| Requirement | Utah |
|---|---|
| Pre-license education | 120 hours |
| Exam administrator | Pearson VUE |
| License / application fee | n/a |
| Exam fee | n/a |
| Regulator | Utah Division of Real Estate |
| Payroll-employed agents (BLS) | 4,240 |
| Agent median pay (BLS May 2025) | $50,720 |
Licensing & state law
How to become a real estate agent in Utah
To get a Utah real estate salesperson license you complete 120 hours of state-approved pre-license education, pass the Pearson VUE-administered exam, clear a background check and affiliate with a sponsoring broker. The Utah Division of Real Estate sets the rules and issues the license.
What are the requirements for a Utah real estate license?
Utah requires 120 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 Utah?
Getting licensed in Utah takes six steps: meet eligibility, finish 120 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 Utah Division of Real Estate.
1/ 6
Meet the basic eligibility
Be at least 18 and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent; the Utah Division of Real Estate lists any residency or other conditions.
2/ 6
Complete 120 hours of pre-license education
Utah requires 120 hours from a state-approved real estate school, in a classroom or online.
3/ 6
Pass the Utah salesperson exam
The exam is administered by Pearson VUE and covers national real estate principles plus Utah law.
4/ 6
Clear the background check
Submit fingerprints or a criminal-history check as required by the Utah Division of Real Estate.
5/ 6
Affiliate with a sponsoring broker
A new Utah 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 Utah Division of Real Estate, then activate under your broker.
How much does a Utah real estate license cost?
Utah'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 Utah Division of Real Estate before applying.
How much do licensed agents earn in Utah?
Payroll-employed real estate sales agents in Utah earned a median of $50,720 in May 2025 (BLS); the bottom 10% earned under $30,290. See the full Utah agent salary breakdown.
What are Utah’s housing markets like for new agents?
WealthyBud tracks 11 Utah housing markets. Their median listing prices have a midpoint of $537,213 as of September 2026, from $329,975 in Price to $1.61M in Park City; 7 of 11 are below last year's asking price.
| Market | Median list price | YoY | Days on market | Active listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, UT | $564,950 | -3.6% | 58 | 3,923 |
| Provo, UT | $569,900 | +0.9% | 64 | 2,951 |
| Ogden, UT | $537,213 | -1.9% | 58 | 2,067 |
| St. George, UT | $615,000 | -1.2% | 72 | 2,030 |
| Heber, UT | $1.59M | +11.0% | 90 | 1,595 |
All tracked markets: Utah housing market hub.
Utah real estate license FAQ
How many hours of education do you need for a real estate license in Utah?
Utah requires 120 hours of state-approved pre-license education before the salesperson exam, according to WealthyBud's compilation of Utah Division of Real Estate requirements.
How much does a Utah 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 Utah Division of Real Estate publishes the current fee schedule.
Who administers the Utah real estate exam?
Pearson VUE administers the Utah salesperson exam.
Do you need a college degree to get a real estate license in Utah?
No. Utah 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 Utah?
The Utah Division of Real Estate licenses and regulates Utah real estate salespersons and brokers and is the authoritative source for current rules.
Licensing rules and fees change. Always confirm current requirements with the Utah Division of Real Estate before enrolling.