{"id":15062,"date":"2025-09-03T10:53:55","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T15:53:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/listwithclever.com\/average-real-estate-commission-rate\/"},"modified":"2026-04-09T10:04:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T15:04:37","slug":"average-real-estate-commission-rate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/listwithclever.com\/average-real-estate-commission-rate\/","title":{"rendered":"Average Real Estate Agent Commission Rates (2026 Survey)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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The current average real estate commission in the U.S. is approximately <\/span>5.70%<\/b>, divided between the listing agent (2.88%) and the buyer's agent (2.82%).<\/span> <\/svg><\/span> For a home valued at the median price of $370,300, this translates to around<\/span> $21,100 in total realtor fees. <\/span>View commission rates in your state<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, real estate agent fees aren't set in stone. The most effective way to reduce your selling costs is to reduce the commission you pay. You can negotiate realtor fees yourself<\/a>, or partner with a low commission real estate company<\/a> that pre-negotiates a 1.5% listing fee on your behalf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clever Real Estate can help you save thousands on realtor fees by connecting you with top-rated agents who charge a 1.5% listing fee (instead of the nationwide average of 2.88%). The typical home seller saves $6,900!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u26a1Get connected with local agents who charge a 1.5% listing fee today.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Real estate commission calculator<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our real estate commission calculator helps you see what you can expect to pay in real estate commission in your home state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose your state below for the average agent commission or enter a custom commission rate. The default home price is based on the state's median home value.[1]<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

How much is the average real estate commission?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To deliver home sellers the most accurate information on average realtor commission rates in each state, we conducted a comprehensive survey of active agents across the U.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We found that typical realtor commission rates were 5.70%<\/b>, but ranged from a low of 4.50% to a high of 6.20%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember: these rates only represent averages. Commission rates aren't standardized in any official capacity, and you can always negotiate realtor fees<\/a> with your agent or sell with a company that offers pre-negotiated low commission rates.<\/p>\n\n\n

Average realtor commission rates by state<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Before you sell, it's wise to understand your area's average total agent fees. This knowledge will help you make decisions that match your financial needs and selling goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Across the country, real estate commissions are typically 4.50% to 6.20%, including both the seller's agent and the buyer's agent fee<\/a>. Realtors charge higher or lower rates based on local norms and market conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use this table to find the average real estate commission in your state:<\/p>\n\n\n

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State<\/th>Total commission<\/strong><\/th>Buyer commission<\/th>Seller commission<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Alabama<\/a> <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.96%<\/td>3.00%<\/td>2.96%<\/td><\/tr>
Alaska<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.51%<\/td>2.78%<\/td>2.73%<\/td><\/tr>
Arizona<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.82%<\/td>2.92%<\/td>2.90%<\/td><\/tr>
Arkansas<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.66%<\/td>2.84%<\/td>2.82%<\/td><\/tr>
California<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.47%<\/td>2.74%<\/td>2.73%<\/td><\/tr>
Colorado<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.71%<\/td>2.73% <\/td>2.98%
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Connecticut<\/a> <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.57%<\/td>2.67%<\/td>2.90%<\/td><\/tr>
Delaware<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.66%<\/td>2.84%<\/td>2.82%<\/td><\/tr>
Florida<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.57%<\/td>2.82%<\/td>2.75%<\/td><\/tr>
Georgia<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.66%<\/td>2.86%<\/td>2.80%<\/td><\/tr>
Hawaii<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.51%<\/td>2.78%<\/td>2.73%<\/td><\/tr>
Idaho<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.71%<\/td>2.73%<\/td>2.98%<\/td><\/tr>
Illinois<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.53%<\/td>2.72%    <\/td>2.81%<\/td><\/tr>
Indiana<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.50%<\/td>2.85%<\/td>2.65%<\/td><\/tr>
Iowa<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.84%<\/td>2.88%     <\/td>2.96%<\/td><\/tr>
Kansas<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.84%<\/td>2.88%  <\/td>2.96%<\/td><\/tr>
Kentucky<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.66%<\/td>2.84%   <\/td>2.82%<\/td><\/tr>
Louisiana<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.66%<\/td>2.84% <\/td>2.82%<\/td><\/tr>
Maine<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.57%<\/td>2.67%  <\/td>2.90%<\/td><\/tr>
Maryland<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.41%<\/td>2.64%<\/td>2.77%<\/td><\/tr>
Massachusetts<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.57%<\/td>2.67%<\/td>2.90%<\/td><\/tr>
Michigan<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>6.20%<\/td>3.11%  <\/td>3.09%<\/td><\/tr>
Minnesota<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.84%<\/td>2.88%     <\/td>2.96%<\/td><\/tr>
Mississippi<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.66%<\/td>2.84%<\/td>2.82%<\/td><\/tr>
Missouri<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.94%<\/td>2.98% <\/td>2.96%<\/td><\/tr>
Montana<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.71%<\/td>2.73% <\/td>2.98%<\/td><\/tr>
Nebraska<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.84%<\/td>2.88%<\/td>2.96%<\/td><\/tr>
Nevada<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.71%<\/td>2.73%<\/td>2.98%<\/td><\/tr>
New Hampshire<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.57%<\/td>2.67%<\/td>2.90%<\/td><\/tr>
New Jersey<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.20%<\/td>2.50%<\/td>2.70%<\/td><\/tr>
New Mexico<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.82%<\/td>2.92%<\/td>2.90%<\/td><\/tr>
New York<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.69%<\/td>2.76%<\/td>2.93%<\/td><\/tr>
North Carolina<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.53%<\/td>2.73%<\/td>2.80%<\/td><\/tr>
North Dakota<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.84%<\/td>2.88%<\/td>2.96%<\/td><\/tr>
Ohio<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.90%<\/td>2.80%<\/td>3.10%<\/td><\/tr>
Oklahoma<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.82%<\/td>2.92%<\/td>2.90%<\/td><\/tr>
Oregon<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.51%<\/td>2.78%<\/td>2.73%<\/td><\/tr>
Pennsylvania<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.77%<\/td>2.80%<\/td>2.97%<\/td><\/tr>
Rhode Island<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.57%<\/td>2.67%<\/td>2.90%<\/td><\/tr>
South Carolina<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.88%<\/td>2.97%<\/td>2.91%<\/td><\/tr>
South Dakota<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.84%<\/td>2.88%<\/td>2.96%<\/td><\/tr>
Tennessee<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>6.05%<\/td>3.10%<\/td>2.95%<\/td><\/tr>
Texas<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.88%<\/td>2.95%<\/td>2.93%<\/td><\/tr>
Utah<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.71%<\/td>2.73%<\/td>2.98%<\/td><\/tr>
Vermont<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.57%<\/td>2.67%<\/td>2.90%<\/td><\/tr>
Virginia<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.50%<\/td>2.75%<\/td>2.75%<\/td><\/tr>
Washington<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.90%<\/td>3.15%<\/td>2.75%<\/td><\/tr>
Washington DC<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>4.50%<\/td>2.50%<\/td>2.00%<\/td><\/tr>
West Virginia<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.66%<\/td>2.84%<\/td>2.82%<\/td><\/tr>
Wisconsin<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.84%<\/td>2.88%<\/td>2.96%<\/td><\/tr>
Wyoming<\/a>
 <\/svg><\/span><\/td>5.71%<\/td>2.73%<\/td>2.98%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>
National average<\/strong><\/td>		5.70%<\/b><\/td>2.82%<\/b><\/td>2.88%<\/b><\/td><\/tr><\/tfoot><\/table>
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