Quick answer — Who operates more wells, Aera Energy or California Resources Corporation (CRC)?
Aera Energy operates more oil & gas wells — 57,882 vs 22,861. Both are California's largest producers. Figures are Buckhead Energy analysis of public oil and gas data (as of 2026-11-10).
| Metric | Aera Energy | California Resources Corporation (CRC) |
|---|---|---|
| Total wells operated | 57,882 | 22,861 |
| Wells that have produced | 39,192 | 15,717 |
| States with operated wells | 1 | 1 |
| Primary formation / basin | Monterey-Temblor | San Joaquin Basin |
Aera Energy operator profile → California Resources Corporation (CRC) operator profile →
Aera Energy operates more oil & gas wells — 57,882 vs 22,861. Based on Buckhead Energy analysis of public oil and gas data (as of 2026-11-10).
Aera Energy operates 57,882 wells (39,192 have produced) across 1 states.
California Resources Corporation (CRC) operates 22,861 wells (15,717 have produced) across 1 states.
Yes. Buckhead Energy buys mineral and royalty interests under wells operated by Aera Energy, California Resources Corporation (CRC), and other operators.
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Well counts are Buckhead Energy analysis of public oil and gas data (as of 2026-11-10); reflect wells where each company is the current operator of record. Informational only.
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