Real Estate Agent in Oregon

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

Median annual salary

$48,030

trending_down -14.7% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Oregon.

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1,790

Jobs (OR)

monitoring Stable

+3.1%

10-yr job growth

payments

$375

Licensing fees

schedule

4-6 months

Time to complete

route How to become a real estate agent in Oregon

To become a Real Estate Agent (Broker) in Oregon, you must first register for an account with the Oregon Real Estate Agency (OREA) eLicense system and pay the non-refundable application fee. You'll then need to complete 150 hours of pre-licensing education from an OREA-approved school. After completing the education, you can schedule and pass both sections of the Oregon Real Estate Broker Exam administered by PSI. A background check with fingerprinting is also required. Oregon does not offer full reciprocity; out-of-state licensees must meet all Oregon licensing requirements, though cooperative agreements exist for nonresidential transactions.

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10th percentile (entry) $36,030

25th percentile $38,760

50th (median) $48,030

75th percentile $81,580

90th (experienced) $102,680

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

checklist Oregon requirements

Licensing body	Oregon Real Estate Agency (OREA)
State license	Required
Education	150-hour pre-licensing course
Exam	Oregon Real Estate Broker Exam (PSI) ($75)
Application fee	$300
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	30.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Oregon's entry-level license is 'Broker'. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. A background check with fingerprinting is required. Passing exam scores and background check clearances are valid for one year.

Source: Oregon Real Estate Agency (OREA)

workspace_premium Oregon license tiers

Oregon offers multiple tiers of real estate agent licensing:

Tier	Hours required
Broker	N/A
Principal 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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AI & tech impact

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balance Is it worth it?

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get certified as a real estate agent in Oregon? expand_more

The path to real estate agent licensure in Oregon: complete the required education (150-hour pre-licensing course), pass the Oregon Real Estate Broker Exam (PSI), and submit your application ($300 fee).

Is a real estate agent license required in Oregon? expand_more

A state license is required in Oregon. Oregon Real Estate Agency (OREA) handles real estate agent licensing — the Oregon Real Estate Broker Exam (PSI) is part of the process.

How much do real estate agents make in Oregon? expand_more

Oregon real estate agents bring home a median salary of $48,030. — 15% under the $56,320 national average. Entry-level (10th percentile) starts at $36,030, while experienced professionals (90th percentile) earn $102,680.

How expensive is real estate agent licensing in Oregon? expand_more

Costs include exam fee ($75) and application fee ($300). The estimated total investment is varies, including education and training.

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

In Oregon, becoming a real estate agent generally takes 4-6 months, accounting for education requirements, hands-on training, and the exam process.

What's required to renew a real estate agent license in Oregon? expand_more

Oregon requires 30.0 hours of continuing education every 2.0 years to maintain your real estate agent license.