How to become property, real estate, and community association managerseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$69,990
25th–75th pct. $50,720–$97,910
Top pay (est.)
$181,600
Top 10% $139,680
Pay in 5 years
$79,100est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$89,400est.
$76,900–$103,800
Outlook score
58/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
67%
High
Job growth (10 yr)
+3.7%
37K openings / yr
How to become property, real estate, and community association managers
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
Less than 5 years
On-the-job training
Short-term on-the-job training
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsCoordinating the Work and Activities of OthersResolving Conflicts and Negotiating with OthersMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsGuiding, Directing, and Motivating SubordinatesCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesGetting Information
Important abilities
Oral ExpressionOral ComprehensionWritten ExpressionWritten ComprehensionNear VisionDeductive Reasoning
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★★★☆ Demanding (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as property, real estate, and community association managers
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.