Mineral rights in Wilkinson County, Mississippi
Wilkinson County is a quieter corner of Mississippi's mineral market, with 3 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 3
- Permits · 24 mo
- 22.6%
- Avg lease royalty
up 200% vs prior 24 months
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Wilkinson County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Anderson Operating | 1 |
| T. O. Kimbrell, LLC | 1 |
| Williams Prod CO LLC | 1 |
What the record says
Wilkinson County recorded 3 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 1 in the prior 24 months. 33% of recent permits are horizontal wells. Activity centers on the Western Gulf basin.
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Wilkinson County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Wilkinson County, Mississippi?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Anderson Operating, T. O. Kimbrell, LLC, Williams Prod CO LLC. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Wilkinson County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Wilkinson County average about 22.6% 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 Wilkinson County?
Start with the Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson County?
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