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Cardiologist (Invasive / Interventional) Salary in California

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Cardiologist (Invasive / Interventional) in California.

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Demand: +9%
$618,750
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $297.48/hr
📊 80% Range: $425,000 – $900,000
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $425,000
25th % Junior $521,875
50th % Median $618,750
75th % Senior $759,375
90th % Top 10% $900,000
Base Annual Salary $618,750
Target Annual Bonus $74,250
Annual Stock / Equity $136,125
Total Compensation (TC) $829,125
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in California

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Cardiologist (Invasive / Interventional)

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Cardiologist (Invasive / Interventional)

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$425,000
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Cardiologist (Invasive / Interventional)

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$618,750
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Cardiologist (Invasive / Interventional)

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$759,375
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$900,000

Cardiologist (Invasive / Interventional) Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$683,100

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$673,200

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$663,300

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$633,600

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$633,600

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$633,600

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$618,750

California

COL Index: 142%
$618,750

Role Profile & Career Requirements

Cardiologists perform coronary angiograms, stent angioplasties, catheterizations, and manage complex cardiovascular diseases.

Required Education
M.D./D.O. + Internal Medicine Residency + 3-Year Cardiology Fellowship
Experience Benchmark
9+ years post-undergrad
10-Year Projected Growth
+9%

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Cardiologist (Invasive / Interventional) make in California?

The median annual salary for a Cardiologist (Invasive / Interventional) in California is $618,750, with entry-level professionals earning around $425,000 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $900,000.

What is the average hourly rate for a Cardiologist (Invasive / Interventional) in California?

On average, a Cardiologist (Invasive / Interventional) in California makes approximately $297.48 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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