Residential Real Estate Agent Salary in the United States

How much does a Residential Real Estate Agent make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Residential Real Estate Agent in the United States is $119,457 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $127,701
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,437 to $123,772
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,135
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View as table View as graph 25% $111,437 10% $104,135 90% $127,701 75% $123,772 $119,457 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Residential Real Estate Agent Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $123,772 $10,314 $2,380 $60
Average $119,457 $9,955 $2,297 $57
25th Percentile $111,437 $9,286 $2,143 $54
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Key Factors That Influence Residential Real Estate Agent Salaries

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

How Experience Level Affects Residential Real Estate Agent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Residential Real Estate Agent's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $79,919
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $97,096
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $120,014
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,741
  • Expert (over 8 years): $154,400
Levels Salary
Appraiser... Level Residential Real Estate Agent$79,919
Appraiser... Level Residential Real Estate Agent$97,096
Residenti... Level Residential Real Estate Agent$120,014
Appraisal... Level Residential Real Estate Agent$116,741
Appraisal... Level Residential Real Estate Agent$154,400
$79,919 0 yr
$97,096 < 2 yrs
$120,014 2-4 yrs
$116,741 5-8 yrs
$154,400 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

Top Paying Cities for Residential Real Estate 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:

  • San Jose: $150,671
  • San Francisco: $149,021
  • Oakland: $145,881

What Skills Can Increase a Residential Real Estate Agent's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 6.55% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Employment Authorization (Mentioned in 3.94% Job Postings):
  • Auto Repair (Mentioned in 2.92% Job Postings): Automotive Repair means the general repair, engine rebuilding or reconditioning of motor vehicles collision service such as body, frame and fender straightening and repair and painting of motor vehicles.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 6.55%
Employment Authorization 3.94%
Auto Repair 2.92%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Residential Real Estate Agent's salary.
  • Risk Management: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Auto Repair: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Risk Management
$142,154
19%
Auto Repair
$133,792
12%
Collaboration
$131,403
10%
Underwriting
$130,208
9%
Alignment
$127,819
7%
Due Diligence
$127,819
7%
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Residential Real Estate Agent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Residential Real Estate Agent roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Residential Real Estate Agent positions in Insurance or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Residential Real Estate Agent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Residential Real Estate Agent

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$143,348$69.020%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$125,430$60.05%

How Education impacts a Residential Real Estate Agent's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Residential Real Estate Agents enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Residential Real Estate Agent with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $109,899 and $119,158).

Residential Real Estate Agent Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Residential Real Estate Agent
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 12.3%
Associates 4.9%
Bachelors 57.9%
Masters 22.0%
Doctorate 2.3%
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Residential Real Estate Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Residential Real Estate 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Residential Real Estate Agent

Salaries for a Residential Real Estate Agent can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $106,136 in 2023 to around $105,809 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Residential Real Estate Agent salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Residential Real Estate Agent Over Time

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2023
$106,136
2024
$106,974
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$105,809
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2023 $106,136
2024 $106,974
2025 $105,809
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    OnAgent | Columbus, OH

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  • Reafco

    Columbus, OH

    Reafco | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Benefits. Opportunity for advancement. Paid time off. Training & development. Residential Investment Real Estate AdvisorL... more

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    Columbus, OH

    Reafco | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Benefits. Opportunity for advancement. Paid time off. Training & development. Licensed Real Estate Sales AgentLocation: C... more

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  • Rebuilt

    Columbus, OH

    Rebuilt | Columbus, OH

    Remote-Real Estate Investment Representative/Acquisitions Agent. Columbus, Ohio, United States. Rebuilt is a Private Equity-backed real estate firm that cr... more

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  • NetWorth Realty USA

    Columbus, OH

    NetWorth Realty USA | Columbus, OH

    Join NetWorth Realty. Become part of an exhilarating sales career in the fast-paced world of residential fix-and-flip real estate. This high-reward role is... more

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  • Marcus &amp; Millichap

    Columbus, OH

    Marcus &amp; Millichap | Columbus, OH

    Marcus & Millichap Commercial Real Estate Agent. Founded in 1971, Marcus & Millichap is a premier commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in inv... more

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FAQ about Residential Real Estate Agent

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Residential Real Estate Agent?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Residential Real Estate Agent roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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