| Requirement | Alaska |
|---|---|
| Pre-license education | 40 hours |
| Exam administrator | Pearson VUE |
| License / application fee | n/a |
| Exam fee | n/a |
| Regulator | Alaska Real Estate Commission |
| Payroll-employed agents (BLS) | 170 |
| Agent median pay (BLS May 2025) | $89,170 |
Licensing & state law
How to become a real estate agent in Alaska
To get an Alaska real estate salesperson license you complete 40 hours of state-approved pre-license education, pass the Pearson VUE-administered exam, clear a background check and affiliate with a sponsoring broker. The Alaska Real Estate Commission sets the rules and issues the license.
What are the requirements for a Alaska real estate license?
Alaska requires 40 hours of approved pre-license education, a passing score on the Pearson VUE salesperson exam, a background check and sponsorship by a licensed broker. The table lists each requirement, the published fees WealthyBud could source and the regulator.
What are the steps to get licensed in Alaska?
Getting licensed in Alaska takes six steps: meet eligibility, finish 40 hours of pre-license education, pass the Pearson VUE exam, clear a background check, affiliate with a sponsoring broker, then apply and activate with the Alaska Real Estate Commission.
1/ 6
Meet the basic eligibility
Be at least 18 and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent; the Alaska Real Estate Commission lists any residency or other conditions.
2/ 6
Complete 40 hours of pre-license education
Alaska requires 40 hours from a state-approved real estate school, in a classroom or online.
3/ 6
Pass the Alaska salesperson exam
The exam is administered by Pearson VUE and covers national real estate principles plus Alaska law.
4/ 6
Clear the background check
Submit fingerprints or a criminal-history check as required by the Alaska Real Estate Commission.
5/ 6
Affiliate with a sponsoring broker
A new Alaska salesperson must work under a licensed broker before practicing.
6/ 6
Apply and activate the license
File the application and pay the license fee to the Alaska Real Estate Commission, then activate under your broker.
How much does an Alaska real estate license cost?
Alaska's published costs in WealthyBud's sources are: license fee: n/a (not published in our sources); exam fee: n/a. Pre-license course tuition is set by each school and is not regulated, so it is not listed. Confirm every fee with the Alaska Real Estate Commission before applying.
How much do licensed agents earn in Alaska?
Payroll-employed real estate sales agents in Alaska earned a median of $89,170 in May 2025 (BLS); the bottom 10% earned under $52,420. See the full Alaska agent salary breakdown.
What are Alaska’s housing markets like for new agents?
WealthyBud tracks 4 Alaska housing markets. Their median listing prices have a midpoint of $488,000 as of September 2026, from $328,600 in Fairbanks to $500,000 in Ketchikan; 1 of 4 are below last year's asking price.
| Market | Median list price | YoY | Days on market | Active listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage, AK | $485,000 | +0.5% | 51 | 1,147 |
| Fairbanks, AK | $328,600 | -1.9% | 55 | 317 |
| Juneau, AK | $491,000 | +1.2% | 50 | 73 |
| Ketchikan, AK | $500,000 | +11.4% | 98 | 64 |
All tracked markets: Alaska housing market hub.
Alaska real estate license FAQ
How many hours of education do you need for a real estate license in Alaska?
Alaska requires 40 hours of state-approved pre-license education before the salesperson exam, according to WealthyBud's compilation of Alaska Real Estate Commission requirements.
How much does an Alaska real estate license cost?
Published fees in WealthyBud's sources: license fee: n/a (not published in our sources); exam fee: n/a. Course tuition varies by school. The Alaska Real Estate Commission publishes the current fee schedule.
Who administers the Alaska real estate exam?
Pearson VUE administers the Alaska salesperson exam.
Do you need a college degree to get a real estate license in Alaska?
No. Alaska requires pre-license education and a passing exam score, not a college degree. You must generally be 18 with a high-school diploma or equivalent.
Who regulates real estate agents in Alaska?
The Alaska Real Estate Commission licenses and regulates Alaska real estate salespersons and brokers and is the authoritative source for current rules.
Licensing rules and fees change. Always confirm current requirements with the Alaska Real Estate Commission before enrolling.