Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers does

You manage residential or commercial properties and community associations by overseeing maintenance, collecting rent or fees, handling tenant relations, and managing budgets. You're responsible for keeping properties running smoothly and ensuring community standards are maintained.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~3 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

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