Perfusionist Salary
Median annual base pay is $180,000 across 24 reported Perfusionist salaries.
Updated 21 August 2026
Salary Distribution (By Percentile)
| P10 | P25 | Median | P75 | P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $96,470 | $152,006 | $180,000 | $205,000 | $223,750 |
Highest Paying States
| State | Median | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| California | $205,000 | 9 |
| Florida | $185,000 | 5 |
Top Employers
| Employer | Median | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| SpecialtyCare, Inc. | $205,000 | 7 |
By Practice Setting
| Setting | Median | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| Perfusion Contract / Management Group | $185,000 | 12 |
Salary by Level
| Level | Median | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| Junior / Early Career | $170,000 | 18 |
Perfusionist salaries by state
Common questions
How much does a Perfusionist make?
The median Perfusionist salary is $180,000 per year, based on 24 reported salaries.
Which state pays Perfusionists the most?
California has the highest median at $205,000 per year, of the states with enough reports to publish a median.
How much does a Perfusionist at the Junior / Early Career level make?
$170,000 per year at the median — $10,000 below the Perfusionist median.
Which employers pay Perfusionists the most?
Of the employers with enough reports to publish a median, SpecialtyCare, Inc. is highest at $205,000 per year.