Occupation ยท SOC 41-9021
Real Estate Brokers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of real estate brokers can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 49,590 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $72,280 ($34.75 an hour).
US employment
49,590
Median annual wage
$72,280
Mean annual wage
$91,660
Median hourly wage
$34.75
Education and training
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Related work experience
Less than 5 years
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- Iowa$116,920
- Massachusetts$112,180
- New York$94,170
- New Jersey$92,890
- Connecticut$90,910
Top 5 after cost of living
- Iowa$133,220
- Massachusetts$106,070
- Connecticut$87,740
- New York$87,260
- Nevada$86,750
Step up: related remote jobs that pay more
| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $78,140 | $5,860 (+8.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $101,350 | $29,070 (+40.2%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Sales Managers | $138,060 | $65,780 (+91.0%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $102,140 | $29,860 (+41.3%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Credit Analysts | $80,970 | $8,690 (+12.0%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California7,250
- 2. Georgia4,160
- 3. Texas3,370
- 4. Illinois1,620
- 5. Oregon1,620
- 6. Missouri1,580
- 7. Virginia1,580
- 8. South Carolina1,490
- 9. North Carolina1,330
- 10. Pennsylvania1,100
States that pay the most
- 1. Iowa$116,920
- 2. Massachusetts$112,180
- 3. New York$94,170
- 4. New Jersey$92,890
- 5. Connecticut$90,910
- 6. Nevada$86,730
- 7. Maryland$82,500
- 8. Vermont$82,270
- 9. California$82,050
- 10. Washington$81,450
Median annual wage. Based on 45 states and territories with published figures.
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