Cardiologist Salary in Maryland (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Maryland Median
$337,230
per year
Hourly Rate
$162.13
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-32% vs US median
US median $496,010
State Rank
#20 of 23
state estimate

How much does a Cardiologist make in Maryland?

Cardiologists in Maryland take home a median of $337,230 annually — roughly $162.13 an hour — which runs 32% below the national median of $496,010.

Within Maryland, entry-level pay starts around $149,990 while the top 10% make $716,280 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $245,650 and $465,070 a year.

Cardiologist salary range in Maryland

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$149,990$72.11
25th percentile (early career)$245,650$118.10
50th percentile (median)$337,230$162.13
75th percentile (experienced)$465,070$223.59
90th percentile (top earners)$716,280$344.37

How Maryland compares

Maryland ranks 20th 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 Maryland

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 Maryland pay ($337,230) 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 Maryland?
The median Cardiologist salary in Maryland is $337,230 per year, or about $162.13 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $149,990 at the entry level to $716,280 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Maryland pay compare to the national average?
Maryland pays Cardiologists about 32% less than the national median of $496,010. Maryland ranks 20th out of 23 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Maryland a good state for Cardiologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $337,230 a year. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Maryland?
The highest-paying occupations in Maryland include Radiologist ($581,510), Emergency Medicine Physician ($451,620), Dermatologist ($442,210), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

← See the national Cardiologist salary report

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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.