Production of natural gas in the United States has been increasing for the past decade and peaked at nearly 1033 billion cubic meters in 2023 and 2024. An increase in production corresponded with rising demand for natural gas in the United States, particularly after the 2008 Recession.    Natural gas becomes competitive Since the early 2000s, the price of coal had been going up, and increased more rapidly following the 2008 Recession, which affected the cost of crude oil to an even greater degree. When the price of crude oil peaked shortly after the financial crisis, consumption of petroleum decreased in the next year. Simultaneously, the cost of natural gas dramatically decreased, making it a stronger competitor with coal and petroleum. The rise of fracking Low-interest rates during the Recession led to new investments in new techniques to obtain natural gas, such as horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing, that may be controversial due to health and environmental impacts. Often obtained through fracking, shale gas has become a common form of natural gas, and shale gas production in the United States has increased dramatically since the financial crisis.

The Appalachia basin is by far the most productive natural gas basin in the United States. Monthly gas production in the Appalachia region amounted to some 36.1 million cubic feet per day in April 2024. It is estimated that this figure will fall to 35.8 million cubic feet in June 2024. The Appalachia basin is situated across the states of New York, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia. The Permian basin is the second most productive natural gas basin, with production estimated at 25.4 million cubic feet per day in April 2024.

United States Natural Gas Production: New-Well: Haynesville data was reported at 386.300 Cub ft/Day mn in Mar 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 382.800 Cub ft/Day mn for Feb 2025. United States Natural Gas Production: New-Well: Haynesville data is updated monthly, averaging 492.300 Cub ft/Day mn from Jan 2013 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 147 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 1,009.700 Cub ft/Day mn in Jan 2023 and a record low of 171.800 Cub ft/Day mn in Sep 2016. United States Natural Gas Production: New-Well: Haynesville data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by U.S. Energy Information Administration. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.RB011: Natural Gas Production: by Region.

Data and statistics on natural gas prices, exploration and reserves, production, imports and exports, storage, pipelines, and consumption. Data released on a weekly, monthly and annual basis. International data on natural gas production, consumption, imports and exports, CO2 emissions, and reserves.

The size of the US Natural Gas Market was valued at USD XX Million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD XXX Million by 2032, with an expected CAGR of 5.00">> 5.00% during the forecast period. The natural gas market in the United States is a crucial component of the nation's energy landscape, involving the production, transportation, and utilization of natural gas, which is essential for electricity generation, heating, and various industrial applications. This market is notably influenced by the significant development of domestic shale gas resources, particularly from regions such as the Marcellus and Permian basins, which have greatly increased production levels in the U.S. As a result, the country has emerged as one of the foremost producers and exporters of natural gas globally. The market is supported by a comprehensive infrastructure, featuring an extensive network of pipelines, storage facilities, and liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminals that enable effective distribution and international trade. The growth of natural gas usage has been propelled by its comparatively lower carbon emissions relative to coal and oil, aligning with environmental standards and sustainability objectives. Nevertheless, the market encounters challenges, including price fluctuations, changes in regulations, and environmental issues associated with hydraulic fracturing and methane emissions. In spite of these obstacles, the U.S. natural gas market continues to thrive, with ongoing investments in infrastructure and technology focused on improving efficiency and minimizing environmental effects. Ultimately, this market is vital to the nation's energy framework, enhancing energy security and fostering economic development. Recent developments include: May 2022: According to the US Energy Information Administration, the Natural Gas Pipeline Project Tracker was updated with recent approvals and completions of pipeline projects. As of the end of the first quarter of 2022, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved three projects to increase the export of US natural gas by pipeline and LNG. FERC approved two projects connecting LNG terminals in Louisiana. The Evangeline Pass Expansion Project, owned by Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, is 1.1 billion cubic feet in size. It is intended that the proposed Plaquemines LNG Project in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, be supplied with natural gas by constructing 13.1 miles of new pipeline and two new compressor stations., April 2022: TotalEnergies signed a Heads of Agreement (HOA) with Sempra Infrastructure, Mitsui & Co., Ltd., and Japan LNG Investment for the expansion of Cameron LNG, a liquefied natural gas (LNG) production and export facility located in Louisiana, United States. The expansion project includes the development of a fourth train with a production capacity of 6.75 million metric tons per annum (Mtpa), as well as the debottlenecking of the first three trains to increase production by 5%.. Key drivers for this market are: Increasing Global Demand for Refined Petroleum Products4., Economic Growth and Industrialization. Potential restraints include: Environmental Concerns and Regulations. Notable trends are: Power Generation Segment to Dominate the Market.

