Illinois vs West Virginia

The Illinois exam has 150 questions with a 70% passing score, while West Virginia has 150 questions with a 70% passing score. West Virginia 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 IDFPR and WVREC for current reciprocity agreements.

Illinois real estate agents earn an average of $59,000 annually, while West Virginia agents average $44,000. However, consider cost of living and market conditions in your decision.