July Texas Upstream Employment Drops, but Talent Demand Stays Strong
· Texas Border Business
In July 2026, Texas upstream employment in the oil and natural gas sector saw a decline of 1,200 jobs, with losses in both extraction and service sectors. Despite this, employment remains higher than at the beginning of the year, with a net gain of 3,400 jobs since January. The Texas Independent Producers and Royalty Owners Association (TIPRO) reported 10,951 unique job postings in July, indicating strong demand for talent. The state also collected $567 million in oil production taxes, a 31% increase from the previous year. Projections show record natural gas production in the U.S., driven by Texas.
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