Rent, buy, or sell property for clients. Perform duties such as study property listings, interview prospective clients, accompany clients to property site, discuss conditions of sale, and draw up real estate contracts. Includes agents who represent buyer.
Real Estate Sales Agents
SOC: 41-9022 O*NET: 41-9022.00
Median Salary
$56,320
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 3.1%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
36.6
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Rent, buy, or sell property for clients. Perform duties such as study property listings, interview prospective clients, accompany clients to property site, discuss conditions of sale, and draw up real estate contracts. Includes agents who represent buyer.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$33,792
25th
$45,056
50th (Median)
$56,320
75th
$67,584
90th
$84,480
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:420,900
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+3.1%
Annual Openings:36,600
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)420,900
Current
2034 (Projected)433,700
+3.1%
+12,800
Employment Change
+3.1%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Negotiation
Negotiation
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Coordination
Coordination
✓
Persuasion
Persuasion
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Writing
Writing
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Sales and Marketing
✓
English Language
✓
Law and Government
✓
Administrative
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Mathematics
✓
Communications and Media
✓
Building and Construction
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year