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Real Estate Appraiser

A comprehensive guide to Real Estate Appraiser licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$64,918 / yr

Min. Education

Degree required

Job Outlook

Below national median; evaluate local demand

Top Paying State

California

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
CA
CaliforniaCompact: No
$91,400Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
NJ
New JerseyCompact: Yes
$89,890Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: Yes
$87,280Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
CT
ConnecticutCompact: Pending
$84,100Avg. Growth
Preliminary/temporary licenseSpecific course requiredVaries by boardDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Yes
$81,540Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
RI
Rhode IslandCompact: No
$80,460Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails