Real Estate Agent in Alaska

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for AK. Updated with 2024 BLS OEWS wage data.

Median annual salary

$85,800

trending_up +52.3% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Alaska.

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+3.1%

10-yr job growth

payments

$490

Licensing fees

schedule

2-4 months

Time to complete

route How to become a real estate agent in Alaska

To become a Real Estate Agent in Alaska, you must be at least 19 years old and obtain a license from the Alaska Real Estate Commission. Key steps include completing a 40-hour pre-licensing course, passing the Alaska Real Estate Salesperson Exam, and submitting an application with a licensed Alaska real estate broker. New licensees are also required to complete 30 hours of post-licensing education within one year of initial licensure, and Errors & Omissions insurance is mandatory. While Alaska does not have formal reciprocity, it offers licensure by endorsement for out-of-state agents who meet specific criteria, including passing the state portion of the exam.

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10th percentile (entry) $55,430

25th percentile $74,510

50th (median) $85,800

75th percentile $101,500

90th (experienced) $120,580

Source: BLS OEWS 2024 for Alaska. Metro-area wages may differ significantly from the state aggregate.

checklist Alaska requirements

Licensing body	Alaska Real Estate Commission
State license	Required
Education	40-hour pre-licensing course
Exam	Alaska Real Estate Salesperson Exam (Pearson VUE) ($100)
Application fee	$390
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	20.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Applicants must be at least 19 years old. Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance is required. A background check is required. New licensees must complete 30 hours of post-licensing education within one year of initial licensure, in addition to the 20 hours of continuing education required for renewal. Applicants must not be under indictment for certain felonies or crimes that affect their ability to practice competently and safely. If convicted of such a crime, a license will not be granted until seven years have passed since the completion of the sentence.

Source: Alaska Real Estate Commission

workspace_premium Alaska license tiers

Alaska offers multiple tiers of real estate agent licensing:

Tier	Hours required
Salesperson	N/A
Associate Broker	N/A
Broker	N/A

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10-year growth

+3.1%

Average

Annual openings

36,600

Nationwide per year

Total employment

420,900

Nationwide

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AI & tech impact

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Frequently asked questions

What are the steps to becoming a real estate agent in Alaska? expand_more

The path to real estate agent licensure in Alaska: complete the required education (40-hour pre-licensing course), pass the Alaska Real Estate Salesperson Exam (Pearson VUE), and submit your application ($390 fee).

Do I need a license to work as a real estate agent in Alaska? expand_more

Yes, Alaska requires a state license to practice as a real estate agent. The licensing body is Alaska Real Estate Commission. You must pass the Alaska Real Estate Salesperson Exam (Pearson VUE).

What do real estate agents earn in Alaska? expand_more

The median real estate agent salary in Alaska is $85,800 per year. That's 52% above the national median of $56,320. Wages range from $55,430 (10th percentile) up to $120,580 (90th percentile).

How expensive is real estate agent licensing in Alaska? expand_more

The full cost to enter the field runs about varies, factoring in exam fee ($100) and application fee ($390) and required training.

How long does it take to become a real estate agent in Alaska? expand_more

In Alaska, becoming a real estate agent generally takes 2-4 months, accounting for education requirements, hands-on training, and the exam process.

What's required to renew a real estate agent license in Alaska? expand_more

To keep your license active, Alaska mandates 20.0 CE hours every 2.0 years.