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Source: SalaryDr salary data for Cardiology in California (Hospital Employed) (N=7 verified submissions, updated March 8, 2026, data as of 2026-03-08). URL: https://www.salarydr.com

Last updated: March 8, 2026 | Based on 7 verified submissions

Cardiology Salary in California - Hospital Employed

Real compensation data for cardiologists working in hospital employed settings in California.

$620,000
Median Salary
$585,000
Average
7
Responses
54
Hours/Week

Median

$620,000

Average

$585,000

25th

$425,000

75th

$690,000

Based on 7 physician salaries

Salary Distribution

$425,000 – $740,000
25th
$425,000
Median
$620,000
75th
$690,000
Avg
Middle 50% earn
$425,000 – $690,000
Median salary
$620,000
Average salary
$585,000

Salary Range

Minimum$425,000
Maximum$740,000

Percentiles

25th$425,000
75th$690,000

Breakdown

Monthly$51,667
Hourly$298

How This Compares

vs. All Cardiology in CaliforniaView →
This setting: $620,000
All settings: $625,000(-1%)
vs. All Hospital Employed nationwideView →
California: $620,000
National: $620,000(0%)
vs. All Cardiology nationwideView →
Hospital Employed in California: $620,000
All Cardiology: $630,000(-2%)

Salary Range

25th Percentile:$425,000
75th Percentile:$690,000
Range:$350,000 - $740,000
Hourly Rate:$207/hr

Call Schedule Insights

Based on 6 responses, Hospital Employed Cardiology physicians in California report the following call schedule patterns:

Average work week: 54 hours

Call schedules vary by practice type within Hospital Employed settings. Hospital-employed positions typically have more structured call schedules.

Other Practice Settings in California

Compare Cardiology salaries across different practice settings in California:

Private Practice
8 verified submissions
Academic
4 verified submissions

Cardiology Salaries by City in California

Explore city-level salary data for Cardiology physicians in California. Note: City pages show all practice settings combined.

Sacramento1Santa Rosa1Alameda1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Cardiology salary for Hospital Employed in California?

The average Cardiology salary for Hospital Employed settings in California is $585,000, with a median of $620,000. This is based on 7 verified submissions.

How does Hospital Employed compensation compare to other practice settings in California?

Hospital Employed physicians in California earn a median of $620,000, compared to $625,000 for all Cardiology physicians in California. This represents a -1% lower salary than the state average.

What factors influence salary in Hospital Employed settings?

Key factors include years of experience (15 years average in this data), geographic location within California, subspecialty training, and individual productivity metrics. Hospital Employed settings typically focus on stable compensation packages.

How does Hospital Employed salary in California compare to the national average?

Hospital Employed Cardiology physicians in California earn a median of $620,000, compared to $620,000 nationally for Hospital Employed settings. This is 0% below the national average for Hospital Employed settings.

What are the typical work hours for Cardiology physicians in Hospital Employed settings?

Hospital Employed Cardiology physicians in California work an average of 54 hours per week. Hospital-employed positions typically offer more predictable schedules.

What are the benefits of working in Hospital Employed settings?

Hospital Employed settings offer Steady salary, Comprehensive benefits, Malpractice coverage. However, physicians should also consider challenges such as Less autonomy and Lower earning potential.

How many Cardiology physicians work in Hospital Employed settings in California?

Based on our database, we have 7 verified submissions from Cardiology physicians in Hospital Employed settings in California. This represents approximately 37% of all Cardiology submissions from California.

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Salary Comparison

Location Statistics

Average Salary

$585,000

Median Salary

$620,000

Salary Range

$425,000 - $690,000

National Comparison

National Average

$711,608

Difference

-18% vs National Average

Sample Size

7 local / 67 national reports

Salary Distribution

Distribution based on 7 verified physician salary submissions.

Median Salary: $620,000

Physician Satisfaction in Cardiology

Satisfaction Rating

4.4/5

Average satisfaction rating reported by Cardiology physicians (1-5 scale).

Would Choose Again

100%

Percentage of Cardiology physicians who would choose this specialty again.

Career Satisfaction

Physicians cite the variety of cases and patient relationships as most rewarding aspects of this specialty.

Primary Challenges

On-call demands, administrative burden, and work-life balance are cited as the top challenges.

Salary by Experience Level

3-5 years
Average Salary
$350,000
Sample Size
1 submissions
11-15 years
Average Salary
$645,000
Sample Size
4 submissions
16+ years
Average Salary
$582,500
Sample Size
2 submissions
Salary breakdown by years of experience
Years of ExperienceAverage SalarySample Size
3-5 years$350,0001 submissions
11-15 years$645,0004 submissions
16+ years$582,5002 submissions

* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.

Take-Home Pay Calculator

Total Salary
$620,000
Federal Income Tax
-$187,586
State Income Tax
-$82,460
FICA Tax
-$23,223
Take-Home Pay
$326,731
Monthly
$27,228
Taxes (47.3%)
Take-Home (52.7%)
Based on single filing status in California. Results may vary.