Pennsylvania Median
$579,120
per year
Hourly Rate
$278.42
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+17% vs US median
US median $496,010
State Rank
#8 of 23
640 employed here
How much does a Cardiologist make in Pennsylvania?
Cardiologists in Pennsylvania take home a median of $579,120 annually — roughly $278.42 an hour — which runs 17% above the national median of $496,010.
Within Pennsylvania, entry-level pay starts around $108,180 while the top 10% make $653,250 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $503,970 and $606,470 a year.
Cardiologist salary range in Pennsylvania
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $108,180 | $52.01 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $503,970 | $242.29 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $579,120 | $278.42 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $606,470 | $291.57 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $653,250 | $314.06 |
|
How Pennsylvania compares
Pennsylvania ranks 8th out of 23 states and territories for Cardiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Cardiologist salary in other states
Washington $656,330Missouri $648,070Nebraska $646,300Wisconsin $636,580Tennessee $610,080Georgia $610,070Indiana $588,890Kentucky $558,180Alabama $519,480Illinois $517,850Ohio $504,260New York $492,040Connecticut $488,940Virginia $461,450Michigan $419,030Florida $414,910Texas $410,150Rhode Island $395,610Maryland $337,230New Jersey $286,540Iowa $283,070California $185,610
Working as a Cardiologist in Pennsylvania
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 Pennsylvania pay ($579,120) 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 Pennsylvania?
The median Cardiologist salary in Pennsylvania is $579,120 per year, or about $278.42 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $108,180 at the entry level to $653,250 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Pennsylvania pay compare to the national average?
Pennsylvania pays Cardiologists about 17% more than the national median of $496,010. Pennsylvania ranks 8th out of 23 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for Cardiologists?
Yes on pay — Pennsylvania pays above the national median for this occupation, at $579,120 a year. About 640 Cardiologists are employed in Pennsylvania. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Pennsylvania?
The highest-paying occupations in Pennsylvania include Cardiologist ($579,120), Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons ($553,740), Anesthesiologist ($461,390), 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.