Performance at a Glance

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The Keller Williams Performance report is out and the results are strong. So far, a breakout year for Keller Williams family in more ways than one. Not only did we become the Number #1 Franchise name in Real Estate (Agent count, volume and units), we set the bar for the way business should be done. 

— KW Worldwide

Keller Williams Worldwide – A Global Real Estate Powerhouse

Austin, Texas-based Keller Williams Realty, Inc. is the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count. It has more than 1,000 market center offices and 169,000 affiliated agents. KW franchisees are collectively No. 1 in units and sales volume in the U.S.
Since 1983, the company has cultivated an agent-centric, technology-driven, and education-based culture that rewards affiliated agents. For more information, visit kwri.kw.com.

“Fostering these global networks will allow the opportunity for all Keller Williams agents to transform their businesses.”
– Bill Soteroff, President of Keller Williams Worldwide


  • Keller Williams is #1 in agent count
  • Gary Keller, Executive Chairman of the Board, founded the company 40 years ago
  • Now in 55+ Regions including the US & Canada
  • Over 17,000 agents outside the U.S. and Canada and growing!
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CONTINENTS

55+

KW REGIONS

320+

MARKET CENTER LOCATIONS

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— PERFORMANCE

Keller Williams® Named Again as No. 1 Real Estate Franchise in the U.S.

Ranked by T3 Sixty based on agent count, transaction sides, and sales volume


AUSTIN, TEXAS — APRIL 8, 2026 — Keller Williams Realty, LLC (KW), the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count, was again ranked as the No. 1 real estate franchise in the United States by agent count, transaction sides, and sales volume by T3 Sixty, a leading residential real estate analyst firm.


“Once again, our ranking as the top real estate franchise in the U.S. is a testament to the dedication of our affiliated agents, franchise leaders, and the strength of our culture,” said Chris Czarnecki, CEO and President of Keller Williams.


As part of T3 Sixty’s annual Real Estate Almanac rankings, Keller Williams secured the No. 1 position among real estate franchise brands, achieving approximately $370.7 billion in U.S. sales volume, 796,658 transaction sides, and 136,511 U.S.-based agents.


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Real Estate Franchise in the U.S.

— PERFORMANCE

Recognized Among America’s Most Admired Workplaces

AUSTIN, TEXAS — OCTOBER 2, 2025 — Keller Williams Realty, LLC (KW), the world’s largest real estate franchise by agent count, has been named to Newsweek’s America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026 list, recognizing companies that set the standard in culture, talent engagement, and workplace excellence.


“Our mission has always been to empower entrepreneurs through unmatched training, technology, and culture,” said Chris Czarnecki, CEO and President of Keller Williams. “Being named among the nation’s most admired workplaces affirms that when you put people first, business success follows.”


This recognition highlights Keller Williams’ continued commitment to a people-first culture, supported by industry-leading training through KW University and MAPS Coaching, along with proven systems that have helped build successful real estate careers across the country.

In addition, initiatives such as KW Cares, KW Communities, and RED Day foster a strong sense of connection, well-being, and purpose among agents and associates.


Read More: America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026

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— Artificial Intelligence

Keller Williams Opens Command® to Power Agent Choice and Best-in-Class Integrations

Keller Williams Realty, LLC (KW), the world's largest real estate franchise by agent count, today unveiled an expanded, integration-ready vision of Command®, a smart CRM plus platform, to give real estate entrepreneurs greater flexibility and choice across lead generation, listing marketing, and business automation (leverage).


“At KW, we are laser-focused on providing our affiliated agents and market centers every advantage to maximize their opportunity set,” said Chris Czarnecki, CEO and President, KW.


“By prioritizing AI-driven integrations and strategic data and software relationships, we’re empowering agents to unify their trusted tools into a single, intelligent ecosystem, so they can move faster, work smarter, and compete at the highest level,” said Czarnecki.


Read More: Power Agent Choice and Best-in-Class Integrations

— Top Wins of 2024

A year of Growth, Innovation & Culture

It’s been another year of exceptional growth and achievement for Keller Williams. As we reflect on our 2024 milestones, it’s clear that innovation, community, and culture continue to drive us forward. 

From groundbreaking technological advancements to worldwide expansion and the incredible impact of KW Cares, this year has proven that when we come together, anything is possible. 

Here’s a look back at some of the standout wins from 2024 shaping our future, our company, and the entire real estate industry.

We are Not Your Ordinary Real Estate Company

Keller Williams is a company BUILT BY AGENTS, FOR AGENTS.

Keller Williams is the LARGEST REAL ESTATE FRANCHISE BY AGENT COUNT IN THE WORLD

April 2020, Swanepoel Mega 1000 named KW the top US RE Franchisor for the 3rd consecutive year based on our agent count, soles and volume

Since 1983, Keller Williams has grown exponentially and continues to cultivate an AGENT-CENTRIC, EDUCATION-BASED, TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN culture that rewards agents as stakeholders.

The franchise provides SPECIALIZED AGENTS in Commercial, Residential and farm and ranch properties.

Four people walking down a bright hallway, smiling, holding papers, and dressed in business attire.
Four people walking down a bright hallway, smiling, holding papers, and dressed in business attire.

We are Not Your Ordinary Real Estate Company

Keller Williams is a company BUILT BY AGENTS, FOR AGENTS.

Keller Williams is the LARGEST REAL ESTATE FRANCHISE BY AGENT COUNT IN THE WORLD

April 2020, Swanepoel Mega 1000 named KW the top US RE Franchisor for the 3rd consecutive year based on our agent count, soles and volume

Since 1983, Keller Williams has grown exponentially and continues to cultivate an AGENT-CENTRIC, EDUCATION-BASED, TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN culture that rewards agents as stakeholders.

The franchise provides SPECIALIZED AGENTS in Commercial, Residential and farm and ranch properties.

Four people walking down a bright hallway, smiling, holding papers, and dressed in business attire.
Four people walking down a bright hallway, smiling, holding papers, and dressed in business attire.