The Journal of Official Statistics (JOS) is an international journal dedicated to the publication of high-quality research and development in the field of official statistics. It covers a wide range of topics related to the production, dissemination, and use of official statistics, including survey methodology, statistical modeling, data analysis, data quality, and the application of statistics in various domains such as economics, social sciences, and public policy. The journal aims to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among statisticians, researchers, and practitioners working with official statistics worldwide.
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Statistics and ProbabilityQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Social Sciences, Mathematical MethodsStatistics & Probability
Scopus Categories
Statistics and Probability
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Survey Methodology and NonresponseStatistical Methods and Bayesian InferenceCensus and Population EstimationStatistical Methods and InferenceData-Driven Disease SurveillanceSurvey Sampling and Estimation TechniquesHealthcare Policy and Managementdemographic modeling and climate adaptationEconomic and Environmental ValuationAdvanced Statistical Methods and Models