Mineral rights in Butler County, Pennsylvania
Butler County is an active Pennsylvania drilling market: 54 permits in the last 24 months, with the pace accelerating.
- 54
- Permits · 24 mo
- 2
- Rigs running
up 6% vs prior 24 months
as of 2026-06-09
Who's drilling Butler County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Pennenergy | 34 |
| Laurel Mountain Prod | 20 |
What the record says
Butler County recorded 54 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 51 in the prior 24 months. 4% of recent permits are horizontal wells. Most activity targets the Marcellus play of the Appalachian basin.
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Butler County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Butler County, Pennsylvania?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Pennenergy, Laurel Mountain Prod. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Butler County?
Start with the Butler 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 Butler County?
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