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How to get a real estate license in Montana. 70 pre-licensing hours required. Government fees: $222. 1-year renewal cycle. Verified 2026-03-22. Data verified 2026-03-22. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Real Estate Agent
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Pre-License Hours
$222
Total Gov Fees
113
Exam Questions
3.5 hrs
Exam Time
Renewal Cycle
Reciprocity
⚠ Recent Changes in Montana
Take BRR-approved 70-hour course. Valid for 24 months.
Estimated time: 3–8 weeks
Register and pay $92 exam fee. Pass both National (56/80 = 70%) and State (23/33 = 70%) sections within 12 months.
Estimated time: 1–2 weeks
Submit fingerprints and criminal history disclosure.
Estimated time: 2–4 weeks
Secure a sponsoring broker with supervising broker endorsement. Submit application with $150 fee.
Estimated time: 1–4 weeks
| Minimum Age | 18 years old Must have completed two years of high school. |
| Education | Two years of high school Montana requires completion of two years of high school rather than a diploma/GED. |
| Residency | Not required Non-residents may obtain a Montana license. |
| Citizenship | US citizen or legal resident |
| Background Check | Required Fingerprints and criminal history disclosure required. |
| E&O Insurance | Required Per MCA 37-51-325. State-sponsored via RISC ~$168/year. Must obtain before license is issued. |
| Sponsoring Broker | Required Must be employed or under contract with a licensed broker holding a supervising broker endorsement. |
Education Requirements
Mostly verifiedTotal Hours Required
Provider Type
BRR-approved education providers
Required Courses
Education must be completed within 24 months of application.
Exam Details
VerifiedExam Provider
Total Questions
113
Total Time
210 min
Format
Computer-based, multiple-choice. In-person at Pearson VUE test centers. Online proctoring available via Pearson VUE OnVUE since March 2025.
Exam Sections
| Section | Questions | Time | Passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | 80 | 150 min | 70% |
| State (Montana) | 33 | 90 min | 70% |
Retake Policy
May retake failed section(s). Must pass exam within 12 months of completing pre-licensing education. $92 per attempt.
113 scored questions (80 national + 33 state) plus ~10 unscored pretest items. 70% passing: 56/80 national + 23/33 state. 210 min total (150 national + 90 state, with overlap). Must pass within 12 months of pre-licensing education completion.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Exam Fee (per attempt) Paid to: Pearson VUE | |
License Application Fee Paid to: BRR | |
Background Check / Fingerprinting Paid to: State / Vendor | |
Total Estimated Government Fees | $222 |
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Renewal Details
Mostly verifiedRenewal Cycle
CE Hours
Renewal Fee
Deadline & Late Policy
October 31 each year.
Regulatory Board
Interstate Reciprocity
VerifiedHas Reciprocity
No
Type: No Formal Reciprocity (Waiver Process Available)
Montana's Board of Realty Regulation reviews out-of-state license applications on a case-by-case basis. If your existing license requirements are substantially equivalent to Montana's, requirements may be reduced or waived. Applicants typically still need Montana-specific education and must pass the state exam.
4–16 weeks from start to active license.
Minimum with intensive study. Typical: 8–12 weeks.
2025-03-01
Online proctoring available via Pearson VUE OnVUE since March 2025.
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How this state compares to 48 others for this profession
Timeline
#8 of 49
Salary
#14 of 49
Cost
#18 of 49
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Real Estate Sales Agents (SOC 41-9022)
Entry Level
$43,230
25th percentile
Median
$56,670
+1% vs. national avg ($56,320)Experienced
$95,200
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
660 employed in this state
Note: Real estate agent compensation is heavily commission-based. BLS OEWS data reflects base wages reported by employers and may undercount total earnings.
Source: BLS OEWS – Real Estate Sales Agents (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+1.8%
Below AverageNew Jobs
+6,500
over 10 years
Annual Openings
42,900
per year (avg.)
359,300 currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
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Real Estate Agent
$56,670
Pre-licensing education (40-180 hours) + state exam
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Real Estate Agent
Pre-licensing education (40-180 hours) + state exam
$56,670
2-3 years experience + additional education + broker exam
$59,310
AQB courses + supervised experience (varies by tier)
$60,990
Salary data from BLS OEWS May 2024 for this state. Career paths represent common advancement routes — actual progression may vary. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Source: Montana BRR — Official Website
Estimated total: 4–16 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Montana BRR — Official Website
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