Hello everyone,
I’m trying to get a better understanding of the current leasing market in McKenzie County, North Dakota. Has anyone recently received or negotiated an oil and gas lease offer in the area?
If so, would you be willing to share:
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Lease bonus amount per net mineral acre
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Royalty percentage offered
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Township/Range (if you’re comfortable sharing)
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Whether the offer was from an operator or a broker
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Approximate date of the offer
I’m particularly interested in hearing about any recent activity from 2025–2026 so I can compare current market conditions.
Thank you in advance for any information or experiences you’re willing to share. It would be very helpful for those of us trying to evaluate lease offers in McKenzie County. Recent forum discussions indicate there has continued to be leasing activity and lease negotiations in the county, but current bonus rates can vary significantly depending on location, existing production, and operator interest.