PhysEmp Job Market Index
Based on physician job listings posted on PhysEmp.
This analysis is part of the PhysEmp Physician Salary Report series.
This analysis is part of the PhysEmp Physician Salary Report series, which examines physician compensation trends using physician job listings posted on PhysEmp.
Overview
If you are a Cardiologist wondering how the job market is treating your specialty right now, the short answer is: quite well. The current Cardiology physician job market is active, geographically diverse, and showing strong demand across the country. A total of 305 active job listings were identified nationwide, with 25 listings reporting salary information, offering a meaningful snapshot of compensation trends.
Physicians interested in exploring the market can browse current Cardiology physician job opportunities on PhysEmp.
Cardiology openings appeared in states including New York, Colorado, Vermont, California, Minnesota, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Missouri, and Washington, among others. Across the listings that reported salary data, the national salary range spans from $233,388 to $835,000. That is not so much a range as it is a reminder that physician compensation can vary dramatically depending on location, practice model, and employer.
Looking at the middle of the market, the national average salary range falls between $464,915 and $575,318. This range reflects typical market dynamics such as subspecialty demand, regional cost of living, institutional resources, and the occasionally mysterious forces that cause two otherwise similar job descriptions to produce very different pay packages.
Physicians looking to compare opportunities can view all active Cardiology physician job listings nationwide .
Highest-Paying States
Among states with available salary data, Washington stands out as the highest-paying market for Cardiology physicians, posting an average salary range of $490,000 to $835,000. The top end of that range represents the highest compensation figure observed in the national dataset and suggests that certain employers in the state are willing to compete aggressively for talent.
Illinois follows closely, with a strong and consistent average salary range of $600,000 to $645,000. Unlike Washington’s wider spread, Illinois appears to offer a more concentrated cluster of high-paying opportunities.
Missouri also performs well at the top end, with listings averaging $600,000 on both the low and high ends of its range, suggesting unusually stable compensation levels within the state’s reported listings.
Minnesota rounds out the top tier with an average range of $475,000 to $607,044, combining a solid compensation floor with strong upward potential.
Physicians interested in exploring these higher-paying markets can search current Cardiology jobs across the United States.
Lowest-Paying States
At the lower end of the salary spectrum, Connecticut reported an average salary range of $340,000 to $340,000, placing it well below the national average range. For a specialty as complex and demanding as Cardiology, this figure stands out as notably conservative compared to most other markets.
Vermont also falls below the national average, reporting an average range of $400,000 to $400,000. While compensation in these states may still be competitive when factoring in lifestyle considerations or practice structure, the salary data suggests they are not currently among the most aggressive recruiting markets for Cardiology physicians.
Physicians considering relocation can review current Cardiology job opportunities nationwide on PhysEmp.
Near-Average States
Several states cluster near the national average salary range, providing useful benchmarks for evaluating market-rate compensation.
California reported an average range of $447,333 to $527,667, placing it slightly below the national midpoint but still within a competitive range.
Maryland came in at $462,500 to $525,000, closely tracking national norms.
New York, which also leads the dataset in job volume, posted an average salary range of $456,952 to $580,562, effectively straddling the national average and representing a balanced compensation market.
To see how these salary trends compare with real opportunities, physicians can explore the latest Cardiology physician job listings on PhysEmp.
Job Volume Leaders
When it comes to job availability, New York dominates the dataset. The state accounts for 13 of the 25 listings with reported salary data and holds a significant share of the 305 total national postings.
California follows with three listings, while Minnesota and Maryland each reported two.
Interestingly, the states with the highest job volume are not necessarily the ones offering the highest compensation. New York’s salary averages sit close to the national midpoint, while several lower-volume states — including Illinois, Missouri, and Washington — offer some of the most attractive pay packages.
Physicians interested in reviewing current openings can search the complete list of Cardiology physician jobs on PhysEmp .
Notable Listings
The highest salary listing in the national Cardiology dataset was located in Prosser, Washington, offering $835,000 annually, representing the current upper limit of compensation visible in the market.
At the other end of the scale, the lowest salary listing appeared in West Islip, New York, offering $233,388 annually.
This wide compensation spread illustrates how factors such as geography, hospital system size, private practice structures, and recruitment urgency can significantly influence physician pay.
Physicians interested in comparing opportunities can browse all Cardiology physician jobs currently available on PhysEmp.
Market Takeaway
For Cardiologists evaluating the current job market, New York offers the greatest volume of opportunities, making it a strong destination for physicians seeking flexibility and choice.
However, physicians focused primarily on maximizing earning potential may find more attractive compensation packages in Illinois, Missouri, Washington, and Minnesota, where salaries frequently exceed the national average.
The broader lesson from this month’s data is straightforward: while opportunity exists in nearly every region, the highest compensation often appears in markets where employers must compete harder to attract specialized physicians.
Physicians interested in exploring the market can search all Cardiology physician jobs on PhysEmp.
