Licensing & state law

How to become a real estate agent in Wyoming

To get a Wyoming real estate salesperson license you complete 54 hours of state-approved pre-license education, pass the Pearson VUE-administered exam, clear a background check and affiliate with a sponsoring broker. The Wyoming Real Estate Commission sets the rules and issues the license.

What are the requirements for a Wyoming real estate license?

Wyoming requires 54 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.

Wyoming real estate license facts
RequirementWyoming
Pre-license education54 hours
Exam administratorPearson VUE
License / application feen/a
Exam feen/a
RegulatorWyoming Real Estate Commission
Payroll-employed agents (BLS)300
Agent median pay (BLS May 2025)$49,990

What are the steps to get licensed in Wyoming?

Getting licensed in Wyoming takes six steps: meet eligibility, finish 54 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 Wyoming Real Estate Commission.

1/ 6

Meet the basic eligibility

Be at least 18 and hold a high-school diploma or equivalent; the Wyoming Real Estate Commission lists any residency or other conditions.

2/ 6

Complete 54 hours of pre-license education

Wyoming requires 54 hours from a state-approved real estate school, in a classroom or online.

3/ 6

Pass the Wyoming salesperson exam

The exam is administered by Pearson VUE and covers national real estate principles plus Wyoming law.

4/ 6

Clear the background check

Submit fingerprints or a criminal-history check as required by the Wyoming Real Estate Commission.

5/ 6

Affiliate with a sponsoring broker

A new Wyoming 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 Wyoming Real Estate Commission, then activate under your broker.

How much does a Wyoming real estate license cost?

Wyoming'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 Wyoming Real Estate Commission before applying.

How much do licensed agents earn in Wyoming?

Payroll-employed real estate sales agents in Wyoming earned a median of $49,990 in May 2025 (BLS); the bottom 10% earned under $30,930. See the full Wyoming agent salary breakdown.

What are Wyoming’s housing markets like for new agents?

WealthyBud tracks 10 Wyoming housing markets. Their median listing prices have a midpoint of $454,112 as of September 2026, from $321,000 in Rock Springs to $2.15M in Jackson; 4 of 10 are below last year's asking price.

Largest tracked Wyoming housing markets by active listings — September 2026
MarketMedian list priceYoYDays on marketActive listings
Jackson, WY$2.15M+10.4%108418
Cheyenne, WY$473,975-5.1%43377
Casper, WY$401,875+11.3%46229
Sheridan, WY$593,150+8.4%87223
Evanston, WY$562,425-9.9%116219

All tracked markets: Wyoming housing market hub.

Wyoming real estate license FAQ

How many hours of education do you need for a real estate license in Wyoming?
Wyoming requires 54 hours of state-approved pre-license education before the salesperson exam, according to WealthyBud's compilation of Wyoming Real Estate Commission requirements.
How much does a Wyoming 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 Wyoming Real Estate Commission publishes the current fee schedule.
Who administers the Wyoming real estate exam?
Pearson VUE administers the Wyoming salesperson exam.
Do you need a college degree to get a real estate license in Wyoming?
No. Wyoming 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 Wyoming?
The Wyoming Real Estate Commission licenses and regulates Wyoming real estate salespersons and brokers and is the authoritative source for current rules.
Licensing rules and fees change. Always confirm current requirements with the Wyoming Real Estate Commission before enrolling.

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