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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
May 2024 release
Real Estate Agent Salary in California
Median Annual in California
$63,798/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$30.67/hr
▲ 17% above U.S. median
groups Employed in CA
54,606
public U.S. Median
$54,300
trending_up National Outlook
+3%
Real Estate Agent pay in California, explained
Real estate agents in California earn a median of $63,798 per year ($30.67 per hour), which is 17% above the national median of $54,300. Entry-level workers earn around $42,107, while the most experienced real estate agents reach about $93,146. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within California.
Real Estate Agent in California: FAQ
How much do real estate agents make in California?
Real estate agents in California earn a median of $63,798 per year ($30.67 per hour), compared with $54,300 nationally.
Does California pay real estate agents well?
At $63,798, California pays 17% above the national median for real estate agents. An estimated 54,606 work in the state.