Forest City basin

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

down 54% vs prior 24 months

8,028
Wells on record
14%
Avg lease royalty

recorded leases, 5 yrs

Who's drilling Linn County

Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.

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 2026-06-09, against 28 in the prior 24 months. Activity centers on the Forest City basin.

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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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