Real Estate Agent in Nebraska

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

Median annual salary

$48,550

trending_down -13.8% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Nebraska.

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1,670

Jobs (NE)

monitoring Stable

+3.1%

10-yr job growth

payments

$325

Licensing fees

schedule

Approximately 4-6 months (including background check processing)

Time to complete

route How to become a real estate agent in Nebraska

To become a licensed Real Estate Agent in Nebraska, individuals must meet the requirements set by the Nebraska Real Estate Commission (NREC). This involves completing 96 hours of pre-license education, passing the Nebraska Real Estate Salesperson Exam, and submitting a comprehensive application. Applicants must be at least 19 years old, pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check, and secure Errors & Omissions insurance. While Nebraska does not have formal reciprocity, it offers a licensure recognition process for agents licensed in other states.

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10th percentile (entry) $27,350

25th percentile $37,010

50th (median) $48,550

75th percentile $59,560

90th (experienced) $89,180

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

checklist Nebraska requirements

Licensing body	Nebraska Real Estate Commission (NREC)
State license	Required
Education	96 hours (three 30-hour courses + 6 hours of professional practice)
Exam	Nebraska Real Estate Salesperson Exam ($150)
Application fee	$175
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	18.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Applicants must be at least 19 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and undergo a criminal background check utilizing fingerprints. Errors & Omissions (E&O) insurance is required to activate the license. Additionally, 12 hours of post-license education must be completed within 180 days of licensure to avoid inactive status.

Source: Nebraska Real Estate Commission (NREC)

workspace_premium Nebraska license tiers

Nebraska 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 Nebraska? expand_more

The path to real estate agent licensure in Nebraska: complete the required education (96 hours (three 30-hour courses + 6 hours of professional practice)), pass the Nebraska Real Estate Salesperson Exam, and submit your application ($175 fee).

Is a real estate agent license required in Nebraska? expand_more

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

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

real estate agents in Nebraska earn a median of $48,550 annually. That's 14% below the national median of $56,320. New real estate agents start around $27,350; seasoned professionals can reach $89,180.

How expensive is real estate agent licensing in Nebraska? expand_more

The full cost to enter the field runs about varies, factoring in exam fee ($150) and application fee ($175) and required training.

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

Expect to spend Approximately 4-6 months (including background check processing) from start to finish in Nebraska — covering coursework, supervised experience, and examination.

How many CE hours do real estate agents need in Nebraska? expand_more

Nebraska requires 18.0 hours of continuing education every 2.0 years to maintain your real estate agent license.