| Requirement | Tennessee |
|---|---|
| Pre-license education | 90 hours |
| Exam administrator | PSI |
| License / application fee | n/a |
| Exam fee | $63 (commission website, crawled Jul 2026) |
| Regulator | Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC) |
| Payroll-employed agents (BLS) | 2,360 |
| Agent median pay (BLS May 2025) | $46,250 |
Licensing & state law
How to become a real estate agent in Tennessee
To get a Tennessee real estate salesperson license you complete 90 hours of state-approved pre-license education, pass the PSI-administered exam, clear a background check and affiliate with a sponsoring broker. The Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC) sets the rules and issues the license.
What are the requirements for a Tennessee real estate license?
Tennessee requires 90 hours of approved pre-license education, a passing score on the PSI 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 Tennessee?
Getting licensed in Tennessee takes six steps: meet eligibility, finish 90 hours of pre-license education, pass the PSI exam, clear a background check, affiliate with a sponsoring broker, then apply and activate with the Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC).
1/ 6
Meet the basic eligibility
Be at least 18 and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent; the Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC) lists any residency or other conditions.
2/ 6
Complete 90 hours of pre-license education
Tennessee requires 90 hours from a state-approved real estate school, in a classroom or online.
3/ 6
Pass the Tennessee salesperson exam
The exam is administered by PSI and covers national real estate principles plus Tennessee law.
4/ 6
Clear the background check
Submit fingerprints or a criminal-history check as required by the Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC).
5/ 6
Affiliate with a sponsoring broker
A new Tennessee 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 Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC), then activate under your broker.
How much does a Tennessee real estate license cost?
Tennessee's published costs in WealthyBud's sources are: license fee: n/a (not published in our sources); $63 exam fee (commission website, crawled Jul 2026). Pre-license course tuition is set by each school and is not regulated, so it is not listed. Confirm every fee with the Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC) before applying.
How much do licensed agents earn in Tennessee?
Payroll-employed real estate sales agents in Tennessee earned a median of $46,250 in May 2025 (BLS); the bottom 10% earned under $32,160. See the full Tennessee agent salary breakdown.
What are Tennessee’s housing markets like for new agents?
WealthyBud tracks 27 Tennessee housing markets. Their median listing prices have a midpoint of $371,200 as of September 2026, from $227,450 in Union City to $589,500 in Sevierville; 11 of 27 are below last year's asking price.
| Market | Median list price | YoY | Days on market | Active listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | $533,995 | -1.0% | 62 | 12,150 |
| Memphis, TN | $299,950 | -8.7% | 72 | 5,404 |
| Knoxville, TN | $447,000 | -0.7% | 60 | 3,749 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $395,000 | -1.2% | 67 | 3,072 |
| Sevierville, TN | $589,500 | -8.0% | 95 | 2,180 |
All tracked markets: Tennessee housing market hub.
Tennessee real estate license FAQ
How many hours of education do you need for a real estate license in Tennessee?
Tennessee requires 90 hours of state-approved pre-license education before the salesperson exam, according to WealthyBud's compilation of Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC) requirements.
How much does a Tennessee real estate license cost?
Published fees in WealthyBud's sources: license fee: n/a (not published in our sources); $63 exam fee (commission website, crawled Jul 2026). Course tuition varies by school. The Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC) publishes the current fee schedule.
Who administers the Tennessee real estate exam?
PSI administers the Tennessee salesperson exam.
Do you need a college degree to get a real estate license in Tennessee?
No. Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
The Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC) licenses and regulates Tennessee real estate salespersons and brokers and is the authoritative source for current rules.
Licensing rules and fees change. Always confirm current requirements with the Tennessee Real Estate Commission (TREC) before enrolling.