Sell Your Mineral Rights in Conway County County, AR
If you own mineral rights in Conway County, you're sitting in the heart of the Fayetteville Shale play — one of Arkansas's most significant natural gas producing regions. The market here is quieter than it was during the shale boom years, but there are still active buyers and real value depending on where your acreage sits. Let's help you figure out what you actually have.
Est. per Acre
$50–$400
per net royalty acre
Active Wells
320+
Drilling Activity
Core Basin
Fayetteville Shale
Primary Formation
Primary Resource
Natural Gas
Commodity Type
What's Happening With Mineral Rights in Conway County Right Now
Conway County sits in the core of the Fayetteville Shale, which was one of the most drilled natural gas plays in the country during the 2008–2015 boom. Activity has slowed significantly since then, largely because of low natural gas prices and operators pulling back capital from the basin. That said, there are still producing wells here, existing leases generating royalties, and buyers who are actively purchasing mineral rights — particularly where there's proven production history. If you've received an offer or are just trying to understand what you have, it's worth knowing your acreage's exact position before you make any decisions.
Conway County Mineral Rights by the Numbers
$50 – $400
per acre (estimated, varies widely by location and lease status)
Estimated Value Range Per Acre
~320
producing or recently active Fayetteville Shale wells
Active Wells in County Area
1,500 – 6,500
feet (Fayetteville Shale target range)
Primary Formation Depth
Natural Gas
dominant production type
Primary Commodity
12.5% – 18.75%
common lease royalty range in this area
Typical Royalty Rate
Who's Operating in Conway County
Southwestern Energy
SWNSEECO (a Southwestern Energy subsidiary)
SWNBHP
BHPChesapeake Energy
CHKEquitable Production Company
N/AWhat's in the Ground
Fayetteville Shale
This is the main target formation in Conway County. It's a Mississippian-age shale that runs 50–550 feet thick across the basin. At its peak, the Fayetteville Shale was one of the top natural gas producers in the U.S. Wells are typically drilled horizontally and hydraulically fractured. Production per well has declined from boom-era highs, and new drilling activity is limited right now, but many wells continue producing at lower rates. Your value here is closely tied to whether your acreage has existing production or is in a proven, high-quality part of the fairway.
Questions We Hear From Conway County Owners
I got an offer from a mineral buyer. Is the Fayetteville Shale still worth anything?
I inherited mineral rights in Conway County but have no idea what I actually own. Where do I start?
Why are per-acre values so wide — anywhere from $50 to $400?
What to Know About Conway County
Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission Oversight
All drilling and production activity in Conway County is regulated by the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission (AOGC). They maintain public records of well permits, production data, and operator information — useful if you're trying to research activity on or near your acreage.
Forced Pooling in Arkansas
Arkansas has forced pooling laws, which means an operator can include your unleased minerals in a drilling unit even without your consent. If this happens, you may receive a lesser interest than you would have if you'd negotiated a lease. It's worth knowing whether any active drilling units overlap your acreage.
Mineral Rights Severance
In Arkansas, mineral rights can be — and often are — severed from surface rights. If you inherited or purchased land here, confirm whether you also own the minerals. Many Conway County tracts have had minerals severed from the surface for decades, sometimes through multiple generations.
No State Income Tax Break on Mineral Sales
Arkansas treats mineral rights sale proceeds as capital gains. If you've held your rights for more than a year, federal long-term capital gains rates apply. Consult a tax advisor before selling — especially if the minerals were inherited, as the stepped-up basis rules could significantly reduce your tax exposure.
How a Sale Works
You Get a Free Valuation First
Before anything else, we look at your specific acreage — location, existing leases, production history, and where it sits in the Fayetteville Shale fairway. You get a real number, not a range pulled from thin air.
You Decide Whether to Sell
There's no pressure and no obligation. If our offer makes sense for your situation, great. If you'd rather hold or explore other options, we'll tell you honestly what we think and let you make the call.
Clean, Fast Closings
If you decide to move forward, we handle the title work and paperwork. Most transactions close within 30–45 days. Payment is typically made by wire transfer or check at closing.
Partial Sales Are an Option
You don't have to sell everything. Some owners prefer to sell a portion of their interest to get liquidity now while keeping some upside if activity increases. We're flexible and can structure deals that actually fit your goals.
Find Out What Your Conway County Minerals Are Worth
Whether you've just gotten an offer, recently inherited rights, or have been sitting on these minerals for years wondering what to do — we can give you a straight answer. No pressure, no obligation. Just a real conversation about what you have and what it's worth today.
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