“Wanted: Walking Commute to Wine Openings—Why Aussies Are Googling ‘How to Become a Real Estate Agent’ 37,000 Times a Month”
Google data from BizCover reveals Aussies search “how to become a real estate agent” 37,300 times a month—more than any other job. We break down which professions Australians 탐 kijken, what's fueling the craze, and where public-sector roles stack up.
Everyone Wants a Slice of the Property Pie
Aussies aren’t just binge-watching House Rules—they’re daydreaming about walking clients through beachfront homes, too. With Google searches for “how to become a real estate agent” at a whopping 37,300 per month, this role topped BizCover’s analysis of 700+ job titles between Aug 2023 and Jul 2024.
That’s more queries than for any other occupation—beating out psychologists, pilots, paramedics…and even judges of the peace!
Job Search Heatmap – What Aussies Want in 2024
| Job Title | Avg Monthly Searches | Role Type |
|---|---|---|
| Real estate agent | 37,300 | Private sector, sales |
| Justice of the Peace (JP) | 25,500 | Public sector, volunteer |
| Psychologist | 21,500 | Healthcare |
| Pilot | 20,900 | Aviation |
| Paramedic | 18,900 | Emergency services |
| Psychiatrist | 16,600 | Healthcare |
| Mortgage broker | 14,760 | Finance |
| Flight attendant | 14,700 | Aviation, service |
| Police officer | 12,420 | Public sector, enforcement |
| Firefighter | 12,000 | Emergency services |
| Nurse | 11,710 | Healthcare |
| Physiotherapist | 11,540 | Healthcare |
| Social worker | 11,300 | Healthcare |
| Teacher | 10,650 | Education |
| Pharmacist | 10,640 | Healthcare |
| Vet | 10,600 | Veterinary |
| Doctor | 10,230 | Healthcare |
| Finance adviser | 9,720 | Finance |
| Project manager | 9,420 | Professional services |
Why the Craze for Selling Houses?
- Booming Property Market
With house prices skyrocketing in recent years, real estate agents have been in high demand. A quick Google trend dip shows consistent interest across every state—even more so in Victoria and Queensland. - Lifestyle & Earnings
Endless chatter, flexible hours, potential for high commission—but you’ll need your game face. - Public-Service Interest Too
Many of the top-search roles are helping professions—like paramedics, nurses, teachers—all hovering around 10,000–20,000 searches per month. - Trade Still Trending
Skilled labour jobs like builder (6,570) and mechanic (4,210) show steady interest, though still behind white-collar and public service roles.
What BizCover Says
“It’s fascinating how varied these interests are, from real estate to essential service roles like paramedics and pilots… and there’s consistent demand for skilled labour”
— Sharon Kenny, BizCover Head of Marketing
Real Estate: The How-To Basics
To become a real estate agent in Australia, you’ll generally need to:
- Enrol in a Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice (via TAFE or online) ozstudies.comentryeducation.edu.au
- Pass state-specific exams and apply for your licence ozstudies.combizcover.com.au
- Secure the required Professional Indemnity insurance—mandatory in NSW, optional but wise elsewhere bizcover.com.aubizcover.com.au
Expect study time from 6 months to a year, plus ongoing continuing professional development.
What This Tells Us About Aussie Aspirations
- Real estate—flexible, entrepreneur-friendly, and tied to the property market—is top of mind.
- Public roles and healthcare still dominate for stable, meaningful careers.
- Digital & content jobs like YouTuber (5,550) and Content Creator (2,600) are bubbling under, showing changing career interests bizcover.com.autherealestateconversation.com.au.
- Trades remain steady but less glamourous—except maybe tradies in real estate… go figure.
Final Word
Dreaming of that commission-fuelled lifestyle? Aussies sure are—and real estate tops the search charts. But before you hand in your 9–5, remember it takes study, licences, and insurance. Plus, if glory days filling up open houses ain’t your jam, public service or creative roles are still drawing Aussie interest in droves.
Want a breakdown of what training your state needs—or a head-to-head of job satisfaction vs earnings? I can sort that faster than you can say “sold!”
