In the United States, real estate agencies generally make more money than sales offices. This is primarily due to the broader range of services offered by real estate agencies, which often include property management, rental services, and investment consulting, in addition to sales. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the average annual income for real estate agents in 2020 was $49,760, while the average annual income for sales representatives in the real estate industry was $45,760. This difference can be attributed to the higher commission rates and additional revenue streams available to real estate agents.