What are the main factors that influence a Real Estate Sales Agent's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Real Estate Sales Agent?

Real Estate Sales Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Real Estate Sales Agent roles are District of Columbia $53,815, California $53,610, Massachusetts $52,896. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Real Estate Sales Agent roles make?

Salaries for Real Estate Sales Agent level roles vary by specialization: Real Estate Sales: $266,861; Top Real Estate Agent: $114,145; Real Estate Leasing Agent: $105,056; Commercial Real Estate Agent: $103,680; Real Estate Sales Agent/Realtor: $103,448.

Real Estate Sales Agent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Real Estate Sales Agent make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Real Estate Sales Agent in Delaware is $49,222 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Real Estate Sales Agent's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,797
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,085 to $62,609
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,050

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Real Estate Sales Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,609	$5,217	$1,204	$30
Average	$49,222	$4,102	$947	$24
25th Percentile	$48,085	$4,007	$925	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Real Estate Sales Agent Salaries

A Real Estate Sales Agent's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Real Estate Sales Agent Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Real Estate Sales Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,815.
California: $53,610.
Massachusetts: $52,896.

District of Columbia $53,815 California $53,610 Massachusetts $52,896 Washington $52,702 New Jersey $52,682 Alaska $52,614 Connecticut $51,943 New York $51,671

Hawaii $50,801 Rhode Island $50,393 Maryland $50,116 Minnesota $49,737 Colorado $49,591 Illinois $49,542 Oregon $49,358 Delaware $49,222

New Hampshire $49,136 Virginia $48,944 Pennsylvania $48,386 Nevada $48,104 North Dakota $48,011 Michigan $47,865 Wisconsin $47,812 Vermont $47,705

Texas $47,409 Maine $47,389 Arizona $47,360 Ohio $47,326 Georgia $46,879 Indiana $46,655 Wyoming $46,611 Utah $46,543

Iowa $46,514 Kansas $46,281 Louisiana $46,213 North Carolina $46,189 Missouri $46,179 Florida $45,989 Montana $45,887 Nebraska $45,790

Kentucky $45,737 South Carolina $45,542 Tennessee $45,421 Idaho $45,372 New Mexico $45,017 Oklahoma $44,939 Alabama $44,653 South Dakota $44,172

Arkansas $43,909 West Virginia $43,768 Mississippi $43,345

Top Paying Cities for Real Estate Sales Agents

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $49,000
Little Creek: $49,359
Magnolia: $49,288

Lincoln, DE $49,000 Little Creek, DE $49,359 Magnolia, DE $49,288 Milford, DE $49,124 Marydel, DE $49,205 Millsboro, DE $48,794 Millville, DE $48,870 Milton, DE $48,954

Nassau, DE $48,990 Ocean View, DE $48,861 Rehoboth Beach, DE $48,955 Seaford, DE $48,983 Selbyville, DE $48,780 Smyrna, DE $49,393 Viola, DE $49,165 Woodside, DE $49,297

Bear, DE $49,184 Newark, DE $49,165 Claymont, DE $49,266 Delaware City, DE $49,214 Hockessin, DE $49,161 Kirkwood, DE $49,205 Middletown, DE $49,224 Montchanin, DE $49,172

New Castle, DE $49,179 Odessa, DE $49,248 Port Penn, DE $49,281 Rockland, DE $49,177 Saint Georges, DE $49,208 Townsend, DE $49,284 Winterthur, DE $49,183 Lewes, DE $48,973

Wilmington, DE $49,163 Dover, DE $49,359 Dover Afb, DE $49,099 Bethany Beach, DE $48,810 Bethel, DE $48,860 Bridgeville, DE $48,976 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,220 Cheswold, DE $49,343

Clayton, DE $49,344 Dagsboro, DE $48,776 Delmar, DE $48,698 Ellendale, DE $48,845 Felton, DE $49,120 Fenwick Island, DE $48,787 Frankford, DE $48,701 Frederica, DE $49,169

Georgetown, DE $48,757 Greenwood, DE $48,983 Harbeson, DE $48,809 Harrington, DE $49,058 Hartly, DE $49,211 Houston, DE $48,988 Kenton, DE $49,346 Laurel, DE $48,728

Yorklyn, DE $49,175

Real Estate Sales Agent Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Real Estate Sales Agent salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $49,222. While startup companies pay approximate $49,222.

Real Estate Sales Agent Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$49,222
Growth Stage	51~500	$49,222
Established	501~5000	$49,222
Enterprise	5000+	$49,222

Real Estate Sales Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Real Estate Sales Agent's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$48,085

Average $49,222/year

$62,609

$4,007

Average $4,102/month

$5,217

$925

Average $947/week

$1,204

$23

Average $24/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,609	$5,217	$1,204	$30
Average	$49,222	$4,102	$947	$24
25th Percentile	$48,085	$4,007	$925	$23

Real Estate Sales Agent Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Real Estate Sales Agent, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Real Estate Clerk, Sr. role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $34,063 - a projected growth of -31% over your current level.

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