Mineral rights in Jackson County, Colorado
Jackson County is a quieter corner of Colorado's mineral market, with 9 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 9
- Permits · 24 mo
- 14.9%
- Avg lease royalty
steady vs prior 24 months
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Jackson County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Fulcrum Energy Operating, LLC | 9 |
What the record says
Jackson County recorded 9 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 9 in the prior 24 months. Development here is overwhelmingly horizontal (100% of recent permits) — modern pad development that drains whole sections at a time. Activity centers on the North Park basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 16 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 14.9% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Jackson County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Jackson County, Colorado?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Fulcrum Energy Operating, LLC. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Jackson County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Jackson County average about 14.9% royalty. Individual terms vary with acreage position, competition, and the operator — treat this as a market reference point, not a quote.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Jackson County?
Start with the Jackson County clerk's deed records and the county appraisal roll, then verify against state regulator filings. Our title search guide walks through the process, and the Mineral Eagle platform links these records for the whole county.
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Buying in Jackson County?
Mineral Eagle links every permit above to the owners it affects — name by name, with the records to back it up.