The US natural gas market, a significant component of the global energy landscape, is projected to experience robust growth over the forecast period (2025-2033). Driven by increasing demand from the power generation sector, a shift towards cleaner energy sources (compared to coal), and ongoing industrialization, the market is poised for expansion. The abundance of shale gas reserves within the US contributes significantly to this growth, making the nation a key player in global natural gas production and trade. While challenges exist, such as fluctuating prices influenced by global supply chains and environmental concerns regarding methane emissions, technological advancements in extraction and infrastructure development are mitigating these risks. The residential sector also contributes to market growth, albeit at a slower rate compared to power generation and industrial applications. Competition among major players like ExxonMobil, Chevron, and ConocoPhillips, fuels innovation and efficiency improvements within the industry. The market segmentation by gas type (wet and dry) further reflects the diverse applications and evolving needs of consumers and industries. Assuming a conservative CAGR of 5% based on the provided information, and a 2025 market size of approximately $300 billion (a reasonable estimate considering the scale of the US energy market), we can project substantial growth throughout the forecast period. Growth is expected to be most pronounced in regions with strong industrial activity and expanding power grids. The specific growth trajectory will depend on factors such as government policies promoting natural gas utilization (or potentially phasing it out), technological advancements, and global geopolitical events impacting energy prices. Nonetheless, the US natural gas market is expected to maintain its position as a major contributor to the national energy supply and a significant player in the global energy market. Further analysis of specific segments (e.g., wet vs. dry natural gas within each end-use sector) would provide more granular insights into market dynamics and investment opportunities. The overall outlook remains positive, projecting significant value creation and economic benefits over the next decade. Recent developments include: May 2022: According to the US Energy Information Administration, the Natural Gas Pipeline Project Tracker was updated with recent approvals and completions of pipeline projects. As of the end of the first quarter of 2022, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved three projects to increase the export of US natural gas by pipeline and LNG. FERC approved two projects connecting LNG terminals in Louisiana. The Evangeline Pass Expansion Project, owned by Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, is 1.1 billion cubic feet in size. It is intended that the proposed Plaquemines LNG Project in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, be supplied with natural gas by constructing 13.1 miles of new pipeline and two new compressor stations., April 2022: TotalEnergies signed a Heads of Agreement (HOA) with Sempra Infrastructure, Mitsui & Co., Ltd., and Japan LNG Investment for the expansion of Cameron LNG, a liquefied natural gas (LNG) production and export facility located in Louisiana, United States. The expansion project includes the development of a fourth train with a production capacity of 6.75 million metric tons per annum (Mtpa), as well as the debottlenecking of the first three trains to increase production by 5%.. Notable trends are: Power Generation Segment to Dominate the Market.

United States Natural Gas Supply: Disposition data was reported at 2,312.612 Cub ft bn in Aug 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 2,341.144 Cub ft bn for Jul 2018. United States Natural Gas Supply: Disposition data is updated monthly, averaging 1,925.766 Cub ft bn from Jan 2001 (Median) to Aug 2018, with 212 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,307.583 Cub ft bn in Jan 2018 and a record low of 1,368.369 Cub ft bn in Jun 2003. United States Natural Gas Supply: Disposition data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Energy Information Administration. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.RB012: Natural Gas Supply and Disposition.

This data release contains several datasets that provide an overview of oil and gas well history and production of the United States, from 1817 to September 1, 2022. Well history data is aggregated into 1-mile and 10-mile squares indicating the total number of wells and counts of wells classified as oil, gas, dry, injection, hydraulically fractured, and/or horizontal wells. Well history is also separated into layers binned on 1-year increments from a well's spud date (date drilling commenced). Production data is aggregated in 2-mile and 10-mile squares that sum the total production of oil, gas, and water volumes. Production data is also separated into layers binned on 1-year increments to reflect the year of production. These aggregations are compiled from data from IHS Markit, which is a proprietary, commercial database. No proprietary data is contained in this release. This data release was updated May 2023 to reflect an offset of 1 year on the original release.

United States Natural Gas Production: Gross Withdrawals data was reported at 3,178.843 Cub ft bn in Aug 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 3,106.695 Cub ft bn for Jul 2018. United States Natural Gas Production: Gross Withdrawals data is updated monthly, averaging 1,985.836 Cub ft bn from Jan 1980 (Median) to Aug 2018, with 464 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,178.843 Cub ft bn in Aug 2018 and a record low of 1,449.958 Cub ft bn in Sep 1986. United States Natural Gas Production: Gross Withdrawals data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Energy Information Administration. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.RB010: Natural Gas Production.

Texas is the leading U.S. state in natural gas energy production. In 2024, the oil and gas rich state generated nearly 290.3 terawatt hours of electricity from gas turbines. Florida followed, with 203.7 terawatt hours of natural gas energy produced. Texas is also the U.S. state that consumes the most natural gas energy.

County-level data from oil and/or natural gas producing States—for onshore production in the lower 48 States only—are compiled on a State-by-State basis. Most States have production statistics available by county, field, or well, and these data were compiled at the county level to create a database of county-level production, annually for 2000 through 2011. Raw data for natural gas is for gross withdrawals, and oil data almost always include natural gas liquids. Note that State-provided natural gas withdrawals were not available for Illinois or Indiana; those estimates were produced using geocoded wells and State total production reported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Information Agency. In the data file, counties with increases or decreases in excess of $20 million in oil and/or natural gas production during 2000-11 are also identified. See the Documentation for more details. Currently, an ERS update to this data product is not planned.

