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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2025

Cardiologists salary in Richmond, Virginia

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Richmond 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$450,480
Mean annual$425,280
Range (10th to 90th)$184,240 to $580,060
Richmond, Virginia employment120
State vs national+18.8% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Richmond cardiologists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$184,24025TH$291,710MEDIAN$450,48075TH$580,06090TH$580,060

The middle 50% of workers earn between $291,710 and $580,060, with a median of $450,480.

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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Other metros in Virginia

How the Richmond metro compares to other major Virginia metro areas for cardiologists.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Cardiologists in Richmond, Virginia?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Cardiologists in the Richmond metropolitan area is $450,480.
Does Richmond pay more than the Virginia state average for Cardiologists?
The Richmond metro median is -2.4% versus the Virginia state median of $461,450.
How does Richmond compare to the national median for Cardiologists?
The Richmond metro median is +18.8% versus the BLS national figure of $379,278.
What is the salary range for Cardiologists in Richmond?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $184,240 and the 90th-percentile at $580,060 for the Richmond 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 Richmond 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.