Mineral rights in Ellis County, Kansas
Ellis County is a quieter corner of Kansas's mineral market, with 8 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 8
- Permits · 24 mo
- 2
- Rigs running
- 15,882
- Wells on record
- 12.7%
- Avg lease royalty
approved through 2026-05-23
as of 2026-05-23
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Ellis County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Patterson Energy LLC | 3 |
| Tdi | 3 |
| Castle Resources | 1 |
| Mikol Oil | 1 |
What the record says
Ellis County recorded 8 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23. Activity centers on the Mid-Continent Other basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 90 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 12.7% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Ellis County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Ellis County, Kansas?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Patterson Energy LLC, Tdi, Castle Resources. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Ellis County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Ellis County average about 12.7% 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 Ellis County?
Start with the Ellis 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 Ellis County?
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