Mineral rights in Tyler County, West Virginia
Tyler County is an active West Virginia drilling market: 146 permits in the last 24 months, with the pace accelerating.
- 146
- Permits · 24 mo
up 211% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Tyler County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Vickery Energy, LLC | 86 |
| Antero Resources | 50 |
| Tribune Resources | 4 |
| Diversified Energy | 2 |
| Pin Oak Operating, LLC | 1 |
What the record says
Tyler County recorded 146 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 47 in the prior 24 months. 35% of recent permits are horizontal wells averaging 4,206-foot laterals. Activity centers on the Appalachian basin.
Thinking about value? Start with what drives mineral prices or run the numbers in the value calculator.
Tyler County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Tyler County, West Virginia?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Vickery Energy, LLC, Antero Resources, Tribune Resources. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Tyler County?
Start with the Tyler 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.
More West Virginia counties
Buying in Tyler County?
Mineral Eagle links every permit above to the owners it affects — name by name, with the records to back it up.