Occupation ยท SOC 41-9022
Real Estate Sales Agents: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of real estate sales agents typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 190,600 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $56,320 ($27.08 an hour).
US employment
190,600
Median annual wage
$56,320
Mean annual wage
$70,970
Median hourly wage
$27.08
Education and training
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Job zone
2
Some preparation
Step up: related remote jobs that pay more
| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Estate Brokers | $72,280 | $15,960 (+28.3%) | 4 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers | $66,700 | $10,380 (+18.4%) | 4 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents | $78,140 | $21,820 (+38.7%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $102,140 | $45,820 (+81.4%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Insurance Sales Agents | $60,370 | $4,050 (+7.2%) | 4 | High school diploma or equivalent |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $101,350 | $45,030 (+80.0%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. Florida24,440
- 2. California22,370
- 3. Texas21,270
- 4. North Carolina10,140
- 5. New York10,040
- 6. Arizona8,240
- 7. Georgia5,750
- 8. Washington5,470
- 9. Pennsylvania5,250
- 10. Utah5,110
States that pay the most
- 1. New York$97,440
- 2. Alaska$85,800
- 3. Massachusetts$85,170
- 4. Vermont$82,630
- 5. New Mexico$79,790
- 6. Washington$76,980
- 7. New Jersey$66,680
- 8. California$62,420
- 9. North Dakota$61,830
- 10. Virginia$61,790
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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- First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales WorkersOn-site
- Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales AgentsTeleworkable
- Insurance Sales AgentsTeleworkable
- Counter and Rental ClerksOn-site
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