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DATA PROFILE · 2024

Real Estate Sales Agents salary in Tennessee

Median, range, employment, and 10-year outlook from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, with skills and task data from O*NET. Cost-of-living adjustment from BEA Regional Price Parities.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 27, 2026

2024 wage data not published for real estate sales agents in Tennessee

The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage estimates when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish a figure without revealing individual firm pay. The privacy redaction happens upstream, before the data reaches us.

BLS still reports an estimated 2,650 workers in this role in Tennessee in 2024.

Use national figures and adjacent states below as a reference, or check BLS confidentiality rules for context.

Salary distribution

Where Tennessee real estate sales agents fall on the wage curve.

Distribution not available

The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage percentiles for this occupation and state when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish without revealing individual firm pay. National figures and adjacent states below remain a useful reference.

By seniority

Real Estate Sales Agents pay by experience level in Tennessee

Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.

Wage trend

Median annual wage in Tennessee over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.

Not enough history to render a trend yet. Check back after the next refresh.

Typical entry

  • Education

    High school diploma

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.8 / 5
  • Sales and Marketing

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5
  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Law and Government

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Present purchase offers to sellers for consideration.

  2. 02

    Prepare documents such as representation contracts, purchase agreements, closing statements, deeds, and leases.

  3. 03

    Act as an intermediary in negotiations between buyers and sellers, generally representing one or the other.

  4. 04

    Generate lists of properties that are compatible with buyers' needs and financial resources.

  5. 05

    Confer with escrow companies, lenders, home inspectors, and pest control operators to ensure that terms and conditions of purchase agreements are met before closing dates.

  6. 06

    Promote sales of properties through advertisements, open houses, and participation in multiple listing services.

  7. 07

    Compare a property with similar properties that have recently sold to determine its competitive market price.

  8. 08

    Coordinate property closings, overseeing signing of documents and disbursement of funds.

10-year outlook

Growth 2024 → 2034

+3.0%

Projected annual openings

BLS outlook

Average growth

Source: BLS Employment Projections, 20242034 cycle.

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Top metros in Tennessee

Metro-level salary data for real estate sales agents in major Tennessee metropolitan areas.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Real Estate Sales Agents a growing field?
BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 3.0% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
What education is required for Real Estate Sales Agents?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as High school diploma. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.