Source: SalaryDr Cardiology Fellowship Salary Data (2026). Median: $80,000/year. Sample: 28 approved salary reports. URL: https://www.salarydr.com/fellowship-salary/cardiology
Cardiology Fellowship Salary (2026)
The median cardiology fellow salary is $80,000 per year, based on 28 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. After fellowship, cardiology attendings earn a median of $600,000 — a 7.5x increase.
Source: SalaryDr self-reported data • Updated Nov 2026
Cardiology Fellow Salary by Fellowship Year
How cardiology fellow compensation changes by postgraduate year level.
| PGY Level | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | $78,000 | 11 |
| PGY-2 | $80,000 | 9 |
| PGY-3 | $84,000 | 5 |
Cardiology: Fellow vs. Attending Salary
The salary jump from fellowship to subspecialist attending is the final and often largest increase in a physician’s career.
Cardiology Fellowship Training
Fellowship Duration
3 years (general cardiology fellowship)
Salary Progression
Fellow salary increases ~$2,000–$3,000 per year of training. After completing fellowship, subspecialist cardiology attending physicians earn a median of $600,000.
Frequently Asked Questions: Cardiology Fellowship Salary
How much do cardiology fellows make in 2026?
Cardiology fellows earn a median salary of $80,000 per year based on 28 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. The middle 80% report between $68,000 and $102,520, depending on fellowship year and location.
How long is cardiology fellowship?
Cardiology fellowship training is 3 years (general cardiology fellowship). Salary increases with each year of training, typically by $2,000–$3,000 per year.
How much more do cardiology attendings make compared to fellows?
Cardiology attending physicians earn a median of $600,000, which is 7.5x more than the median fellow salary of $80,000. This gap represents the final and often largest salary jump in a physician's career.
Are cardiology fellows satisfied with their subspecialty choice?
Cardiology fellows rate their career satisfaction at 3.7/5.0 on average. 95% say they would choose cardiology again if given the choice. They work an average of 59 hours per week.
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