Mineral rights in Sandoval County, New Mexico
Sandoval County sees steady, selective drilling — 30 permits over the last 24 months, accelerating versus the prior period.
- 30
- Permits · 24 mo
- 1
- Rigs running
- 1,662
- Wells on record
- 12.5%
- Avg lease royalty
up 173% vs prior 24 months
as of 2026-05-23
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Sandoval County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Enduring Resources | 30 |
What the record says
Sandoval County recorded 30 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23, against 11 in the prior 24 months. Development here is overwhelmingly horizontal (100% of recent permits, averaging 4,176-foot laterals) — modern pad development that drains whole sections at a time. Activity centers on the San Juan basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 2 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 12.5% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Sandoval County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Sandoval County, New Mexico?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Enduring Resources. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Sandoval County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Sandoval County average about 12.5% 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 Sandoval County?
Start with the Sandoval 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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