Cardiologist Salary in Pennsylvania
Based on 640+ workers in Pennsylvania
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (PA)
$579,120
$278.42/hr
vs National Average
$489,121
+18.4% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$108K – $653K
640 employed in Pennsylvania
Salary Distribution — Cardiologist in Pennsylvania
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $108,180 |
| 25th percentile | $503,970 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $579,120 |
| 75th percentile | $606,470 |
| 90th percentile | $653,250 |
Top-Paying Industries for Cardiologist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Cardiologists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Cardiologists in Pennsylvania tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $506,320 | 16K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Cardiologist in Pennsylvania vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Pennsylvania) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $579,120 |
| 2026 (projected) | $596,494 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Pennsylvania Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $579,120 | $489,121 |
| 2026 (projected) | $596,494 | $503,795 |
Cardiologist Salary by Experience Level in Pennsylvania
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $503,970 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $579,120 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $606,470 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $653,250 |
Cardiologist Salary in Other States
Related Cardiologist Salaries in Pennsylvania
How other high-demand occupations in Pennsylvania compare to Cardiologist ($579,120 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Cardiologist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anesthesiologist in PA | $461,390 | -20.3% | $221.82/hr |
| Radiologist in PA | $455,380 | -21.4% | $218.93/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in PA | $306,030 | -47.2% | $147.13/hr |
| Psychiatrist in PA | $278,970 | -51.8% | $134.12/hr |
| Pediatrician in PA | $226,440 | -60.9% | $108.87/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in PA | $221,530 | -61.7% | $106.50/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in PA | $213,310 | -63.2% | $102.55/hr |
| Dentist in PA | $163,390 | -71.8% | $78.55/hr |
| Podiatrist in PA | $155,050 | -73.2% | $74.54/hr |
| Pharmacist in PA | $138,160 | -76.1% | $66.42/hr |
| Optometrist in PA | $135,400 | -76.6% | $65.10/hr |
| Veterinarian in PA | $133,520 | -76.9% | $64.19/hr |