| Requirement | Idaho |
|---|---|
| Pre-license education | 90 hours |
| Exam administrator | Pearson VUE |
| License / application fee | $135 (commission website (crawled Jul 2026)) |
| Exam fee | n/a |
| Regulator | Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC) |
| Payroll-employed agents (BLS) | 1,170 |
| Agent median pay (BLS May 2025) | $39,820 |
Licensing & state law
How to become a real estate agent in Idaho
To get an Idaho real estate salesperson license you complete 90 hours of state-approved pre-license education, pass the Pearson VUE-administered exam, clear a background check and affiliate with a sponsoring broker. The Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC) sets the rules and issues the license.
What are the requirements for a Idaho real estate license?
Idaho requires 90 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 Idaho?
Getting licensed in Idaho takes six steps: meet eligibility, finish 90 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 Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC).
1/ 6
Meet the basic eligibility
Be at least 18 and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent; the Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC) lists any residency or other conditions.
2/ 6
Complete 90 hours of pre-license education
Idaho requires 90 hours from a state-approved real estate school, in a classroom or online.
3/ 6
Pass the Idaho salesperson exam
The exam is administered by Pearson VUE and covers national real estate principles plus Idaho law.
4/ 6
Clear the background check
Submit fingerprints or a criminal-history check as required by the Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC).
5/ 6
Affiliate with a sponsoring broker
A new Idaho 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 Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC), then activate under your broker.
How much does an Idaho real estate license cost?
Idaho's published costs in WealthyBud's sources are: $135 license/application fee (commission website (crawled Jul 2026)); 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 Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC) before applying.
How much do licensed agents earn in Idaho?
Payroll-employed real estate sales agents in Idaho earned a median of $39,820 in May 2025 (BLS); the bottom 10% earned under $21,120. See the full Idaho agent salary breakdown.
What are Idaho’s housing markets like for new agents?
WealthyBud tracks 14 Idaho housing markets. Their median listing prices have a midpoint of $524,875 as of September 2026, from $396,975 in Mountain Home to $1.52M in Sun Valley; 7 of 14 are below last year's asking price.
| Market | Median list price | YoY | Days on market | Active listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise, ID | $609,925 | +1.8% | 47 | 2,853 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | $759,000 | -2.7% | 56 | 1,034 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | $450,000 | -3.2% | 52 | 682 |
| Sandpoint, ID | $827,800 | +1.1% | 85 | 580 |
| Twin Falls, ID | $465,750 | +6.1% | 76 | 497 |
All tracked markets: Idaho housing market hub.
Idaho real estate license FAQ
How many hours of education do you need for a real estate license in Idaho?
Idaho requires 90 hours of state-approved pre-license education before the salesperson exam, according to WealthyBud's compilation of Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC) requirements.
How much does an Idaho real estate license cost?
Published fees in WealthyBud's sources: $135 license/application fee (commission website (crawled Jul 2026)); exam fee: n/a. Course tuition varies by school. The Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC) publishes the current fee schedule.
Who administers the Idaho real estate exam?
Pearson VUE administers the Idaho salesperson exam.
Do you need a college degree to get a real estate license in Idaho?
No. Idaho 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 Idaho?
The Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC) licenses and regulates Idaho real estate salespersons and brokers and is the authoritative source for current rules.
Licensing rules and fees change. Always confirm current requirements with the Idaho Real Estate Commission (IREC) before enrolling.