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Cardiologist

A comprehensive guide to Cardiologist licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$138,639 / yr

Min. Education

Degree required

Job Outlook

See salary section for local market context

Top Paying State

Indiana

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
IN
IndianaCompact: No
$529,020High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
NE
NebraskaCompact: Yes
$491,300High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseVaries by state board1-10 yearsDetails
TN
TennesseeCompact: Yes
$480,980High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
FL
FloridaCompact: Pending
$479,240High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
SC
South CarolinaCompact: Yes
$477,380High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
IL
IllinoisCompact: No
$475,650High CoL Adjusted
Preliminary/temporary licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
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