Source: SalaryDr Cardiology Residency Salary Data (2026). Median: $79,000/year. Sample: 38 approved salary reports. URL: https://www.salarydr.com/residency-salary/cardiology
Cardiology Residency Salary (2026)
The median cardiology fellow salary is $79,000 per year, based on 38 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. After training, cardiology attendings earn a median of $600,000 — a 7.6x increase.
Source: SalaryDr self-reported data • Updated Nov 2026
Cardiology Resident Salary by PGY Year
How cardiology resident compensation changes by postgraduate year level.
| PGY Level | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | $74,301 | 15 |
| PGY-2 | $80,000 | 11 |
| PGY-3 | $81,500 | 8 |
Cardiology: Resident vs. Attending Salary
The salary jump from residency to attending is the largest increase in a physician’s career.
Cardiology Resident Salary by State
Top-paying states for cardiology residents based on approved salary reports.
| State | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $68,000 | 5 |
Cardiology Residency Training
Training Length
3 years fellowship after IM residency
Salary Progression
Resident salary increases ~$2,000–$3,000 per PGY year. After completing training, attending cardiology physicians earn a median of $600,000.
Frequently Asked Questions: Cardiology Residency Salary
How much do cardiology residents make in 2026?
Cardiology residents earn a median salary of $79,000 per year based on 38 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. The middle 80% report between $64,363 and $102,520, depending on PGY level and location.
How long is cardiology residency?
Cardiology residency training is 3 years fellowship after IM residency. Salary increases with each year of training, typically by $2,000–$3,000 per PGY level.
How much more do cardiology attendings make compared to residents?
Cardiology attending physicians earn a median of $600,000, which is 7.6x more than the median resident salary of $79,000. This gap represents the largest salary jump in a physician's career.
Are cardiology residents satisfied with their specialty choice?
Cardiology residents rate their career satisfaction at 3.6/5.0 on average. 97% say they would choose cardiology again if given the choice. They work an average of 63 hours per week.
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