The highest paid cardiologist in 10 major cities

On average, cardiologists nationwide earn $507,000 a year, according to the most recent data from Medscape. However, the highest paid cardiologists in cities including New York City and Los Angeles make far more, with salaries surpassing $1 million. 

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Here is how much the highest paid cardiologist earns in each of the 10 largest U.S. cities, according to data from Medscape’s salary reporter: 

New York City: 

Salary: $1,051,400

Years of experience: 15 to 21

Employment status: Employed

Los Angeles: 

Salary: $1,077,500

Years of experience: 29 to 35

Employment status: Employed

Chicago: 

Salary: $1,048,200

Years of experience: 29 to 35

Employment status: Employed

Houston: 

Salary: $815,200

Years of experience: 29 to 35

Employment status: Self-employed

Phoenix: 

Salary: $823,000

Years of experience: 15 to 21

Employment status: Employed

Philadelphia: 

Salary: $679,200

Years of experience: 29 to 35

Employment status: Employed

San Antonio: 

Salary: $689,500

Years of experience:22 to 28

Employment status: Employed

San Diego:

Salary: $722,200

Years of experience: 15 to 21

Employment status: Employed

Dallas: 

Salary: $813,700

Years of experience: 36+

Employment status: Self-employed

Austin, Texas: 

Salary: $754,100

Years of experience: 29 to 35

Employment status: Employed

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