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Journal of Public Economics
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Journal of Public Economics

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Economics and Finance 24 120 130 34

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 167
Documents by Best Scientists*: 164
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 13
SCIMAGO H-index: 184
SCIMAGO SJR: 4.092
Impact Factor: 3.4

Overview

Top Research Topics at Journal of Public Economics?

Journal of Public Economics aims to foster the development of research in Microeconomics, Public economics, Labour economics, Welfare and Public good. The studies in Microeconomics featured incorporate elements of Double taxation, Tax reform, Indirect tax and Value-added tax. Topics in Double taxation explored in the journal were investigated in conjunction with research in International taxation and Tax credit.

Most of the works presented in it deals with Tax credit but it intersects with the subject of State income tax. The in-depth study on State income tax also explores topics in the intersecting field of Income tax. The research on Tax reform discussed in the journal draws on the closely related field of Monetary economics.

It focuses on Indirect tax research which is adjacent to topics in Tax rate. Some problems in Public economics that were presented in Journal of Public Economics overlapped with concepts under Government and Subsidy. Journal of Public Economics connects the study in Labour economics with the closely related area of Unemployment.

  • Microeconomics (30.01%)
  • Public economics (17.10%)
  • Labour economics (15.30%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Higher education as a filter (4755 citations)
  • Income tax evasion: a theoretical analysis (3124 citations)
  • The causes of corruption: a cross-national study (2688 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Journal of Public Economics:

The published articles are organized to address concerns in the fields of Microeconomics, Public economics, Labour economics, Public good and Indirect tax. The published articles facilitate discussions on Microeconomics that incorporate concepts from other fields like Tax rate and Welfare. Government, Subsidy and Politics are some topics wherein Public economics research discussed in the published papers has an impact.

What topics the last edition of the journal is best known for?

  • Law
  • World War II
  • China

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

Journal of Public Economics facilitates discussions on Demographic economics, Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), Incentive, Political economy and Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Demographic economics research featured in it incorporates concerns from various other topics such as Regression discontinuity design, Survey data collection, Poverty, Ethnic group and Unemployment. Journal of Public Economics focused on Regression discontinuity design research but expanded to cover Politics.

Many of the studies tackled connect Unemployment with a similar field of study like Recession. Pandemic is a primary topic of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) research in the journal. Political economy research discussed connects with the study of Social distance.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Fear, lockdown, and diversion: Comparing drivers of pandemic economic decline 2020 (99 citations)
  • COVID-19, Lockdowns and Well-Being: Evidence from Google Trends (81 citations)
  • Civic capital and social distancing during the Covid-19 pandemic (43 citations)

Papers citation over time

A key indicator for each journal is its effectiveness in reaching other researchers with the papers published at that venue.

The chart below presents the interquartile range (first quartile 25%, median 50% and third quartile 75%) of the number of citations of articles over time.

The top authors publishing in Journal of Public Economics (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Helmuth Cremer (25 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Joel Slemrod (23 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Pierre Pestieau (22 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Robin Boadway (22 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Martin Feldstein (20 papers) absent at the last edition.

The overall trend for top authors publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top authors.

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in Journal of Public Economics (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Harvard University (180 papers) published 7 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • National Bureau of Economic Research (130 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology (102 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 3 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of California, Berkeley (99 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 1 more than at the previous edition,
  • Center for Economic and Policy Research (97 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition.

The overall trend for top affiliations publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top affiliations.

Publication chance based on affiliation

The publication chance index shows the ratio of articles published by the best research institutions in the journal edition to all articles published within that journal. The best research institutions were selected based on the largest number of articles published during all editions of the journal.

The chart below presents the percentage ratio of articles from top institutions (based on their ranking of total papers).Top affiliations were grouped by their rank into the following tiers: top 1-10, top 11-20, top 21-50, and top 51+. Only articles with a recognized affiliation are considered.

During the most recent 2021 edition, 4.48% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 24.22% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 16.41% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 14.06% of all publications and 45.31% were from other institutions.

Returning Authors Index

A very common phenomenon observed among researchers publishing scientific articles is the intentional selection of journals they have already attended in the past. In particular, it is worth analyzing the case when the authors participate in the same journal from year to year.

The Returning Authors Index presented below illustrates the ratio of authors who participated in both a given as well as the previous edition of the journal in relation to all participants in a given year.

Returning Institution Index

The graph below shows the Returning Institution Index, illustrating the ratio of institutions that participated in both a given and the previous edition of the conference in relation to all affiliations present in a given year.

The experience to innovation index

Our experience to innovation index was created to show a cross-section of the experience level of authors publishing in a journal. The index includes the authors publishing at the last edition of a journal, grouped by total number of publications throughout their academic career (P) and the total number of citations of these publications ever received (C).

The group intervals were selected empirically to best show the diversity of the authors' experiences, their labels were selected as a convenience, not as judgment. The authors were divided into the following groups:

  • Novice - P < 5 or C < 25 (the number of publications less than 5 or the number of citations less than 25),
  • Competent - P < 10 or C < 100 (the number of publications less than 10 or the number of citations less than 100),
  • Experienced - P < 25 or C < 625 (the number of publications less than 25 or the number of citations less than 625),
  • Master - P < 50 or C < 2500 (the number of publications less than 50 or the number of citations less than 2500),
  • Star - P ≥ 50 and C ≥ 2500 (both the number of publications greater than 50 and the number of citations greater than 2500).

The chart below illustrates experience levels of first authors in cases of publications with multiple authors.

Career Path in Public Economics

For individuals inspired by the rich tapestry of research in public economics, a career path in this field can be a fulfilling choice. Apart from a strong affinity for numbers and an analytical mindset, one of the main requirements for establishing a career in this field is a good educational background. This often begins with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, followed by a specialized Master’s degree in areas such as Public Policy, Public Administration, or directly in Public Economics.

Obtaining a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential can also be beneficial for those looking to delve into taxation aspects of public economics. This certification not only enhances credibility but also offers deeper insight and knowledge about intricate tax and finance-related issues. For those interested, here is a detailed guide on how to become a CPA in Maryland.

A doctorate degree can significantly aid those looking to contribute to the existing body of research in public economics or pursue a career in academia. Conducting research, publishing papers, and attending conferences are key activities in this career path. Additionally, jobs in government institutions, economic consultancies, and financial firms can be fitting professional pursuits in the realm of public economics.

Ultimately, forging a successful career path in public economics requires a combination of solid educational qualifications, relevant certifications, and a passion for understanding the economic mechanisms behind public policy.

Top Publications

  • Polarization and Public Health: Partisan Differences in Social Distancing during the Coronavirus Pandemic.

    Hunt Allcott;Levi Boxell;Jacob C Conway;Matthew Gentzkow

    (2020)
    1259 Citations
  • The Impact of COVID-19 on Student Experiences and Expectations: Evidence from a Survey.

    Esteban M Aucejo;Jacob F French;Maria Paola Ugalde Araya;Basit Zafar

    (2020)
    977 Citations
  • Fear, lockdown, and diversion: Comparing drivers of pandemic economic decline 2020

    Austan Goolsbee;Chad Syverson

    (2021)
    803 Citations
  • COVID-19, Lockdowns and Well-Being: Evidence from Google Trends

    Abel Brodeur;Andrew E. Clark;Sarah Fleche;Nattavudh Powdthavee

    (2021)
    595 Citations
  • Civic capital and social distancing during the Covid-19 pandemic

    John M. Barrios;Efraim Benmelech;Yael V. Hochberg;Paola Sapienza

    (2021)
    330 Citations

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