Real Estate Broker License Cost in District of Columbia
Documented Broker license fees for District of Columbia are not published in this dataset, so the total cost varies. Check the current fee schedule with DC Real Estate Commission 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.
Broker license cost — District of Columbia at a glance
| Pre-license education | Varies — check the board |
| 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 | $62,260 (real estate brokers) |
Fees vs. median pay
The BLS median annual wage for real estate brokers is $62,260. 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 Broker license cost in District of Columbia?
Documented fees for District of Columbia are not published in this dataset — check DC Real Estate Commission for the current fee schedule.
Are the exam fee and the license fee the same thing in District of Columbia?
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 Broker training cost in District of Columbia?
Training-hour requirements for District of Columbia are not published here — ask DC Real Estate Commission for the approved programs and their costs.
Is a Broker license in District of Columbia worth the cost?
The BLS median annual wage for real estate brokers is $62,260. Earnings vary widely by state and market — treat this as a planning estimate, not a promise.
Budget your Broker licensing in District of Columbia
This page is informational and not legal advice. Fees, pass rates and retake rules change frequently — verify all figures with DC Real Estate Commission and your exam vendor before paying (retrieved 2026-08-20).