Mineral rights in Indiana County, Pennsylvania
Indiana County sees steady, selective drilling — 19 permits over the last 24 months, accelerating versus the prior period.
- 19
- Permits · 24 mo
- 1
- Rigs running
- 13.5%
- Avg lease royalty
up 138% vs prior 24 months
as of 2026-06-09
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Indiana County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Infinity Natural Resources | 19 |
What the record says
Indiana County recorded 19 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 8 in the prior 24 months. 16% of recent permits are horizontal wells. Most activity targets the Marcellus play of the Appalachian basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 122 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 13.5% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Indiana County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Indiana County, Pennsylvania?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Infinity Natural Resources. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Indiana County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Indiana County average about 13.5% 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 Indiana County?
Start with the Indiana 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 Indiana County?
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