Mineral rights in Sullivan County, Pennsylvania
Sullivan County sees steady, selective drilling — 26 permits over the last 24 months, accelerating versus the prior period.
- 26
- Permits · 24 mo
- 14.8%
- Avg lease royalty
up 8% vs prior 24 months
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Sullivan County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Expand Energy | 19 |
| Sabre Energy Dev LLC | 4 |
| Exco Resources | 2 |
| Sabre Energydev LLC | 1 |
What the record says
Sullivan County recorded 26 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 24 in the prior 24 months. 23% of recent permits are horizontal wells. Most activity targets the Marcellus play of the Appalachian basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 368 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 14.8% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Sullivan County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Sullivan County, Pennsylvania?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Expand Energy, Sabre Energy Dev LLC, Exco Resources. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Sullivan County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Sullivan County average about 14.8% 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 Sullivan County?
Start with the Sullivan 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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