How much do full-time real estate agents earn?

Pay varies widely. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a median annual wage of $52,830 for real estate sales agents and $73,220 for brokers as of May 2025, versus $50,980 across all occupations. The lowest-earning 10% of brokers made under $37,110, and the top 10% made over $143,300. Trade-group surveys also show agent earnings rising sharply with years of experience.

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