As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) in the United States is $67,315. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $62,398 to $71,756, with most professionals earning between $57,921 and $75,799.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $71,756 | $5,980 | $1,380 | $34 |
| Average | $67,315 | $5,610 | $1,295 | $32 |
| 25th Percentile | $62,398 | $5,200 | $1,200 | $30 |
An entry-level Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) with less than 1 year of experience earns about $65,700. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $65,847. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $67,646. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $69,502, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $69,635.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) | $65,700 |
| Intermediate Level Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) | $65,847 |
| Senior Level Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) | $67,646 |
| Specialist Level Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) | $69,502 |
| Expert Level Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) | $69,635 |
| Entry Level | 2% |
| Mid Level | 2% |
| Senior Level | 0% |
| Top Level | 3% |
| Experienced | 3% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $64,276 in 2023 to approximately $64,172 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $67,315 | 71.5% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $5,150 | 5.5% | ||
| 401K/403B | $3,164 | 3.4% | ||
| Disability | $539 | 0.6% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,056 | 6.4% | ||
| Pension | $3,702 | 3.9% | ||
| Time Off | $8,285 | 8.8% | ||
| Total Compensation | $94,210 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 0.5% |
| High School | 28.5% |
| Associates | 9.7% |
| Bachelors | 50.2% |
| Masters | 10.6% |
| Doctorate | 0.5% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) is $67,315. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) is $32; the average weekly pay of Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) is $1,295; the average monthly pay of Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) is $5,610.
An Appraiser (Residential Real Estate)'s earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, an Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) is $84,904.
The highest pay for Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) is $75,799.
The lowest pay for Appraiser (Residential Real Estate) is $57,921.
Conducts residential real estate appraisals to establish the market value generally used for lending, insurance, or other purposes. Follows standard processes for conducting on-site property inspections, data collection, and research relevant market conditions required to perform valuations. Investigates the quality of the construction, the overall condition of the property, and the surrounding location. Uses generally accepted appraisal practice concepts and practices to perform data analysis, develop valuation estimates, and write comprehensive reports and exhibits. Utilizes appraisal software tools and databases. Ensures that reports comply with required policies, formats, and regulations. May require a bachelor's degree. May require the Member of the Appraisal Institute (SRA) or similar designation. Requires a State Appraiser License. Typically reports to a manager. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience.
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