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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pediatric Cardiologist in South Dakota is $284,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $137.
However, a Pediatric Cardiologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Pediatric Cardiologist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $313,500 | $26,125 | $6,029 | $151 |
| Average | $284,100 | $23,675 | $5,463 | $137 |
| 25th Percentile | $267,400 | $22,283 | $5,142 | $129 |
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A Pediatric Cardiologist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Pediatric Cardiologist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Pediatric Cardiologist | $277,352 |
| Intermediate Level Pediatric Cardiologist | $278,600 |
| Senior Level Pediatric Cardiologist | $284,967 |
| Specialist Level Pediatric Cardiologist | $297,235 |
| Expert Level Pediatric Cardiologist | $299,425 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Pediatric Cardiologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
Pediatric Cardiologist salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $301,351. While startup companies pay approximate $256,794.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $256,794 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $271,080 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $291,497 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $301,351 |
For Pediatric Cardiologist roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Pediatric Cardiologist positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Pediatric Cardiologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $369,330 | $178.0 | 30% |
Understanding how a Pediatric Cardiologist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $313,500 | $26,125 | $6,029 | $151 |
| Average | $284,100 | $23,675 | $5,463 | $137 |
| 25th Percentile | $267,400 | $22,283 | $5,142 | $129 |
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