| Requirement | Hawaii |
|---|---|
| Pre-license education | 60 hours |
| Exam administrator | Pearson VUE |
| License / application fee | n/a |
| Exam fee | n/a |
| Regulator | Hawaii Real Estate Commission |
| Payroll-employed agents (BLS) | 690 |
| Agent median pay (BLS May 2025) | $46,220 |
Licensing & state law
How to become a real estate agent in Hawaii
To get a Hawaii real estate salesperson license you complete 60 hours of state-approved pre-license education, pass the Pearson VUE-administered exam, clear a background check and affiliate with a sponsoring broker. The Hawaii Real Estate Commission sets the rules and issues the license.
What are the requirements for a Hawaii real estate license?
Hawaii requires 60 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 Hawaii?
Getting licensed in Hawaii takes six steps: meet eligibility, finish 60 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 Hawaii Real Estate Commission.
1/ 6
Meet the basic eligibility
Be at least 18 and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent; the Hawaii Real Estate Commission lists any residency or other conditions.
2/ 6
Complete 60 hours of pre-license education
Hawaii requires 60 hours from a state-approved real estate school, in a classroom or online.
3/ 6
Pass the Hawaii salesperson exam
The exam is administered by Pearson VUE and covers national real estate principles plus Hawaii law.
4/ 6
Clear the background check
Submit fingerprints or a criminal-history check as required by the Hawaii Real Estate Commission.
5/ 6
Affiliate with a sponsoring broker
A new Hawaii 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 Hawaii Real Estate Commission, then activate under your broker.
How much does a Hawaii real estate license cost?
Hawaii'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 Hawaii Real Estate Commission before applying.
How much do licensed agents earn in Hawaii?
Payroll-employed real estate sales agents in Hawaii earned a median of $46,220 in May 2025 (BLS); the bottom 10% earned under $36,030. See the full Hawaii agent salary breakdown.
What are Hawaii’s housing markets like for new agents?
WealthyBud tracks 4 Hawaii housing markets. Their median listing prices have a midpoint of $835,000 as of September 2026, from $599,000 in Hilo to $1.51M in Kapaa; 2 of 4 are below last year's asking price.
| Market | Median list price | YoY | Days on market | Active listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu, HI | $675,000 | +3.9% | 76 | 3,483 |
| Kahului, HI | $995,000 | -13.5% | 117 | 1,367 |
| Hilo, HI | $599,000 | -3.2% | 92 | 1,365 |
| Kapaa, HI | $1.51M | +8.1% | 116 | 385 |
All tracked markets: Hawaii housing market hub.
Hawaii real estate license FAQ
How many hours of education do you need for a real estate license in Hawaii?
Hawaii requires 60 hours of state-approved pre-license education before the salesperson exam, according to WealthyBud's compilation of Hawaii Real Estate Commission requirements.
How much does a Hawaii 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 Hawaii Real Estate Commission publishes the current fee schedule.
Who administers the Hawaii real estate exam?
Pearson VUE administers the Hawaii salesperson exam. The commission website text (crawled July 2026) names PSI Services, LLC; confirm the current vendor with the commission.
Do you need a college degree to get a real estate license in Hawaii?
No. Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
The Hawaii Real Estate Commission licenses and regulates Hawaii real estate salespersons and brokers and is the authoritative source for current rules.
Licensing rules and fees change. Always confirm current requirements with the Hawaii Real Estate Commission before enrolling. The commission website text (crawled July 2026) names PSI Services, LLC; confirm the current vendor with the commission.