Real Estate Sales Agents vs. Cashiers: Who Earns More?
Real Estate Sales Agentss out-earn Cashierss by $20K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Real Estate Sales Agentss land at $52,830 and Cashierss at $32,880. The education gap is real: real estate sales agent programs typically require high school diploma or equivalent, while cashier programs require no formal educational credential. Top-paying state for Real Estate Sales Agentss is District of Columbia ($123,770); for Cashierss it's District of Columbia ($38,880).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Real Estate Sales Agents median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Real Estate Sales Agentss or Cashierss?
Real Estate Sales Agentss earn more nationally. The median is $52,830 for Real Estate Sales Agentss versus $32,880 for Cashierss, a difference of $20K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Real Estate Sales Agents or Cashiers?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Real Estate Sales Agents or Cashiers?
Real Estate Sales Agents typically requires high school diploma or equivalent. Cashiers requires no formal educational credential. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Real Estate Sales Agentss get paid the most?
District of Columbia is the top-paying state for Real Estate Sales Agentss at $123,770/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Real Estate Sales Agents vs. Cashiers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In District of Columbia, Real Estate Sales Agentss earn $123,770 vs. $38,880 for Cashierss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.