AUSTIN – While Texas upstream oil and gas employment saw a decrease of 2,700 jobs in June compared to May, the industry has experienced a net gain of 4,500 jobs over the first half of the calendar year, according to data from the Texas Workforce Commission.
Following the release of this data, TXOGA President Todd Staples issued the following statement:
“With expanded global production combined with the uncertainty surrounding worldwide economic conditions, it was expected to impact the job count at some point. These factors have put downward pressure on rig counts, with the United States dropping by 7.9%, and Texas down by 7.6% year-over-year since July 1. Despite these rig count reductions, production has increased over this same period thanks to the innovation and technological advancements within the industry.”
Based on TXOGA’s estimates as of June 2025, on a combined oil-equivalent energy basis:
- U.S. oil & gas production rose to 33.0 mb/doe from 32.1 mb/doe a year ago: +2.8%
- Texas oil & gas production rose to 11.7 mb/doe from 11.3 mb/doe a year ago: +3.5%
Staples continued, “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. These measures are essential to ensure Texas maintains its position as the energy capital of the world.”
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Founded in 1919, TXOGA is the oldest and largest oil and gas trade association in Texas representing every facet of the industry.