Quick answer — Who operates more wells, Chevron or Occidental Petroleum (Oxy)?
Chevron operates more oil & gas wells — 74,964 vs 57,399. Both are Permian Basin & California oil majors. Figures are compiled from state oil & gas regulator records by Buckhead Energy (as of 2026-09-25).
| Metric | Chevron | Occidental Petroleum (Oxy) |
|---|---|---|
| Total wells operated | 74,964 | 57,399 |
| Wells that have produced | 44,030 | 35,994 |
| States with operated wells | 12 | 12 |
| Primary formation / basin | San Joaquin Basin | Permian Basin |
Chevron operator profile → Occidental Petroleum (Oxy) operator profile →
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Well counts compiled by Buckhead Energy from state oil & gas regulator records (as of 2026-09-25); reflect wells where each company is the current operator of record. Informational only.
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