Mineral rights in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania
Wyoming County sees steady, selective drilling — 39 permits over the last 24 months, accelerating versus the prior period.
- 39
- Permits · 24 mo
- 15%
- Avg lease royalty
up 56% vs prior 24 months
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Wyoming County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Expand Energy | 29 |
| Bkv Corporation | 10 |
What the record says
Wyoming County recorded 39 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 25 in the prior 24 months. 18% of recent permits are horizontal wells. Most activity targets the Marcellus play of the Appalachian basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 110 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 15% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Wyoming County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Wyoming County, Pennsylvania?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Expand Energy, Bkv Corporation. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Wyoming County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Wyoming County average about 15% 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 Wyoming County?
Start with the Wyoming 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 Wyoming County?
Mineral Eagle links every permit above to the owners it affects — name by name, with the records to back it up.