Quick answer — Who operates more wells, EOG Resources or Occidental Petroleum (Oxy)?
Occidental Petroleum (Oxy) operates more oil & gas wells — 57,399 vs 37,841. Both are Permian Basin operators. Figures are compiled from state oil & gas regulator records by Buckhead Energy (as of 2026-09-25).
| Metric | EOG Resources | Occidental Petroleum (Oxy) |
|---|---|---|
| Total wells operated | 37,841 | 57,399 |
| Wells that have produced | 16,608 | 35,994 |
| States with operated wells | 9 | 12 |
| Primary formation / basin | Niobrara- Mowry | Permian Basin |
EOG Resources 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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