What are the main factors that influence an Estate Agent's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Estate Agent?

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

How does experience change An Estate Agent's salary?

An Estate Agent's salary grows with experience: an Appraiser II (Commercial Real Estate) (2-4 years)earns $78,112, an Appraiser III (Commercial Real Estate) (4-7 years)earns $94,905, an Estate Agent (7+ years)earns $117,315, an Appraisal Manager (7+ years)earns $114,119, an Appraisal Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $150,923,

What are the highest paying states for an Estate Agent?

Estate Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Estate Agent roles are District of Columbia $128,608, California $128,120, Massachusetts $126,413. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Estate Agent roles make?

Salaries for Estate Agent level roles vary by specialization: Residential Real Estate Agent: $119,448; Luxury Real Estate Agent: $118,982; Top Real Estate Agent: $114,145; Real Estate Agent Assistant: $109,531; Real Estate Leasing Agent: $105,056.

Estate Agent Salary in Delaware

How much does an Estate Agent make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Estate Agent in Delaware is $117,631 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,842
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,673 to $121,929
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,338

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Estate Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,929	$10,161	$2,345	$59
Average	$117,631	$9,803	$2,262	$57
25th Percentile	$110,673	$9,223	$2,128	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Estate Agent Salaries

An 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Estate Agent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an 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): $78,112
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,905
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,315
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,119
Expert (over 8 years): $150,923

Levels	Salary
Appraiser... Level Estate Agent	$78,112
Appraiser... Level Estate Agent	$94,905
Estate Ag... Level Estate Agent	$117,315
Appraisal... Level Estate Agent	$114,119
Appraisal... Level Estate Agent	$150,923

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How Do Estate 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 Estate Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $128,608.
California: $128,120.
Massachusetts: $126,413.

District of Columbia $128,608 California $128,120 Massachusetts $126,413 Washington $125,948 New Jersey $125,901 Alaska $125,739 Connecticut $124,136 New York $123,485

Hawaii $121,406 Rhode Island $120,431 Maryland $119,768 Minnesota $118,862 Colorado $118,514 Illinois $118,398 Oregon $117,956 Delaware $117,631

New Hampshire $117,427 Virginia $116,969 Pennsylvania $115,633 Nevada $114,960 North Dakota $114,739 Michigan $114,390 Wisconsin $114,263 Vermont $114,007

Texas $113,299 Maine $113,252 Arizona $113,182 Ohio $113,101 Georgia $112,032 Indiana $111,498 Wyoming $111,394 Utah $111,231

Iowa $111,161 Kansas $110,604 Louisiana $110,441 North Carolina $110,383 Missouri $110,360 Florida $109,907 Montana $109,663 Nebraska $109,431

Kentucky $109,303 South Carolina $108,838 Tennessee $108,548 Idaho $108,432 New Mexico $107,584 Oklahoma $107,398 Alabama $106,713 South Dakota $105,563

Arkansas $104,935 West Virginia $104,598 Mississippi $103,588

Top Paying Cities for 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:

Lincoln: $117,102
Little Creek: $117,959
Magnolia: $117,789

Lincoln, DE $117,102 Little Creek, DE $117,959 Magnolia, DE $117,789 Milford, DE $117,399 Marydel, DE $117,592 Millsboro, DE $116,610 Millville, DE $116,790 Milton, DE $116,992

Nassau, DE $117,077 Ocean View, DE $116,770 Rehoboth Beach, DE $116,995 Seaford, DE $117,061 Selbyville, DE $116,576 Smyrna, DE $118,040 Viola, DE $117,496 Woodside, DE $117,812

Bear, DE $117,541 Newark, DE $117,496 Claymont, DE $117,737 Delaware City, DE $117,614 Hockessin, DE $117,486 Kirkwood, DE $117,592 Middletown, DE $117,637 Montchanin, DE $117,513

New Castle, DE $117,530 Odessa, DE $117,695 Port Penn, DE $117,774 Rockland, DE $117,524 Saint Georges, DE $117,600 Townsend, DE $117,781 Winterthur, DE $117,538 Lewes, DE $117,038

Wilmington, DE $117,492 Dover, DE $117,959 Dover Afb, DE $117,337 Bethany Beach, DE $116,647 Bethel, DE $116,768 Bridgeville, DE $117,043 Camden Wyoming, DE $117,627 Cheswold, DE $117,920

Clayton, DE $117,924 Dagsboro, DE $116,566 Delmar, DE $116,379 Ellendale, DE $116,732 Felton, DE $117,390 Fenwick Island, DE $116,592 Frankford, DE $116,388 Frederica, DE $117,506

Georgetown, DE $116,522 Greenwood, DE $117,062 Harbeson, DE $116,646 Harrington, DE $117,241 Hartly, DE $117,606 Houston, DE $117,074 Kenton, DE $117,930 Laurel, DE $116,452

Yorklyn, DE $117,521

Estate Agent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For 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, Estate Agent positions in Insurance or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Estate Agent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Estate Agent

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$141,157	$68.0	20%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$123,513	$59.0	5%

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

Understanding how an 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.

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$110,673

Average $117,631/year

$121,929

$9,223

Average $9,803/month

$10,161

$2,128

Average $2,262/week

$2,345

$53

Average $57/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,929	$10,161	$2,345	$59
Average	$117,631	$9,803	$2,262	$57
25th Percentile	$110,673	$9,223	$2,128	$53

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