Mineral rights in Linn County, Kansas
Linn County sees steady, selective drilling — 13 permits over the last 24 months, cooling versus the prior period.
- 13
- Permits · 24 mo
- 8,028
- Wells on record
- 14%
- Avg lease royalty
down 54% vs prior 24 months
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Linn County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Jackson, Dale E & Sue Ellen Dba Dale E. Jackson Production CO. | 13 |
What the record says
Linn County recorded 13 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23, against 28 in the prior 24 months. Activity centers on the Forest City basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 1 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 14% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Linn County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Linn County, Kansas?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Jackson, Dale E & Sue Ellen Dba Dale E. Jackson Production CO.. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Linn County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Linn County average about 14% 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 Linn County?
Start with the Linn 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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