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Realtor salary

Average realtor salary

$38,290

$18.41 hourly rate

Entry-level realtor salary
$27,000 yearly salary
Updated January 8, 2025

Understanding the Average Realtor Salary

The average salary for a Realtor in the United States stands at approximately $38,290 per year, translating to about $18 per hour. However, this figure can significantly vary based on several factors, including geographical location, years of experience, and the specific real estate market. For example, realtors in metropolitan areas may earn higher salaries due to increased demand and property values.

Salary by Experience Level

Entry-level realtors often start with lower salaries, while those with several years of experience can command significantly higher pay. Additionally, real estate specialties, such as luxury properties or commercial real estate, can lead to higher earnings potential.

Regional Salary Differences

Realtor salaries also differ by state. Some states, like California and New York, offer higher average salaries due to their competitive real estate markets. Understanding these regional trends can help aspiring realtors make informed career decisions.

Job Opportunities for Realtors

As the real estate market continues to evolve, several job opportunities arise within the field. Realtors can work independently or with established firms, gaining access to various resources and networks that can enhance their career prospects.

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Where can a Realtor earn more?

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Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Alliance Real Estate$50,691
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Realtor salaries by experience level

Average realtor salary by state

The highest-paying states for realtors are Connecticut, Alaska, and New York. The lowest average realtor salary states are Maryland, Georgia, and Virginia.

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Highest paying states for realtors

RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
1Connecticut$47,384$22.78
2Vermont$42,408$20.39
3New Hampshire$40,655$19.55
4Kentucky$39,450$18.97
5New Jersey$42,575$20.47
6New York$43,142$20.74
7Nevada$40,505$19.47
8Maine$41,029$19.73
9Texas$39,751$19.11
10Delaware$38,747$18.63
11West Virginia$41,459$19.93
12Utah$40,353$19.40
13Pennsylvania$36,809$17.70
14Arizona$37,484$18.02
15Alaska$43,198$20.77
16Tennessee$35,603$17.12
17Oregon$38,541$18.53
18Montana$39,373$18.93
19South Dakota$37,988$18.26
20Mississippi$36,917$17.75
21New Mexico$36,459$17.53
22Michigan$34,891$16.77
23Alabama$33,306$16.01
24Illinois$36,745$17.67
25Louisiana$36,748$17.67
26Idaho$37,530$18.04
27Ohio$34,309$16.49
28North Dakota$36,849$17.72
29Oklahoma$36,458$17.53
30Colorado$36,054$17.33
31Minnesota$36,035$17.32
32Florida$34,537$16.60
33Massachusetts$32,512$15.63
34Indiana$33,205$15.96
35Rhode Island$32,350$15.55
36District of Columbia$36,503$17.55
37Washington$34,965$16.81
38Arkansas$32,062$15.41
39Iowa$28,922$13.90
40Hawaii$36,055$17.33
41California$33,539$16.12
42Nebraska$30,071$14.46
43South Carolina$30,239$14.54
44Wisconsin$31,241$15.02
45Missouri$30,344$14.59
46Maryland$28,848$13.87
47Virginia$26,833$12.90
48Georgia$27,630$13.28
49Kansas$23,427$11.26
50North Carolina$24,182$11.63
51Wyoming$24,334$11.70

Highest paying cities for realtors

The highest-paying cities for realtors are San Antonio, TX, Concord, NH, and Alameda, CA.

RankCityAvg. salaryHourly rate
1San Antonio, TX$40,583$19.51
2Concord, NH$40,245$19.35
3Alameda, CA$36,221$17.41
4Memphis, TN$35,606$17.12
5Redmond, WA$35,163$16.91
6West Palm Beach, FL$34,727$16.70
7Hilliard, OH$33,859$16.28
8North Providence, RI$32,238$15.50
9Baltimore, MD$29,225$14.05
10Alexandria, VA$27,842$13.39

Realtors are the most in-demand in these five cities:

  1. San Antonio, TX
  2. Alameda, CA
  3. Memphis, TN
  4. Redmond, WA
  5. Baltimore, MD

Realtor salary details

A realtor's salary ranges from $27,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $53,000 at the 90th percentile.

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Average realtor salary graph, trends, and summary

What is a realtor's salary?

PercentileAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rate
90th Percentile$53,000$4,417$25
75th Percentile$45,000$3,750$22
Average$38,290$3,191$18
25th Percentile$32,000$2,667$15
10th Percentile$27,000$2,250$13

Highest paying realtor jobs

The highest paying types of realtors are real estate sales associate, real estate consultant, and real estate agent.

Job titleAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rateJob openings
Apartment Leasing Agent$32,765$2,730$15.7531,888
Sales And Leasing Consultant$54,126$4,511$26.0251,173
Home Agent$23,972$1,998$11.5380,123
Real Estate Sales Supervisor$44,321$3,693$21.3119,785
Real Estate Consultant$92,358$7,696$44.4022,428
Real Estate Internship$32,662$2,722$15.7064,154

Which companies pay realtors the most?

Realtor salaries at Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Alliance Real Estate and Morrow are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average realtor salary at companies like Graystone Homes and Keller Williams Realty are highly competitive.

Wage gap by gender, race and education

$39,000$38,400$37,800$37,200$36,600$36,000
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Realtor salary trends

The average realtor salary has risen by $7,785 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average realtor earned $30,505 annually, but today, they earn $38,290 a year. That works out to a 11% change in pay for realtors over the last decade.

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Average realtor salary over time

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Realtor salary by year

YearAvg. salaryHourly rate% Change
2025$38,300$18.41+0.2%
2024$38,200$18.37+0.5%
2023$38,000$18.28+5.5%
2022$35,900$17.26+4.1%
2021$34,400$16.55+1.6%

Recently added realtor salaries

CompanyJobLocationDate addedSalary
St. Convin LLCRealtors Start & Retire With Passive Income!!! (Va/Md/Dc/Fl/Co/Tx/Tn/Nc/Nv)Herndon, VA06/10/2025$60,000
St. Convin LLCRealtors Start & Retire With Passive Income!!! (Va/Md/Dc/Fl/Co/Tx/Tn/Nc/Nv)Herndon, VA03/27/2025$60,000
St. Convin LLCRealtors Start & Retire With Passive Income!!! (Va/Md/Dc/Fl/Co/Tx/Tn/Nc/Nv)Herndon, VA02/19/2025$60,000
Biggerpockets Inc.RealtorOklahoma City, OK02/19/2025$62,610
Biggerpockets Inc.RealtorDenton, TX02/18/2025$62,610
Biggerpockets Inc.Realtor-Shelby County&Tipton CountyMemphis, TN02/17/2025$62,610
Melia Realty GroupRealtor With Top Team-Melia Realty Group Lexington, KY ContractLexington, KY02/16/2025$40,000
St. Convin LLCRealtors Start & Retire With Passive Income!!! (Va/Md/Dc/Fl/Co/Tx/Tn/Nc/Nv)Herndon, VA01/30/2025$60,000
Bhgre-Wasilla, AkRealtorSoldotna, AK01/06/2025$70,000
Ryan Smith Home Selling TeamRealtorTemple, TX01/06/2025$85,000

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