Cardiologist Salary in the U.S.: 2024 Ranges by Career Stage & Setting
Annual Compensation Bands
| Career Stage | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Early (0–5 yr post-fellowship) | $250,000 – $350,000 |
| Mid (6–15 yr) | $350,000 – $500,000 |
| Senior/Leadership (15+ yr) | $500,000 – $750,000+ |
Modifiers
- Subspecialty: Interventional, EP, structural heart > general/non-invasive.
- Practice model: Private practice (higher ceiling, more risk) vs. employed (stable, RVU-based).
- Geography: High-cost metros + underserved areas pay premiums.
- Ancillary revenue: Imaging, device contracts, ASC ownership.
Medscape 2023: Cardiology mean $507k; top 10% >$700k.
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