Mineral rights in Niobrara County, Wyoming
Niobrara County sees steady, selective drilling — 14 permits over the last 24 months, accelerating versus the prior period.
- 14
- Permits · 24 mo
- 16.3%
- Avg lease royalty
up 1300% vs prior 24 months
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Niobrara County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Sandridge | 8 |
| 1876 Resources LLC | 3 |
| Hadley/Jackson Energy LLC | 2 |
| Daube Company | 1 |
What the record says
Niobrara County recorded 14 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 1 in the prior 24 months. Development here is overwhelmingly horizontal (79% of recent permits) — modern pad development that drains whole sections at a time. Most activity targets the Prb play of the Powder River basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 58 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 16.3% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Niobrara County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Niobrara County, Wyoming?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Sandridge, 1876 Resources LLC, Hadley/Jackson Energy LLC. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Niobrara County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Niobrara County average about 16.3% 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 Niobrara County?
Start with the Niobrara 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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