Mineral rights in Gove County, Kansas
Gove County is a quieter corner of Kansas's mineral market, with 3 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 3
- Permits · 24 mo
- 3,094
- Wells on record
- 12.7%
- Avg lease royalty
approved through 2026-05-23
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Gove County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Shakespeare Oil CO INC | 2 |
| Pickrell Drilling | 1 |
What the record says
Gove County recorded 3 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23. Most activity targets the Mississippi Lime play of the Mid-Continent Other basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 171 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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Gove County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Gove County, Kansas?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Shakespeare Oil CO INC, Pickrell Drilling. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Gove County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Gove 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 Gove County?
Start with the Gove 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 Gove County?
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