Sell Your Mineral Rights in Rusk County County, TX
Rusk County has a long history of oil and gas production going back to the 1930s, and it's still actively producing today — primarily natural gas from deep formations like the Cotton Valley and Haynesville, with some oil mixed in. Values here vary quite a bit depending on where your acreage sits and what's been drilled nearby. We can help you figure out what yours is actually worth.
Est. per Acre
$500–$3,500
per net royalty acre
Active Wells
1,800+
Drilling Activity
Core Basin
East Texas Basin
Primary Formation
Primary Resource
Oil & Gas
Commodity Type
What You Should Know About Mineral Rights in Rusk County
Rusk County sits in the East Texas Basin, one of the oldest producing regions in the state. The county has significant natural gas production from the Cotton Valley and Haynesville formations, along with some oil production from shallower zones. Activity here isn't at the same fever pitch as the Permian, but there are real operators drilling real wells, and royalty checks are going out every month across this county. If you've received an offer or inherited rights here, it's worth understanding the landscape before you make any decisions — values can range dramatically depending on your specific location and what formation your acreage sits over.
Rusk County by the Numbers
1,800+
wells
Estimated Active Wells
$500 – $3,500
per acre (estimate)
Estimated Value Range Per Acre (unleased)
6,000 – 9,000
feet
Primary Formation Depth (Cotton Valley)
Natural Gas & Oil
both
Primary Commodity
90+
years of active production
County Production History
Who's Operating in Rusk County
Endeavor Energy Resources
PrivateSabine Oil & Gas
PrivateSandRidge Energy
SDVine Energy
VEIQuantum Energy Partners
PrivateWhat's in the Ground
Cotton Valley
This is the workhorse of Rusk County production. The Cotton Valley is a tight sandstone formation sitting roughly 6,000 to 9,000 feet down, and it's been producing natural gas here for decades. Operators have drilled both vertical and horizontal wells targeting it. It's not flashy, but it's consistent, and it's the formation most likely to be behind any royalty income you're already receiving.
Haynesville Shale
The Haynesville is a deeper, high-pressure natural gas shale that gets a lot of attention in neighboring Panola and Harrison counties. It does extend into parts of Rusk County, though coverage isn't uniform. If your acreage sits in the right part of the county, Haynesville potential can meaningfully increase what your rights are worth to a buyer.
Pettet / Travis Peak
These are shallower formations that produce both oil and gas depending on where you are in the county. They're not the primary target for most operators today, but they have a long production history in East Texas and can still generate value — especially if they're already producing on your acreage.
Questions We Hear From Rusk County Owners
I got an offer from a company I've never heard of. Is it legit, and should I take it?
My family has owned these rights for decades. Why is someone suddenly interested now?
How do I know if I own the mineral rights or just the surface?
Not Sure What Your Rusk County Rights Are Worth?
That's exactly why we're here. We'll take a look at what you have — location, formation, any existing production — and give you a straight answer on value. No pressure, no obligation, just real information from people who know this market.
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