Cardiologist Salary in Alabama (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Cardiologists in Alabama, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Alabama Median
$519,480
per year
Hourly Rate
$249.75
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+5% vs US median
US median $496,010
State Rank
#10 of 23
130 employed here

How much does a Cardiologist make in Alabama?

Cardiologists in Alabama take home a median of $519,480 annually — roughly $249.75 an hour — which runs 5% above the national median of $496,010.

Within Alabama, entry-level pay starts around $188,970 while the top 10% make $650,580 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $324,960 and $567,840 a year.

Cardiologist salary range in Alabama

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$188,970$90.85
25th percentile (early career)$324,960$156.23
50th percentile (median)$519,480$249.75
75th percentile (experienced)$567,840$273.00
90th percentile (top earners)$650,580$312.78

How Alabama compares

Alabama ranks 10th out of 23 states and territories for Cardiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$656,330
2Missouri$648,070
3Nebraska$646,300
4Wisconsin$636,580
5Tennessee$610,080

Working as a Cardiologist in Alabama

Nationally, about 17,000 people work as Cardiologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Alabama pay ($519,480) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Cardiologist make in Alabama?
The median Cardiologist salary in Alabama is $519,480 per year, or about $249.75 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $188,970 at the entry level to $650,580 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Alabama pay compare to the national average?
Alabama pays Cardiologists about 5% more than the national median of $496,010. Alabama ranks 10th out of 23 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Alabama a good state for Cardiologists?
Yes on pay — Alabama pays above the national median for this occupation, at $519,480 a year. About 130 Cardiologists are employed in Alabama. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Alabama?
The highest-paying occupations in Alabama include Cardiologist ($519,480), Dermatologist ($394,550), Anesthesiologist ($392,350), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.