How much does a cardiologist make in Charlotte?
$528,800a year
Median yearly pay for cardiologists in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area. That is $254.21 an hour or $44,060 a month.
- Hourly
- $254.21
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 58
- Jobs in the area
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $141,500Median: $528,800Highest 10%: $620,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $141,500 | $68.01 | |
| 25th | $160,700 | $77.26 | |
| Median | $528,800 | $254.21 | |
| 75th | $609,700 | $293.11 | |
| 90th | $620,200 | $298.17 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for cardiologists.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $430,900 |
Related jobs in Charlotte
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $572,900 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $353,700 |
| Neurologist | $337,600 |
| Physician | $327,000 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $289,800 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $277,600 |
| Dermatologist | $276,200 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $269,300 |
| Podiatrist | $254,600 |
| Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | $239,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cardiologist make an hour in Charlotte?
The median hourly pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area is $254.21 ($528,800 a year).
Do cardiologists make more in Charlotte than the national average?
Yes: $528,800 against $496,000 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Charlotte rank for cardiologist pay?
7 of 58 metro areas with data.
How much does a cardiologist make starting out in Charlotte?
The lowest-paid 10% make $141,500 or less a year; the top 10% make $620,200 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.