Plan, direct, or coordinate the selling, buying, leasing, or governance activities of commercial, industrial, or residential real estate properties. Includes managers of homeowner and condominium associations, rented or leased housing units, buildings, or land (including rights-of-way).
Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers
SOC: 11-9141 O*NET: 11-9141.00
Median Salary
$66,700
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 3.6%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
39
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree or higher
Job Zone 4
Plan, direct, or coordinate the selling, buying, leasing, or governance activities of commercial, industrial, or residential real estate properties. Includes managers of homeowner and condominium associations, rented or leased housing units, buildings, or land (including rights-of-way).
What does a Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$39,360
10th percentile
Early Career
$49,530
25th percentile
Median
$66,700
50th percentile
Experienced
$95,760
75th percentile
Top Earners
$141,040
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$39,360
25th
$49,530
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$66,700
Mean: $82,720
75th
$95,760
90th
$141,040
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $101,680 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $49,530 and $95,760
- •Salary spread is 69.3% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 296,640 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:466,100
Top Industries
Real Estate and Rental and Leasing80.6%
Real Estate80.4%
Management of Companies and Enterprises3.2%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+3.6%
Annual Openings:39,000
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)466,100
Current
2034 (Projected)483,100
+3.6%
+17,000
Employment Change
+3.6%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 50 locations
California
50,410 jobs$75,1401.45x
Florida
30,350 jobs$65,1601.61x
New York
12,940 jobs$77,3200.70x
Illinois
10,070 jobs$73,2500.86x
North Carolina
9,850 jobs$01.05x
Ohio
9,740 jobs$57,1000.92x
Arizona
8,610 jobs$62,4401.40x
Georgia
8,530 jobs$70,7300.91x
Pennsylvania
8,330 jobs$66,3400.72x
Michigan
6,580 jobs$58,4500.78x
New Jersey
6,220 jobs$78,3500.76x
Massachusetts
5,860 jobs$89,1400.84x
Maryland
5,420 jobs$80,8001.03x
Tennessee
5,200 jobs$62,6300.83x
Minnesota
4,990 jobs$63,9700.89x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Speaking
100%
#2
Reading Comprehension
94%
#3
Active Listening
86%
#4
Coordination
80%
#5
Writing
74%
#6
Critical Thinking
66%
#7
Negotiation
60%
#8
Social Perceptiveness
54%
#9
Persuasion
46%
#10
Management of Personnel Resources
40%
Skills Overview
Speaking
advanced5.0
100%
Reading Comprehension
advanced4.7
94%
Active Listening
intermediate4.3
86%
Coordination
intermediate4.0
80%
Writing
intermediate3.7
74%
Critical Thinking
intermediate3.3
66%
Negotiation
intermediate3.0
60%
Social Perceptiveness
basic2.7
54%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Speaking
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Reading Comprehension
advancedImportance94%
abilities
4.7/5.0
Active Listening
intermediateImportance86%
skills
4.3/5.0
Coordination
intermediateImportance80%
skills
4.0/5.0
Writing
intermediateImportance74%
skills
3.7/5.0
Critical Thinking
intermediateImportance66%
abilities
3.3/5.0
Negotiation
intermediateImportance60%
skills
3.0/5.0
Social Perceptiveness
basicImportance54%
skills
2.7/5.0
Persuasion
basicImportance46%
skills
2.3/5.0
Management of Personnel Resources
basicImportance40%
skills
2.0/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes82%
5 shared skills
Wind Energy Operations Managers82%
5 shared skills
First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers82%
5 shared skills
Fundraisers82%
5 shared skills
Real Estate Sales Agents82%
5 shared skills
Administrative Services Managers67%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Coordination
Learn on the Job:
- →Negotiation
- →Social Perceptiveness
- →Critical Thinking
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Coordination
- ✓Reading Comprehension
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Speaking
- ★Active Listening
- ★Reading Comprehension
- ★Writing
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers
Technology Intensity
Very High
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires expert digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Advanced software proficiencySystem architecture understandingAutomation and scriptingEmerging technology adaptationTechnical problem-solving
🔥
Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
Intuit QuickBooks
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Access
🔥 Hot TechYardi software
🔥 Hot TechGoogle Analytics
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Outlook
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Dynamics
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Office software
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Windows
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft PowerPoint
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Project
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Excel
🔥 Hot TechTechnology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
Intuit QuickBooks
Microsoft Access
Yardi software
Google Analytics
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Dynamics
Microsoft Office software
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Project
Microsoft Excel
Facebook
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏢
Location
MOSTLY INDOOR
💪
Physical Demand
MODERATE
👥
Team Orientation
SOME TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
CONSTANT
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in mostly indoor environments?
- •Can you meet moderate physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy some team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What are the key tasks?
Tasks & Responsibilities
21
Core Tasks
8
Daily Tasks
20
Work Activities
0
Emerging Tasks
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General Responsibilities (8)Analysis & Evaluation (3)Management & Supervision (4)Planning & Development (2)Documentation & Record-Keeping (4)
1
Meet with prospective tenants to show properties, explain terms of occupancy, and provide information about local areas.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities100% perform100%
2
Direct collection of monthly assessments, rental fees, and deposits and payment of insurance premiums, mortgage, taxes, and incurred operating expenses.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Analysis & Evaluation97% perform98%
3
Inspect grounds, facilities, and equipment routinely to determine necessity of repairs or maintenance.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities94% perform96%
4
Investigate complaints, disturbances, and violations and resolve problems, following management rules and regulations.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Management & Supervision91% perform94%
5
Plan, schedule, and coordinate general maintenance, major repairs, and remodeling or construction projects for commercial or residential properties.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Planning & Development88% perform92%
6
Manage and oversee operations, maintenance, administration, and improvement of commercial, industrial, or residential properties.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Management & Supervision85% perform90%
7
Negotiate the sale, lease, or development of property and complete or review appropriate documents and forms.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Planning & Development82% perform88%
8
Maintain records of sales, rental or usage activity, special permits issued, maintenance and operating costs, or property availability.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping79% perform86%
9
Determine and certify the eligibility of prospective tenants, following government regulations.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities76% perform84%
10
Prepare detailed budgets and financial reports for properties.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping73% perform82%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on general responsibilities activities
- •33% of tasks are performed by most workers in this occupation
- •Career advancement brings increased leadership and strategic responsibilities
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers professionals typically have a ECS Holland code and highly value independence
EEnterprising
CConventional
SSocial
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers
Integrity
CriticalIntegrity
Importance Level4.85
Dependability
CriticalDependability
Importance Level4.80
Attention to Detail
CriticalAttention to Detail
Importance Level4.55
Stress Tolerance
CriticalStress Tolerance
Importance Level4.55
Initiative
Very ImportantInitiative
Importance Level4.40
Leadership
Very ImportantLeadership
Importance Level4.35
Complete Work Styles Profile
Integrity
4.8
Dependability
4.8
Attention to Detail
4.5
Stress Tolerance
4.5
Initiative
4.4
Leadership
4.3
Adaptability/Flexibility
4.3
Persistence
4.3
Cooperation
4.2
Self-Control
4.2
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
Bachelor's degree or higher
Typical duration: 4 years
Preparation Level
Job Zone 4
Considerable Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience needed
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:Bachelor's degree or higher
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Training:
Significant preparation with related work experience
💼 Experience Requirement
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience needed
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Bachelor's degree in related field
- • Several years of work experience
- • Professional certifications often required
4
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Bachelor's degree in related fieldSeveral years of work experienceProfessional certifications often required
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