How much commission does a realtor make in Texas?

Low-commission realtors in Texas are on the rise as well, and these agents sometimes offer commission rates as low as 1%.

A realtor in Texas can make a commission of 1% to 6% of the sales price. However, the average typically falls in the 5% to 6% range.

Properties valued at $1 million or more see a realtor getting a commission of 4% to 5%. This rate is generally negotiated between the listing agent and the seller before a contract is signed.

Commissions are then split between the listing agent and buying agent. Typically, this is a 50/50 split; however, variations can happen.

Dual agency is another possibility that relates to a realtor's commission. If the listing agent secures a buyer and represents both, then they receive full commission.

Lastly, the commission is split between the realtor and the broker. The broker will receive the proceeds from a sale, then pay the realtor their portion. The agreed-upon commission split can vary from realtor to realtor, even within the same brokerage.

Rookie realtors may receive a 50/50 split, while veteran agents can get upwards of 70/30 or 80/20.