What Real Estate Brokers and Sales Agents Do
Real estate brokers and sales agents help clients buy, sell, and rent properties.
Work Environment
Most real estate brokers and sales agents are self-employed. Although they often work irregular hours, many are able to set their own schedules.
How to Become a Real Estate Broker or Sales Agent
Real estate brokers and sales agents typically need a high school diploma or equivalent to enter the occupation. Every state requires real estate brokers and agents to be licensed.
Pay
The median annual wage for real estate brokers was $72,280 in May 2024. The median annual wage for real estate sales agents was $56,320 in May 2024.
Job Outlook
Overall employment of real estate brokers and sales agents is projected to grow 3 percent from 2024 to 2034, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 46,300 openings for real estate brokers and sales agents are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
State & Area Data
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More Information, Including Links to O*NET
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