How much does a Real Estate Agent make in 2026?
The national median Real Estate Agent salary is $54,300 per year. Real estate agents help clients buy, sell and rent residential and commercial properties.
Real Estate Agent salary by city
Median pay across 10 major US metros — sorted by highest to lowest. Click any city for a full breakdown.
| City | Median | |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | $77,100 | View → |
| Seattle, WA | $70,600 | View → |
| New York, NY | $69,500 | View → |
| Los Angeles, CA | $62,400 | View → |
| Austin, TX | $60,800 | View → |
| Denver, CO | $59,700 | View → |
| Chicago, IL | $57,600 | View → |
| Houston, TX | $56,500 | View → |
| Miami, FL | $53,800 | View → |
| Phoenix, AZ | $53,200 | View → |
What does a Real Estate Agent do?
Real estate agents help clients buy, sell and rent residential and commercial properties.
- List properties
- Show homes
- Negotiate offers
- Prepare contracts
- Market listings online
How to become a Real Estate Agent
Requires completion of pre-licensing coursework and passing the state real estate exam. No college degree required.
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FAQ — Real Estate Agent salary
What is the average Real Estate Agent salary in the United States?+
The national median Real Estate Agent salary is $54,300 per year, based on the latest BLS OEWS data (May 2024 BLS OEWS).
Which US city pays Real Estate Agents the most?+
San Francisco, CA currently pays the highest at a median of $77,100/yr — roughly 42% above the national average. Adjust for cost of living before deciding to relocate.
How much does an entry-level Real Estate Agent make?+
Entry-level Real Estate Agents typically earn around $50,100 in top-paying metros and 64% of the median nationally.
How fast is the Real Estate Agent job market growing?+
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects about average growth of +3% over the next 10 years.
Do I need a degree to be a Real Estate Agent?+
Requires completion of pre-licensing coursework and passing the state real estate exam. No college degree required.
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