Cardiologists vs. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses: Who Earns More?
Cardiologistss out-earn Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess by $432K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Cardiologistss land at $496,010 and Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess at $64,400. The education gap is real: cardiologist programs typically require doctoral or professional degree, while licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse programs require postsecondary nondegree award. Top-paying state for Cardiologistss is Washington ($656,330); for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess it's Washington ($83,150).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Cardiologists median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Cardiologistss or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess?
Cardiologistss earn more nationally. The median is $496,010 for Cardiologistss versus $64,400 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess, a difference of $432K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Cardiologists or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Cardiologists or Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses?
Cardiologists typically requires doctoral or professional degree. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses requires postsecondary nondegree award. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Cardiologistss get paid the most?
Washington is the top-paying state for Cardiologistss at $656,330/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Cardiologists vs. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Washington, Cardiologistss earn $656,330 vs. $83,150 for Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nursess. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.