New York vs South Dakota

The New York exam has 75 questions with a 70% passing score, while South Dakota has 150 questions with a 70% passing score. New York typically has a higher pass rate.

License reciprocity varies. Some states offer partial reciprocity where you may only need to take the state-specific portion of the exam. Check with both the DOS and SDREC for current reciprocity agreements.

New York real estate agents earn an average of $72,000 annually, while South Dakota agents average $46,000. However, consider cost of living and market conditions in your decision.