Where Is the Permian Basin Located?

The Permian Basin is a shale basin about 250 miles wide and 300 miles long, spanning parts of west Texas and southeastern New Mexico. It includes the highly-prolific Delaware and Midland sub-basins.

Who owns the most land in the Permian Basin?

Occidental Petroleum is the largest land holder in the top U.S. shale field, followed by Chevron.

What cities are included in the Permian Basin?

Largest cities in the region
  • El Paso.
  • Lubbock.
  • Midland.
  • Abilene.
  • Odessa.
  • Las Cruces.
  • San Angelo.
  • Roswell.
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