The journal's editor is H. Russell Bernard (University of Florida).

Field Methods is a source of information for scholars, students and professionals alike.

The journal publishes articles including descriptions of methodological advances, advice on the use of specific field techniques and help with both qualitative and quantitative methods.

The journal also contains essays and book and software reviews.

According to the Journal Citation Reports, its 2017 impact factor is 1.471, ranking it 33 out of 98 journals in the category ‘Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary’.