Hello, today we are going to take a deep dive into the top oil-producing states in the U.S. in 2025, based on data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). While Texas overwhelmingly holds the number one spot, several unexpected states have secured top rankings, making this a fascinating breakdown. If you are interested in overseas resource development or energy markets, this data will provide valuable insights.
✔︎ 2025 Top 14 U.S. Oil-Producing States Summary Table
Here is a clean table summarizing the data from the image. (Unit: Barrels per day, Source: US EIA / RankingRoyals)
Rank | State | Production
(Daily) | Region |
1 | Texas | 5.75 M | Southwest |
2 | New
Mexico | 2.24 M | Southwest |
3 | North
Dakota | 1.15 M | Midwest |
4 | Colorado | 467 K | West |
5 | Alaska | 421 K | West |
6 | Oklahoma | 405 K | Southwest |
7 | Wyoming | 289 K | West |
8 | California | 257 K | West |
9 | Utah | 185 K | West |
10 | Ohio | 139 K | Midwest |
11 | Montana | 78 K | West |
12 | Louisiana | 71 K | Southeast |
13 | Kansas | 69 K | Midwest |
14 | West
Virginia | 41 K | Southeast |
✔︎ The Overwhelming No. 1: Texas's Dominance
The most striking feature of the chart is undoubtedly Texas. Producing 5.75 million barrels per day, it outperforms the second-place state, New Mexico (2.24 million barrels), by a factor of more than 2.5. It is no exaggeration to say that Texas is the heart of U.S. crude oil production. Its abundant shale oil reserves, including the Permian Basin, and mature infrastructure make this dominance possible.
✔︎ The Ones to Watch: New Mexico and North Dakota
New Mexico follows closely behind Texas with 2.24 million barrels. This surge is the result of increased development in the New Mexico portion of the Permian Basin in recent years. North Dakota also claimed the third spot with 1.15 million barrels. Home to the Bakken Formation, the symbol of the U.S. shale revolution, it serves as a vital energy hub for the Midwest.
✔︎ Hidden Powerhouses of the Midwest and West
Ranks 4 through 7 are held by Colorado (467K), Alaska (421K), Oklahoma (405K), and Wyoming (289K). Alaska, once the top oil producer in the U.S., has seen its ranking adjust with the rise of shale oil, but it remains a crucial production base for the West. Oklahoma also maintains steady output as a traditional oil powerhouse.
✔︎ California, Utah, and Unexpected Contenders
California (257K) has seen production decline compared to the past due to environmental regulations, but it remains the 8th largest producing state. It is followed by Utah (185K) at 9th and Ohio (139K) at 10th. What is interesting is ranks 11 through 14. Montana (78K), Louisiana (71K), Kansas (69K), and West Virginia (41K) made the list. Notably, West Virginia is traditionally known for coal, but it is now recording meaningful figures in natural gas and crude oil production as well.
✔︎ Key Insights from the Data
This data reveals several important facts:
First, U.S. crude oil production is extremely concentrated in specific regions (Texas, New Mexico, North Dakota).
Second, advances in shale oil technology are driving production in the Midwest and Southwest.
Third, while traditional powerhouses like Alaska and California are seeing stagnant or declining production, emerging leaders like New Mexico are on the rise.
Closing Thoughts
The U.S. crude oil production landscape in 2025 is changing more dynamically than ever. Amid Texas's dominance, the rapid rise of New Mexico and North Dakota stands out, and we can once again confirm just how high the U.S. self-sufficiency rate is in terms of energy security. Watching how production changes in these states affect global oil prices will be a fascinating point of observation in the future.
