Commercial Real Estate Firms Raised Salaries by 4%
Nearly all surveyed firms increased base pay from 2025 to 2026, with similar growth trends expected to continue through 2027.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Commercial
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A new industry survey of 436 commercial real estate companies shows that 93.3 percent raised base salaries between 2025 and 2026. This analysis tracks compensation changes across 180 different job roles within the sector.
Why it matters
The findings reflect broad upward pressure on wages within the commercial real estate sector as firms compete to maintain talent. These pay shifts signal ongoing labor market trends that impact total compensation packages for industry employees.
The 37th edition of the national survey reports that 93.3 percent of participating firms increased base salaries by an average of 4 percent from 2025 to 2026. Data shows 88 percent of these companies expect to continue these salary hikes through 2027.
The players
RCLCO
A real estate consulting firm that tracks industry compensation, benefits, and market trends for workforce planning.
The details
The report examines how firms across various property sectors adjusted their incentive structures and total benefits packages. By gathering data on over 180 distinct job positions, the survey provides a detailed look at how employers in the commercial real estate space are modifying their payroll budgets. These shifts are aggregated from responses provided by 436 companies of varying sizes and ownership structures.
Timeline
Base salaries for most firms increased between 2025 and 2026.
Companies anticipate further salary increases throughout 2027.
Money Landscape
This report serves as a benchmark for wage growth within the real estate sector, updating historical trends established by the annual series. It places the current 4 percent average salary increase within the context of a competitive labor market for commercial property professionals.
Employees in the commercial real estate sector may use these figures to benchmark their own total compensation against broader market averages. Individuals planning their career trajectory should consult with a financial or tax professional regarding how these salary shifts impact their overall household budget.
The takeaway
The majority of commercial real estate firms have implemented salary increases, signaling a sustained trend of wage growth heading into 2027. Readers should review their most recent compensation statements to see how their personal growth aligns with the reported 4 percent industry average.
Further reading
For broader trends on property industry labor costs, visit the Commercial section.
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