Occidental Petroleum (Oxy) operates more oil & gas wells — 59,591 vs 38,498. Both are Permian Basin majors. Figures are compiled from state oil & gas regulator records by Buckhead Energy (as of 2026-08-11).
| Metric | ExxonMobil | Occidental Petroleum (Oxy) |
|---|---|---|
| Total wells operated | 38,498 | 59,591 |
| Producing wells | 15,761 | 38,035 |
| States with operated wells | 18 | 12 |
| Primary formation / basin | Gulf Coast Basin (LA - TX) | Permian Basin |
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Well counts compiled by Buckhead Energy from state oil & gas regulator records (as of 2026-08-11); reflect wells where each company is the current operator of record. Informational only.
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