| Requirement | Maine |
|---|---|
| Pre-license education | 55 hours |
| Exam administrator | Pearson VUE |
| License / application fee | $121 (commission website (crawled Jul 2026)) |
| Exam fee | n/a |
| Regulator | Maine Real Estate Commission |
| Payroll-employed agents (BLS) | 740 |
| Agent median pay (BLS May 2025) | $56,930 |
Licensing & state law
How to become a real estate agent in Maine
To get a Maine real estate salesperson license you complete 55 hours of state-approved pre-license education, pass the Pearson VUE-administered exam, clear a background check and affiliate with a sponsoring broker. The Maine Real Estate Commission sets the rules and issues the license.
What are the requirements for a Maine real estate license?
Maine requires 55 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 Maine?
Getting licensed in Maine takes six steps: meet eligibility, finish 55 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 Maine Real Estate Commission.
1/ 6
Meet the basic eligibility
Be at least 18 and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent; the Maine Real Estate Commission lists any residency or other conditions.
2/ 6
Complete 55 hours of pre-license education
Maine requires 55 hours from a state-approved real estate school, in a classroom or online.
3/ 6
Pass the Maine salesperson exam
The exam is administered by Pearson VUE and covers national real estate principles plus Maine law.
4/ 6
Clear the background check
Submit fingerprints or a criminal-history check as required by the Maine Real Estate Commission.
5/ 6
Affiliate with a sponsoring broker
A new Maine 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 Maine Real Estate Commission, then activate under your broker.
How much does a Maine real estate license cost?
Maine's published costs in WealthyBud's sources are: $121 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 Maine Real Estate Commission before applying.
How much do licensed agents earn in Maine?
Payroll-employed real estate sales agents in Maine earned a median of $56,930 in May 2025 (BLS); the bottom 10% earned under $30,920. See the full Maine agent salary breakdown.
What are Maine’s housing markets like for new agents?
WealthyBud tracks 4 Maine housing markets. Their median listing prices have a midpoint of $382,088 as of September 2026, from $309,725 in Bangor to $625,000 in Portland; 2 of 4 are below last year's asking price.
| Market | Median list price | YoY | Days on market | Active listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, ME | $625,000 | -2.5% | 47 | 2,027 |
| Bangor, ME | $309,725 | +0.7% | 66 | 653 |
| Augusta, ME | $394,500 | -1.4% | 58 | 484 |
| Lewiston, ME | $369,675 | +0.1% | 45 | 261 |
All tracked markets: Maine housing market hub.
Maine real estate license FAQ
How many hours of education do you need for a real estate license in Maine?
Maine requires 55 hours of state-approved pre-license education before the salesperson exam, according to WealthyBud's compilation of Maine Real Estate Commission requirements.
How much does a Maine real estate license cost?
Published fees in WealthyBud's sources: $121 license/application fee (commission website (crawled Jul 2026)); exam fee: n/a. Course tuition varies by school. The Maine Real Estate Commission publishes the current fee schedule.
Who administers the Maine real estate exam?
Pearson VUE administers the Maine salesperson exam.
Do you need a college degree to get a real estate license in Maine?
No. Maine 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 Maine?
The Maine Real Estate Commission licenses and regulates Maine real estate salespersons and brokers and is the authoritative source for current rules.
Licensing rules and fees change. Always confirm current requirements with the Maine Real Estate Commission before enrolling.