Cardiologist Salary in Wisconsin
Based on 200+ workers in Wisconsin
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (WI)
$636,580
$306.05/hr
vs National Average
$489,121
+30.1% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$94K – $667K
200 employed in Wisconsin
Salary Distribution — Cardiologist in Wisconsin
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $94,340 |
| 25th percentile | $509,010 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $636,580 |
| 75th percentile | $666,880 |
| 90th percentile | $666,880 |
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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Wisconsin) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $636,580 |
| 2026 (projected) | $655,677 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Wisconsin Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $636,580 | $489,121 |
| 2026 (projected) | $655,677 | $503,795 |
Cardiologist Salary by Experience Level in Wisconsin
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $509,010 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $636,580 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $666,880 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $666,880 |
Cardiologist Salary in Other States
Related Cardiologist Salaries in Wisconsin
How other high-demand occupations in Wisconsin compare to Cardiologist ($636,580 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Cardiologist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anesthesiologist in WI | $443,990 | -30.3% | $213.46/hr |
| Surgeon in WI | $416,000 | -34.7% | $200.00/hr |
| Radiologist in WI | $392,610 | -38.3% | $188.75/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in WI | $367,160 | -42.3% | $176.52/hr |
| Psychiatrist in WI | $331,070 | -48.0% | $159.17/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in WI | $304,990 | -52.1% | $146.63/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in WI | $290,640 | -54.3% | $139.73/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in WI | $273,170 | -57.1% | $131.33/hr |
| Pediatrician in WI | $269,790 | -57.6% | $129.71/hr |
| Dentist in WI | $193,690 | -69.6% | $93.12/hr |
| Podiatrist in WI | $185,100 | -70.9% | $88.99/hr |
| Pharmacist in WI | $148,740 | -76.6% | $71.51/hr |