Industry Data
Houston Energy Industry Statistics
Houston is the undisputed energy capital of the world. These statistics paint the picture of an industry that defines a city and powers the nation.
4,600+
Energy Companies
Energy-related firms in Greater Houston
240,000+
Energy Workers
Direct energy sector employment
40%
US Petrochemical Capacity
Of total US capacity along Houston Ship Channel
$350B+
Annual Industry Revenue
Houston metro energy sector output
275M tons
Port Houston Tonnage
Largest US port by foreign waterborne tonnage
5.6M bpd
Refineries (Gulf Coast)
Barrels per day refining capacity
500,000+
Pipeline Miles
Miles of oil & gas pipeline in Texas
24
Fortune 500 Energy HQs
Energy companies on the Fortune 500 in Houston
Average Salaries by Role
Houston Energy Companies by Sector
Upstream E&P28%
Oilfield Services25%
Midstream18%
Downstream/Refining15%
Chemicals & Petrochem14%
Texas & Gulf Coast Production
Frequently Asked Questions
How many energy companies are in Houston?▾
Greater Houston is home to over 4,600 energy-related companies, including 24 Fortune 500 energy firms.
What is the average salary for oil and gas jobs in Houston?▾
Average salaries exceed $112,000 annually, with petroleum engineers earning ~$135K and energy traders up to $155K.
What percentage of US petrochemicals come from Houston?▾
The Houston Ship Channel corridor accounts for approximately 40% of total US petrochemical production capacity.
How much oil does Texas produce?▾
Texas produces approximately 5.6 million barrels of crude oil per day, making it the largest oil-producing state globally.