Real Estate Agent in Georgia

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

Median annual salary

$56,190

trending_down -0.2% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Georgia.

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5,750

Jobs (GA)

monitoring Stable

+3.1%

10-yr job growth

payments

$291

Licensing fees

schedule

2-4 months

Time to complete

route How to become a real estate agent in Georgia

To become a licensed Real Estate Agent in Georgia, individuals must complete 75 hours of GREC-approved pre-licensing education, pass the Georgia Real Estate Salesperson Exam administered by PSI, and submit a license application with the Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC). Applicants must be at least 18 years old, possess a high school diploma or GED, and undergo a criminal background check. A 25-hour post-license course is also required within the first year of licensure. Georgia offers reciprocity with all states except Florida, with specific requirements for Florida residents.

bar_chart Salary percentiles

10th percentile (entry) $32,090

25th percentile $39,120

50th (median) $56,190

75th percentile $78,470

90th (experienced) $120,970

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

checklist Georgia requirements

Licensing body	Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC)
State license	Required
Education	75-hour pre-licensing course
Exam	Georgia Real Estate Salesperson Exam (PSI/AMP) ($121)
Application fee	$170
Renewal	Every 4.0 years
Continuing education	36.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. A criminal background report is required. A 25-hour post-license course is required within the first year of licensure. If applying for a license more than 90 days but less than 12 months after passing the exam, the application fee is $340.

Source: Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC)

workspace_premium Georgia license tiers

Georgia offers multiple tiers of real estate agent licensing:

Tier	Hours required
Salesperson	N/A
Broker	N/A

work_outline Job outlook

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

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

The path to real estate agent licensure in Georgia: complete the required education (75-hour pre-licensing course), pass the Georgia Real Estate Salesperson Exam (PSI/AMP), and submit your application ($170 fee).

Does Georgia require real estate agent licensure? expand_more

You cannot practice as a real estate agent in Georgia without a state license from Georgia Real Estate Commission (GREC). The required exam is the Georgia Real Estate Salesperson Exam (PSI/AMP).

What do real estate agents earn in Georgia? expand_more

In Georgia, the median pay for real estate agents comes to $56,190/year. That's roughly in line with the $56,320 national median. Entry-level (10th percentile) starts at $32,090, while experienced professionals (90th percentile) earn $120,970.

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

Plan on spending varies total — that covers exam fee ($121) and application fee ($170) plus your education and training.

How quickly can I become a real estate agent in Georgia? expand_more

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

What are the continuing education requirements for real estate agents in Georgia? expand_more

Georgia requires 36.0 hours of continuing education every 4.0 years to maintain your real estate agent license.

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