13.3 |
| 2024 | 12.0 |
| 2023 | 11.7 |
| 2022 | 11.0 |
| 2021 | 10.7 |
| 2020 | 7.6 |
| 2019 | 5.3 |
| 2018 | 4.6 |
| 2017 | 3.4 |
JOURNAL METRICSSustainable Cities and Society Scientometric Overview
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| JCR Impact Factor (2025) | 13.3 |
| JCR Quartile | Q1 (Construction & Building Technology, Energy & Fuels, Green & Sustainable Science & Technology) |
| Scopus CiteScore | 20.0 |
| SJR | 2.54 |
| H-Index | 142 |
| Total Citations | 66,860 |
| Publication Frequency | Monthly (12 issues/year) |
ABOUTSustainable Cities and Society Journal Scope
The journal covers topics including sustainable urban planning, green building design, renewable energy systems for cities, urban ecology, climate adaptation, smart city technologies, sustainable transportation, urban water management, waste management, and the social and economic dimensions of urban sustainability. It publishes original research articles, review papers, case studies, and short communications.
PUBLISHINGSustainable Cities and Society Publication Details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| ISSN | 2210-6707 |
| Publication Model | Hybrid (subscription + open access) |
| Article Processing Charge | $3,590 USD |
| Time to First Decision | ~3 weeks |
| Review Time | ~5.2 weeks |
| Acceptance Rate | ~15% |
EDITORIALSustainable Cities and Society Review Process
The journal uses a single-blind peer review system. Submissions are first screened by the editorial team for relevance and quality. Suitable manuscripts are sent to at least two independent reviewers. The journal reports an average time to first decision of approximately 3 weeks, with peer review averaging 5.2 weeks.
INDEXINGSustainable Cities and Society Abstracting and Indexing
The journal is indexed in Scopus, Web of Science (SCIE), SCImago, Google Scholar, and UGC CARE.
CITATION STYLESustainable Cities and Society Reference Format
The ISO 4 standard abbreviation for Sustainable Cities and Society is Sustain. Cities Soc.. The journal follows Elsevier’s reference formatting guidelines, available on the official journal website.
FREQUENTLY ASKEDSustainable Cities and Society — Common Questions
What is the impact factor of Sustainable Cities and Society in 2025?
The 2025 JCR Impact Factor for Sustainable Cities and Society is 13.3, with a Q1 ranking in three subject categories.
Is Sustainable Cities and Society a Q1 journal?
Yes, Sustainable Cities and Society ranks in Q1 in Construction & Building Technology, Energy & Fuels, and Green & Sustainable Science & Technology.
Who publishes Sustainable Cities and Society?
The journal is published by Elsevier.
What is the publication fee for Sustainable Cities and Society?
The article processing charge (APC) for open-access publication is $3,590 USD (excluding taxes). The journal also operates a subscription model.
How long does the review process take?
The average time to first decision is approximately 3 weeks, with peer review averaging 5.2 weeks.
