# Illinois Basin vs Permian Basin: Mineral Rights Comparison

> Comparing Illinois Basin and Permian Basin mineral rights — geology, production characteristics, valuations, and operator activity.

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**Source:** Buckhead Energy (https://www.buckheadenergy.com/)
**Generated:** 2026-09-22 (heuristic; server-side extraction)

## Answer
Quick answer The Illinois Basin and Permian Basin represent two ends of the U.S. oil and gas production spectrum. Illinois Basin is mature conventional waterflood production at 1,500-3,000 feet across IL/IN/KY. Permian is intensive unconventional horizontal Wolfcamp/Bone Spring/Spraberry production at 7,000-12,000 feet across West Texas and SE New Mexico. Per-NRA pricing is materially higher in the Permian reflecting the different production economics; production volatility and decline rates also differ substantially.

## Page Outline
- Illinois Basin vs Permian Basin: Mineral Rights Comparison
  - Two Very Different U.S. Producing Regions
  - Side-by-Side
  - Key Takeaways
  - Ready to Sell Your Mineral Rights?

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