Details Report for:
13-2023.00 - Appraisers and Assessors of Real Estate
Appraise real estate, exclusively, and estimate its fair value. May assess taxes in accordance with prescribed schedules.
Sample of reported job titles: Appraiser, Assessor, Certified Real Estate Appraiser, Commercial Appraiser, County Assessor, Field Appraiser, Real Estate Appraiser, Real Property Appraiser, Tax Assessor, Valuation Consultant
Tasks | Technology Skills | Tools Used | Knowledge | Skills | Abilities | Work Activities | Detailed Work Activities | Work Context | Job Zone | Credentials | Interests | Work Styles | Work Values | Related Occupations | Wages & Employment | Job Openings | Additional Information
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Technology Skills Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Accounting software — CPR International GeneralCOST Estimator
- Analytical or scientific software — Construction Management Software ProEst; MicroSolve CAMA; WinEstimator WinEst; WinGap (see all 13 examples)
- Calendar and scheduling software — Govern Software Land and Permits Management System
- Data base user interface and query software — Database software; Microsoft Access
; Visual PAMSPro; Yardi software (see all 14 examples)
- Desktop publishing software — ACI Appraiser's Choice
- Electronic mail software — Microsoft Outlook
- Financial analysis software — Cost estimation software; CPR Visual Estimator; RPIS Silent CMA; TietoEnator ProMatch (see all 12 examples)
- Graphics or photo imaging software — Bradford ClickFORMS; Wilson's Computer Applications RealEasy Photos Plus
- Information retrieval or search software — Online title search and property report software
- Internet browser software — Web browser software
- Map creation software — Emerald Data Deed-Chek; Geomechanical design analysis GDA software; Greenbrier Graphics Deed Plotter; Informatik MapDraw Deed Mapper (see all 7 examples)
- Office suite software — Microsoft Office
- Operating system software — Microsoft Windows
- Presentation software — Microsoft PowerPoint
- Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
- Tax preparation software — Manatron MVP Tax
- Word processing software — Concierge Systems Report Concierge; Microsoft Word
; ValueTech Report Builder
Hot Technology — a technology requirement frequently included in employer job postings.
Tools Used Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Carbon monoxide analyzer — Carbon monoxide detectors
- Desktop computers
- Electronic charts or maps or atlases — Appraisal, mapping, and comparison data reporting systems; Electronic maps; Mapping or location-based analysis systems; Real estate mapping and property description systems (see all 7 examples)
- Laser measuring systems — Handheld distance meters; Laser measuring devices; Ultrasonic distance measurers
- Notebook computers — Laptop computers
- Personal digital assistant PDAs or organizers — Personal digital assistants PDA
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Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Detailed Work Activities Save Table (XLS/CSV)
- Appraise property values.
- Prepare financial documents, reports, or budgets.
- Analyze market conditions or trends.
- Maintain data in information systems or databases.
- Interpret financial information for others.
- Examine financial records.
- Calculate data to inform organizational operations.
- Verify application data to determine program eligibility.
- Prepare financial documents.
- Verify accuracy of records.
- Advise real estate clients.
- Evaluate condition of properties.
- Explain financial information to customers.
- Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.
- Develop business or financial information systems.
- Gather financial records.
- Update professional knowledge.
- Create images of data, locations, or products.
- Estimate costs of goods or services.
- Testify at legal or legislative proceedings.
Find occupations related to multiple detailed work activities
Work Context Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Job Zone Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Title | Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed |
Education | Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. |
Related Experience | A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified. |
Job Training | Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training. |
Job Zone Examples | Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, chemists, art directors, and cost estimators. |
SVP Range | (7.0 to < 8.0) |
Interests Save Table (XLS/CSV)
Work Styles Save Table (XLS/CSV)
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Related Occupations Save Table (XLS/CSV)
11-3012.00 | Administrative Services Managers ![]() |
13-1021.00 | Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products |
13-1023.00 | Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products |
13-1031.00 | Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators |
13-2081.00 | Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents |
17-3022.00 | Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians |
19-3051.00 | Urban and Regional Planners ![]() |
41-9021.00 | Real Estate Brokers |
41-9022.00 | Real Estate Sales Agents |
53-6051.00 | Transportation Inspectors |
Wages & Employment Trends
Median wage data for Property Appraisers and Assessors.
Employment data for Property Appraisers and Assessors.
Industry data for Property Appraisers and Assessors.
Median wages (2019) | $27.41 hourly, $57,010 annual |
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Employment (2019) | 75,100 employees |
Projected growth (2019-2029) | ![]() |
Projected job openings (2019-2029) | 5,400 |
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Top industries (2019) | Government (36% employed in this sector)
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2019 wage data
and 2019-2029 employment projections
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"Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2019-2029). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
Sources of Additional Information
Disclaimer: Sources are listed to provide additional information on related jobs, specialties, and/or industries. Links to non-DOL Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.
- American Society of Appraisers
- American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers
- American Society of Home Inspectors
- Appraisal Institute
- CCIM Institute
- International Association of Assessing Officers
- International Right of Way Association
- National Association of Independent Fee Appraisers
- National Association of Realtors
- National Society of Professional Engineers
- Occupational Outlook Handbook: Appraisers and assessors of real estate
- Worldwide ERC