The Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA) has reported that despite a reduction of 2,700 upstream jobs in June, the state’s oil and gas industry saw an overall increase of 4,500 jobs during the first half of the year. This information is based on data from the Texas Workforce Commission.
According to TXOGA President Todd Staples, global production growth and economic uncertainties have led to a decline in rig counts, with a national decrease of 7.9 percent and a 7.6 percent drop in Texas since July 1. Despite this decline, production levels have risen due to “innovation and technological advancements” within the industry, which have enhanced efficiency even with fewer active rigs. Staples emphasized that these trends are indicative of broader market pressures but noted that both Texas and U.S. production continue to grow.
As of June 2025, TXOGA estimates indicate that U.S. oil and gas production increased by 2.8 percent compared to the previous year, reaching 33 million barrels of oil equivalent per day. In Texas specifically, production grew by 3.5 percent to 11.7 million barrels per day from the previous year’s figure of 11.3 million.
Staples highlighted the importance of policy measures in light of these employment figures: “Though employment figures are subject to revision as more data becomes available, these trends stress the need for expedited permit reform, removing barriers to infrastructure development, and implementing sound policies that champion local job growth.” He said that such measures are crucial for maintaining Texas’s status as a leading energy producer.
Founded in 1919, TXOGA represents major producers and independent operators within Texas’s oil and natural gas industry. The association advocates for legislative and regulatory policies that support industry growth while providing data and engaging with media on key energy issues.