What are the main factors that influence a General Cardiologist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for General Cardiologist?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for General Cardiologist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A General Cardiologist's salary?

A General Cardiologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $447,904 for beginners, reaching about $452,021 at mid-level, and approach $462,536 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a General Cardiologist?

General Cardiologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Cardiologist roles are District of Columbia $505,697, California $503,779, Massachusetts $497,065. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of General Cardiologist roles make?

Salaries for General Cardiologist level roles vary by specialization: cardiologist surgeon: $520,982; Cardiologist - Invasive: $457,200; Cardiologist Fellow: $452,671; cardiologist physician: $418,646; Pediatric Cardiologist: $312,500.

General Cardiologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a General Cardiologist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Cardiologist in Delaware is $462,536 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $222.

However, a General Cardiologist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $553,848
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $433,903 to $510,332
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $407,835

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General Cardiologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$510,332	$42,528	$9,814	$245
Average	$462,536	$38,545	$8,895	$222
25th Percentile	$433,903	$36,159	$8,344	$209

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Key Factors That Influence General Cardiologist Salaries

A General 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.

How Experience Level Affects General Cardiologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a General 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $447,904
Early Career (1-2 years): $449,963
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $452,021
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $454,904
Expert (over 8 years): $462,536

Levels	Salary
Entry Level General Cardiologist	$447,904
Intermediate Level General Cardiologist	$449,963
Senior Level General Cardiologist	$452,021
Specialist Level General Cardiologist	$454,904
Expert Level General Cardiologist	$462,536

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How Do General Cardiologist Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 General Cardiologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $505,697.
California: $503,779.
Massachusetts: $497,065.

District of Columbia $505,697 California $503,779 Massachusetts $497,065 Washington $495,238 New Jersey $495,055 Alaska $494,416 Connecticut $488,113 New York $485,555

Hawaii $477,379 Rhode Island $473,543 Maryland $470,939 Minnesota $467,377 Colorado $466,007 Illinois $465,550 Oregon $463,814 Delaware $462,536

New Hampshire $461,732 Virginia $459,932 Pennsylvania $454,680 Nevada $452,031 North Dakota $451,163 Michigan $449,793 Wisconsin $449,290 Vermont $448,285

Texas $445,499 Maine $445,317 Arizona $445,043 Ohio $444,723 Georgia $440,521 Indiana $438,420 Wyoming $438,009 Utah $437,369

Iowa $437,095 Kansas $434,903 Louisiana $434,264 North Carolina $434,035 Missouri $433,944 Florida $432,163 Montana $431,204 Nebraska $430,290

Kentucky $429,788 South Carolina $427,961 Tennessee $426,819 Idaho $426,362 New Mexico $423,028 Oklahoma $422,297 Alabama $419,602 South Dakota $415,081

Arkansas $412,614 West Virginia $411,290 Mississippi $407,316

Top Paying Cities for General Cardiologists

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:

Lincoln: $460,453
Little Creek: $463,824
Magnolia: $463,157

Lincoln, DE $460,453 Little Creek, DE $463,824 Magnolia, DE $463,157 Milford, DE $461,622 Marydel, DE $462,380 Millsboro, DE $458,521 Millville, DE $459,229 Milton, DE $460,023

Nassau, DE $460,357 Ocean View, DE $459,151 Rehoboth Beach, DE $460,033 Seaford, DE $460,293 Selbyville, DE $458,388 Smyrna, DE $464,143 Viola, DE $462,006 Woodside, DE $463,248

Bear, DE $462,179 Newark, DE $462,006 Claymont, DE $462,951 Delaware City, DE $462,467 Hockessin, DE $461,965 Kirkwood, DE $462,380 Middletown, DE $462,558 Montchanin, DE $462,070

New Castle, DE $462,138 Odessa, DE $462,787 Port Penn, DE $463,097 Rockland, DE $462,115 Saint Georges, DE $462,412 Townsend, DE $463,125 Winterthur, DE $462,170 Lewes, DE $460,202

Wilmington, DE $461,987 Dover, DE $463,824 Dover Afb, DE $461,380 Bethany Beach, DE $458,667 Bethel, DE $459,142 Bridgeville, DE $460,224 Camden Wyoming, DE $462,517 Cheswold, DE $463,673

Clayton, DE $463,687 Dagsboro, DE $458,347 Delmar, DE $457,612 Ellendale, DE $459,000 Felton, DE $461,586 Fenwick Island, DE $458,448 Frankford, DE $457,648 Frederica, DE $462,042

Georgetown, DE $458,174 Greenwood, DE $460,298 Harbeson, DE $458,662 Harrington, DE $461,001 Hartly, DE $462,435 Houston, DE $460,343 Kenton, DE $463,709 Laurel, DE $457,900

Yorklyn, DE $462,102

General Cardiologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For General Cardiologist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, General Cardiologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view General Cardiologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a General Cardiologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$555,043	$267.0	20%
Healthcare	$508,789	$245.0	10%

General Cardiologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a General 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.

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$433,903

Average $462,536/year

$510,332

$36,159

Average $38,545/month

$42,528

$8,344

Average $8,895/week

$9,814

$209

Average $222/hour

$245

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$510,332	$42,528	$9,814	$245
Average	$462,536	$38,545	$8,895	$222
25th Percentile	$433,903	$36,159	$8,344	$209

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