Real Estate Appraiser License Cost in Montana
Documented Appraiser license fees for Montana are not published in this dataset, so the total cost varies. Check the current fee schedule with Montana Board of Real Estate Appraisers before budgeting.
Figures below come from the same dataset as the full guide and list only what the state publishes. Anything not published is marked “varies — check the board” rather than guessed.
Appraiser license cost — Montana at a glance
| Pre-license education | 75 hrs required — tuition varies by school |
| Exam fee | Varies — check the board |
| Application fee | Varies — check the board |
| License fee | Varies — check the board |
| Documented fees total | Not published |
| BLS median annual wage | $61,910 (real estate appraisers and assessors) |
Fees vs. median pay
The BLS median annual wage for real estate appraisers and assessors is $61,910. Actual local earnings vary widely by market and experience — use the career ROI tool to model your own numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What does a Appraiser license cost in Montana?
Documented fees for Montana are not published in this dataset — check Montana Board of Real Estate Appraisers for the current fee schedule.
Are the exam fee and the license fee the same thing in Montana?
No. The exam fee covers sitting for the test, while the application and license fees cover processing and issuing the credential. Each is listed separately in the table above where the state publishes it.
How much does Appraiser training cost in Montana?
Montana requires 75 hours of pre-license education. Tuition is set by each approved school and varies widely, so contact the programs on your state's approved list for current prices.
Is a Appraiser license in Montana worth the cost?
The BLS median annual wage for real estate appraisers and assessors is $61,910. Earnings vary widely by state and market — treat this as a planning estimate, not a promise.
Budget your Appraiser licensing in Montana
This page is informational and not legal advice. Fees, pass rates and retake rules change frequently — verify all figures with Montana Board of Real Estate Appraisers and your exam vendor before paying (retrieved 2026-08-20).