As of December 28, 2025, a Research Cardiologist earns approximately $500,000 per year ($41,667 monthly). Based on an average 42-hour work week, this translates to about $223 per hour.
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Based on 3 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Research Cardiologist ranges from $450,000 to $500,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $500,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is above the general Cardiologist average.
Entry-level Research Cardiologist positions start at $450,000, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $500,000 – a 11% increase.
Base salary makes up 86% of total compensation ($416,667), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Research Cardiologist physicians report 4.3/5 career satisfaction, with 100% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.
Focuses on specialized research procedures and treatments within cardiology, providing expert care in this specific area.
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Distribution based on 3 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $500,000
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