Real Estate Agent in Kansas

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

Median annual salary

$44,290

trending_down -21.4% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Kansas.

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1,320

Jobs (KS)

monitoring Stable

+3.1%

10-yr job growth

payments

$207

Licensing fees

schedule

2-4 months

Time to complete

route How to become a real estate agent in Kansas

To become a Real Estate Agent in Kansas, individuals must meet specific requirements set by the Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC). This includes completing 60 hours of KREC-approved pre-licensing education, passing the Kansas Real Estate Salesperson Exam, and undergoing a background check. While Kansas does not offer full reciprocity with other states, licensed agents from other states may have some education and exam requirements waived.

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10th percentile (entry) $31,520

25th percentile $36,420

50th (median) $44,290

75th percentile $73,580

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

checklist Kansas requirements

Licensing body	Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC)
State license	Required
Education	60 hours of KREC-approved pre-licensing education, consisting of a 30-hour Principles of Real Estate course and a 30-hour Kansas Practice Course. A high school diploma or GED is also required.
Exam	Kansas Real Estate Salesperson Exam (Pearson VUE) ($82)
Application fee	$125
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	12.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. A background check is required. The exam and background check results are valid for 6 months. The application must be submitted within 6 months of completing the Kansas Practice Course. Applicants must affiliate with a licensed Kansas Real Estate Broker.

Source: Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC)

workspace_premium Kansas license tiers

Kansas 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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balance Is it worth it?

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Frequently asked questions

What's required to work as a real estate agent in Kansas? expand_more

To become a real estate agent in Kansas, you need to complete the required education (60 hours of KREC-approved pre-licensing education, consisting of a 30-hour Principles of Real Estate course and a 30-hour Kansas Practice Course. A high school diploma or GED is also required.), pass the Kansas Real Estate Salesperson Exam (Pearson VUE), and submit your application ($125 fee).

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

You cannot practice as a real estate agent in Kansas without a state license from Kansas Real Estate Commission (KREC). The required exam is the Kansas Real Estate Salesperson Exam (Pearson VUE).

What is the average real estate agent salary in Kansas? expand_more

real estate agents in Kansas earn a median of $44,290 annually. That's 21% below the national median of $56,320.

How much does it cost to become a real estate agent in Kansas? expand_more

Between exam fee ($82) and application fee ($125), expect to invest around varies in total to get started.

How many months or years does real estate agent certification take in Kansas? expand_more

Most candidates in Kansas complete the process in 2-4 months, from enrollment in a training program through licensure.

Does Kansas require continuing education for real estate agents? expand_more

To keep your license active, Kansas mandates 12.0 CE hours every 2.0 years.