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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2025

Cardiologists salary in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated June 12, 2026
Median annual$253,610
Mean annual$325,320
Range (10th to 90th)$74,450 to $590,090
Washington, D.C., District of Columbia employment
State vs national-33.1% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Washington, D.C. cardiologists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$74,45025TH$133,810MEDIAN$253,61075TH$483,33090TH$590,090

The middle 50% of workers earn between $133,810 and $483,330, with a median of $253,610.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Doctoral or professional degree

  • Experience

    Internship/residency

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

Skill data from O*NET is not yet ingested for this occupation. We refresh this section when O*NET publishes a new release.

Common tasks (O*NET)

Task data from O*NET is not yet ingested for this occupation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Cardiologists in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Cardiologists in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area is $253,610.
How does Washington, D.C. compare to the national median for Cardiologists?
The Washington, D.C. metro median is -33.1% versus the BLS national figure of $379,278.
What is the salary range for Cardiologists in Washington, D.C.?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $74,450 and the 90th-percentile at $590,090 for the Washington, D.C. metro area.
What education is required for Cardiologists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Doctoral or professional degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Washington, D.C. CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.