Real Estate Agent in New Hampshire

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

Median annual salary

$55,620

trending_down -1.2% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, New Hampshire.

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290

Jobs (NH)

monitoring Stable

+3.1%

10-yr job growth

payments

$166

Licensing fees

schedule

2-6 months

Time to complete

route How to become a real estate agent in New Hampshire

To become a Real Estate Agent in New Hampshire, applicants must complete a 40-hour pre-licensing course and pass the New Hampshire Real Estate Salesperson Exam administered by PSI. After passing the exam, an application must be submitted to the New Hampshire Real Estate Commission with a fee. New Hampshire offers reciprocity to licensees from all other states, requiring them to pass only the New Hampshire state portion of the exam. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and undergo a criminal background check.

bar_chart Salary percentiles

10th percentile (entry) $40,950

25th percentile $46,190

50th (median) $55,620

75th percentile $74,000

90th (experienced) $131,750

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

checklist New Hampshire requirements

Licensing body	New Hampshire Real Estate Commission
State license	Required
Education	40-hour pre-licensing course
Exam	New Hampshire Real Estate Salesperson Exam (PSI) ($67)
Application fee	$99
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	15.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. A criminal record check is required. First-time renewals for salespersons licensed on or after February 1, 2024, must complete 12 hours of post-licensing courses in specific topics in addition to the core course.

Source: New Hampshire Real Estate Commission

workspace_premium New Hampshire license tiers

New Hampshire 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 are the steps to becoming a real estate agent in New Hampshire? expand_more

In New Hampshire, becoming a real estate agent requires you to complete the required education (40-hour pre-licensing course), pass the New Hampshire Real Estate Salesperson Exam (PSI), and submit your application ($99 fee).

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

A state license is required in New Hampshire. New Hampshire Real Estate Commission handles real estate agent licensing — the New Hampshire Real Estate Salesperson Exam (PSI) is part of the process.

How much do real estate agents make in New Hampshire? expand_more

The median real estate agent salary in New Hampshire is $55,620 per year. — within a few percent of the $56,320 national figure. Wages range from $40,950 (10th percentile) up to $131,750 (90th percentile).

What's the total cost to get real estate agent certified in New Hampshire? expand_more

Between exam fee ($67) and application fee ($99), expect to invest around varies in total to get started.

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

Expect to spend 2-6 months from start to finish in New Hampshire — covering coursework, supervised experience, and examination.

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

To keep your license active, New Hampshire mandates 15.0 CE hours every 2.0 years.

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