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Oil and Gas

Oil and Gas Production Is Part of the Wise County Economy

Wise County has a history of oil and gas production, and the Railroad Commission of Texas regulates all drilling and production activity.

Wise County Rules & Licenses

Oil and gas production is part of the Wise County economy, along with farming and growth from DFW commuters. The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) is the state agency that controls all oil and gas drilling and production — including in Wise County. Despite its name, the RRC does not oversee railroads.

If you own mineral rights in Wise County, you can look up lease records and production data through the RRC's online search tools and its free public map viewer.

If you own land but not the minerals below it, an oil company may approach you about drilling. Read the lease terms carefully before you sign. Learn the split estate rules so you know what rights the mineral owner has on your land.

Source to confirm: Railroad Commission of Texas — Land and Mineral Owners

More Wise County notes

Property Tax

Who Sets Your Property Value in Wise County

The Wise County Appraisal District sets the value of your property, and a separate tax office collects the bill.

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Property Tax

The Homestead Exemption Saves Money on Your Tax Bill

If your home in Wise County is your main residence, you can apply for a homestead exemption to lower your property tax.

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Agricultural Valuation

Farm and Ranch Land Can Be Taxed at a Lower Rate

Landowners who use their land for farming, ranching, or wildlife management may qualify for a much lower tax valuation.

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Special Districts

Special Districts Can Add to Your Property Tax Bill

Some Wise County properties fall inside special districts that add their own property taxes on top of county and school rates.

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