MLS markets experiencing the highest turnover nationally
Updated September 2026
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Relitix Agent Switch Rate Index · September 2026
Top 15 U.S. metros — highest % of agents switching brokerages
Share of agents who changed brokerages over the last 12 months (October 2025 – September 2026).
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Agent Switch Rates Reach 29.5% in Top U.S. Market as Brokerage Mobility Varies Widely
September Report
The September 2026 Relitix Agent Switch Rate Index analyzed agent brokerage movement across 124 eligible MLS markets, based on activity recorded from October 2025 through September 2026. The average annual agent switch rate across U.S. metro markets was 8.7%, while several markets recorded substantially higher levels of brokerage movement. Spartanburg, South Carolina, led the rankings with a 29.5% annual switch rate—more than three times the U.S. metro average.
Among the highest-mobility markets include:
Spartanburg, SC led the nation at 29.5%
Indianapolis, IN followed at 25.1%
Tyler, TX reached 23.2%
Springfield, MO recorded 19.8%
Fort Myers, FL reached 17.2%
San Antonio, TX, and San Diego, CA tied at 16.0%.
Relitix Agent Switch Rate Index · September 2026
U.S. Agent Switch Rate Map
Share of real estate agents who changed brokerages over the trailing 12 months (October 2025 – September 2026). Click a marker or a metro in the list for details.
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Key takeaways
The findings reveal substantial differences in agent mobility across U.S. markets. For brokerages, these variations can affect both the competitive landscape for attracting agents and the pressure to retain existing talent.
Elevated Local Mobility: All 15 markets in the September report recorded annual switch rates above the 8.7% U.S. metro average.
Three Markets Above 20%: Spartanburg, Indianapolis, and Tyler each recorded annual switch rates exceeding 20%, with Spartanburg reaching 29.5%.
A Wide Gap Between Markets and the National Benchmark: Spartanburg’s 29.5% switch rate was 20.8 percentage points above the 8.7% U.S. metro average, underscoring how dramatically local conditions can differ from the broader market.
Recruiting and Retention Implications: Higher switch rates can indicate greater movement among brokerages, creating potential opportunities to connect with agents considering a change while increasing the importance of understanding and addressing retention risks.
Local Intelligence for Strategic Planning: National averages alone can obscure significant differences in agent mobility. Market-specific switch-rate data helps brokerage leaders identify where movement is concentrated and prioritize their recruiting and retention strategies accordingly.
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About this report:
What is the Relitix Switch Rate Index? Relitix’s Agent Switch Rate Index highlights the markets with the highest agent brokerage switches over the past 12 months, signaling regions where recruiting activity may be higher than usual. The Agent Switch Rate Index is powered by Relitix’s nationwide MLS intelligence platform, which tracks agent movement patterns, brokerage transitions, and recruiting activity across 124 U.S. MLS markets. Data courtesy of the multiple listing services serving our covered markets.
About Relitix:
Relitix provides data-driven decision support for brokerage leaders across the United States. A pioneer in applying AI and data science technology in brokerage management, Relitix profiles over 1.5 million agents in more than 180 markets nationwide to help brokers recruit*, coach, and retain agents. Advanced data tools allow unprecedented visibility in agents, offices, and markets for strategic planning and M&A support.
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