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Rice County Mineral Rights

An active buyer of Rice County, Kansas mineral rights. Buckhead Energy has been buying mineral and royalty interests since 2006.

Last updated: September 2026

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Live County Data As of 2026-09-22

As of 2026-09-22, Rice County, Kansas shows 9 recent drilling permits and 7,412 drilled-but-uncompleted (DUC) wells, with Daystar Petroleum the most active operator and the Central Kansas Uplift the leading target formation.

11,298
Wells on record
9
Recent drilling permits
7,412
DUC wells (drilled, uncompleted)
2,562
Wells that have produced
Source: the state oil & gas regulator well-header and permit records · refreshed daily.

This page covers Rice County. For the statewide guide — every county, live drilling data, and how selling works across the state — see Kansas Mineral Rights.

Own a royalty rather than the minerals themselves? See selling oil & gas royalties in Kansas — severance tax, property-tax treatment, and whether a dormancy statute applies.

Quick answer — Does Buckhead Energy buy mineral rights in Rice County, Kansas?

Buckhead Energy buys mineral rights in Rice County, Kansas — free, no-obligation written offers to owners and heirs, with no broker commissions and buyer-paid closing (typically 30–45 days). As of 2026-09-22, Rice County has 9 recent drilling permits and 2,562 wells that have produced, with Daystar Petroleum the most active operator. Whether to sell, lease, or hold depends on your specific tract, decimal interest, and current production — a written offer shows what your interest is worth today.

Operators active in Rice County

See any operator's drilling footprint in Rice County — wells, recent permits, and what it means if you own minerals under their wells.

Daystar Petroleum (251 wells) profile Rama Operating (176 wells) profile Val Energy (132 wells) profile American Warrior (103 wells) profile Mike Kelso Oil (95 wells) profile Rjm Company (89 wells) profile Lebsack Oil Production (78 wells) profile Sterling Drilling Company (77 wells) profile

Oil & Gas Market Data for Rice County, Kansas

Ground-truth your Rice County, Kansas minerals against current, dated, sourced market data before you decide to sell:

As of , Rice County, Kansas has the following records in this dataset: 9 recent drilling permits , 7,412 drilled-but-uncompleted (DUC) wells and 2,562 wells with reported production, with Daystar Petroleum the operator with the most wells on record. Source: state regulator well-header records for Kansas, compiled via a commercial well-data aggregator and aggregated by Buckhead Energy. Refreshed daily.

Permits count wells with a permit date in the trailing 24 months. DUCs count wells with a spud date and no reported first production. Wells with reported production may no longer be producing. These dataset counts are not a complete census of permits or currently producing wells.

Ready to act? Sell mineral rights in Kansas — or sell your mineral rights now for a free written offer from a direct buyer.

Oil & gas fields in Rice County

Rice County, Kansas includes 10 named oil & gas fields we buy in. Each field page carries well counts, active operators, and how to sell an interest there.

Chase-Silica Field · Bemis-Shutts Field · Geneseo-Edwards Field · Wherry Field · Bloomer Field · Odessa Field · Orth Field · Tobias Field · Lyons West Field · Roesler Field · all Kansas fields →

Why Choose Buckhead Energy for Your Rice County Mineral Rights

Rice County Deep Dive

Buckhead Energy purchases mineral rights and royalties in Rice County, Kansas. The county is known for its conventional production.

Specialized knowledge of local basin structures and their mineral potential in Rice County, Kansas.

Local Market Intelligence

Our Rice County acquisition team monitors drilling permits, production reports, and lease activity when we prepare a fair, competitive offer.

  • Analysis of production decline curves
  • Rice County comps database
  • Rapid direct offers
  • No-obligation assessments

Professional Transaction Support

We work with qualified professionals to ensure smooth transactions and proper documentation for Rice County mineral rights transfers.

Experience with closing coordination specific to Kansas mineral transactions.

Why Rice County Mineral Rights Owners Choose Buckhead Energy

Rice County Knowledge

20 years of experience buying Rice County mineral rights. Deep understanding of local geology, operators, and production activity.

Typical Closing Timeline

Closings on Rice County mineral rights typically take 30–45 days, subject to title review and clearance. Buckhead pays all cash at closing — by check for smaller deals and wire for larger ones.

Trusted Local Partner

Transparent, professional process with no hidden fees. We coordinate with qualified professionals to handle all Rice County documentation and ensure smooth transactions.

Rice County Mineral Rights Market Overview

Production Activity

Rice County shows emerging interest in oil production, making it an attractive area for mineral rights investment.

We track drilling permits, completion reports, and production data to prepare a fair, competitive offer for your Rice County assets.

Active Operators

Independent producers are utilizing advanced completion methods in Rice County.

Our relationships with local operators help us understand development plans and provide well-informed offers for your mineral rights.

Rice County Mineral Rights Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Buckhead Energy for a free Rice County mineral rights offer. We'll analyze your property, review local production data, provide a fair, competitive offer, and coordinate all documentation specific to Rice County. See our complete guide to selling mineral rights for detailed steps.

Rice County mineral rights values depend on location within the county, production history, geology, and current drilling activity. Learn more about what makes a fair price for mineral rights. Buckhead makes a fair, competitive offer to purchase mineral and royalty interests directly from owners.

We provide Rice County mineral rights offers promptly. Our streamlined process includes title verification, professional documentation, and all-cash closings for Rice County properties.

We continuously monitor Kansas regulatory agencies for new drilling permits, completion reports, and production data in Rice County to ensure accurate property valuations.

Buckhead evaluates interests using production data, geological analysis, and current market conditions. Buckhead makes a fair, competitive offer to purchase mineral and royalty interests directly from owners.

We purchase all types of Rice County mineral interests including mineral rights, royalty interests, overriding royalty interests (ORRI), working interests, and net profits interests. Learn about the difference between keeping royalties vs. taking a lump sum.
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Key Takeaways

  • Buckhead Energy buys mineral and royalty interests in Rice County, Kansas.
  • Rice County is part of Kansas's active oil and gas producing geography.
  • Mineral interests can include producing minerals, non-producing minerals, royalty interests, and overriding royalty interests.
  • Sellers pay no broker commissions, listing fees, or auction premiums.

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Buckhead Energy buys mineral and royalty interests across all 50 states and has completed acquisitions in 33 states. Buckhead Energy is a direct buyer, not a broker — we purchase mineral and royalty interests with our own capital. Buckhead Energy has been buying mineral and royalty interests since 2006. Buckhead Energy holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.

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