# What Is a Good Oil & Gas Lease Royalty Rate? (Target 25% / 1-4)

> A 25% (1/4) royalty is the strongest, most owner-favorable rate to target on an oil & gas lease. How 1/8, 3/16, and 1/4 compare, and what drives the rate you can negotiate.

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**Generated:** 2026-08-03 (heuristic; server-side extraction)

## Page Outline
- What Is a Good Oil & Gas Lease Royalty Rate?
  - The Royalty Rates, Compared
  - What Determines the Rate You Can Get
  - The Rate Isn't the Only Thing — Watch Deductions
  - Already Leased — Thinking About Selling?
  - Frequently Asked Questions
  - Key Takeaways
  - Ready to Sell Your Mineral Rights?

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## About Buckhead Energy
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