Real Estate Agent in Arizona

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

Median annual salary

$53,370

trending_down -5.2% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Arizona.

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8,240

Jobs (AZ)

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+3.1%

10-yr job growth

payments

$135

Licensing fees

schedule

3-5 months

Time to complete

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To become a Real Estate Agent in Arizona, you must complete a 90-hour pre-licensing course and a 6-hour contract writing course. After completing the education, you need to pass the Arizona Real Estate Salesperson Exam, administered by Pearson VUE. A Fingerprint Clearance Card is also required before submitting your license application to the Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE). While Arizona does not have traditional reciprocity, it offers an 'Out-of-State License Recognition' program for agents licensed in other states for at least one year, requiring them to fulfill specific Arizona requirements.

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10th percentile (entry) $31,930

25th percentile $39,460

50th (median) $53,370

75th percentile $83,940

90th (experienced) $104,830

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

checklist Arizona requirements

Licensing body	Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE)
State license	Required
Education	90-hour pre-licensing course and a 6-hour contract writing course
Exam	Arizona Real Estate Salesperson Exam (Pearson VUE) ($75)
Application fee	$60
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	24.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Applicants must be at least 18 years old. A Fingerprint Clearance Card is required before applying. The total initial cost for the exam and license application is $135, which includes the $75 exam fee, $50 license fee, and $10 Real Estate Recovery Fund fee. A separate fee of $67 is required for the Fingerprint Clearance Card, plus any vendor fees. The Department cannot issue a license to a person convicted of a felony who is incarcerated, paroled, or under community supervision or on probation.

Source: Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE)

workspace_premium Arizona license tiers

Arizona offers multiple tiers of real estate agent licensing:

Tier	Hours required
Salesperson	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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Frequently asked questions

How do I become a real estate agent in Arizona? expand_more

The path to real estate agent licensure in Arizona: complete the required education (90-hour pre-licensing course and a 6-hour contract writing course), pass the Arizona Real Estate Salesperson Exam (Pearson VUE), and submit your application ($60 fee).

Is a real estate agent license required in Arizona? expand_more

Arizona mandates state licensure for real estate agents. Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) oversees the process, which includes passing the Arizona Real Estate Salesperson Exam (Pearson VUE).

How much does a real estate agent make in Arizona? expand_more

Arizona real estate agents bring home a median salary of $53,370. That's 5% below the national median of $56,320. New real estate agents start around $31,930; seasoned professionals can reach $104,830.

What are the fees to become a real estate agent in Arizona? expand_more

The full cost to enter the field runs about varies, factoring in exam fee ($75) and application fee ($60) and required training.

What's the timeline to become a real estate agent in Arizona? expand_more

Expect to spend 3-5 months from start to finish in Arizona — covering coursework, supervised experience, and examination.

Does Arizona require continuing education for real estate agents? expand_more

License renewal in Arizona requires completing 24.0 hours of continuing education on a 2.0-year cycle.