Cardiologist Salary in New York (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$492,040
per year
Hourly Rate
$236.56
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-1% vs US median
US median $496,010
State Rank
#13 of 23
2,260 employed here

How much does a Cardiologist make in New York?

A Cardiologist working in New York earns a median salary of $492,040 per year, or about $236.56 per hour. That is 1% below the national median of $496,010 for this occupation.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $104,800 while the top 10% make $688,580 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $226,430 and $572,180 a year.

Cardiologist salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$104,800$50.38
25th percentile (early career)$226,430$108.86
50th percentile (median)$492,040$236.56
75th percentile (experienced)$572,180$275.09
90th percentile (top earners)$688,580$331.05

How New York compares

New York ranks 13th 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 New York

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 New York pay ($492,040) 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 New York?
The median Cardiologist salary in New York is $492,040 per year, or about $236.56 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $104,800 at the entry level to $688,580 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Cardiologists about 1% less than the national median of $496,010. New York ranks 13th out of 23 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Cardiologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $492,040 a year. About 2,260 Cardiologists are employed in New York. 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 New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), 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.