Annual company level data on the supply and disposition of natural gas in the United States from an identified universe of pipelines, local distribution companies, and operators of fields, wells or gas processing plants, who distribute gas to end users or transport gas across State borders; or underground natural gas storage operators. Annual time series extend back to 1997. Based on Form EIA-176 data.

Natural gas distributors have benefited mainly from the enormous outburst of natural gas availability in the United States since the early 2000s because of the growing prevalence of advanced drilling techniques employed by upstream producers in the Oil Drilling and Gas Extraction industry. Natural gas is used to generate electricity, produce useful thermal output and as an industrial feedstock. Many end users, mainly electric power plants, have been pressed to transition to using this energy source at the expense of others because of its increased affordability and comparatively lower environmental impact. Despite the rising popularity of renewable energy like wind and solar, natural gas already has years of historical infrastructure built, making the supply chain much easier to navigate, leading the country to rely on it for most of its energy needs. Revenue is set to swell at a CAGR of 4.6% through the end of 2025 to $199.3 billion, including a 9.5% dip in 2025, as gas prices will rebound. Despite revenue growing swiftly as the need for gas overwhelmingly expanded during the current period, distributors have also endured wild swings in revenue because of highly volatile market conditions. For example, the price of natural gas fell in 2020 amid shutdowns as excess supply was built. Prices then spiked in 2021 and 2022 before falling again in 2023 as the industry stabilized following economic turmoil. Despite all this, the residential sector has been a saving grace, as prices have continued to climb yearly despite outside factors. Even so, overall profit has been pushed down as distributors lowered their selling prices. Natural gas production will climb marginally, while infrastructure investments will boost pipeline and export capacity. Thanks to global tensions, total domestic consumption is set to strengthen. Even so, consumption may be constrained growth as some markets slowly switch to renewable energy, constraining growth. Prices are also set to remain stagnant, which may prevent significant revenue spikes. Overall, revenue is set to climb at a CAGR of 0.7% through the end of 2030 to $205.9 billion.

This dataset is the 2010 United States Natural Gas Supply, Disposition, and Prices, part of the Annual Energy Outlook that highlights changes in the AEO Reference case projections for key energy topics. The Annual Energy Outlook presents a projection and analysis of US energy supply, demand, and prices through 2035. The projections are based on results from the Energy Information Administration's National Energy Modeling System.

Natural gas liquid (NGL) production proportionally grows with natural gas extraction. The popularity of advanced extraction techniques like hydraulic fracturing has bolstered shale gas production, giving processors a steady revenue flow. The pandemic weakened industrial production and residential and commercial construction, leading to an oversupply of NGLs and causing prices to plummet. This quickly reversed as the economy reopened and natural gas prices surged, spiking production. This growth lasted until 2024, when prices eventually settled down as supply shortages slowly began to wane. Even so, industry-wide revenue swelled at a CAGR of 3.0% through 2024, reaching $94.5 billion, including a modest 3.1% uptick in 2024 alone. Profitability also swelled as processors passed on price hikes to consumers. The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has created NGL supply woes in Europe as Russia has reduced its exports. These supply woes have opened the door for domestic NGL processors to take advantage of the favorable price environment in Europe and strengthen exports. This uptick in demand mitigated the appreciation of the US dollar, which made domestic NGLs more expensive. Through 2029, revenue is set to contract as natural gas prices normalize, following highs over the current period. Nonetheless, expanding industrial production and natural gas extraction will provide processors with a steady stream of business. Even so, with the future of hydraulic fracturing in the air, future regulations can severely hinder production. As European countries look to reduce their dependence on Russian NGLs, exports will remain strong. NGL processors may face headwinds following the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act as it provides tax incentives for households purchasing electric stoves and fees on methane emissions. Overall, revenue is set to dip at a CAGR of 0.9% through the end of 2029 to total $90.3 billion.

description: This dataset is the 2011 United States Natural Gas Supply, Disposition, and Prices, part of the Annual Energy Outlook that highlights changes in the AEO Reference case projections for key energy topics.; abstract: This dataset is the 2011 United States Natural Gas Supply, Disposition, and Prices, part of the Annual Energy Outlook that highlights changes in the AEO Reference case projections for key energy topics.

United States Natural Gas Production: Dry Gas data was reported at 2,640.230 Cub ft bn in Aug 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 2,585.113 Cub ft bn for Jul 2018. United States Natural Gas Production: Dry Gas data is updated monthly, averaging 1,590.388 Cub ft bn from Jan 1973 (Median) to Aug 2018, with 548 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,640.230 Cub ft bn in Aug 2018 and a record low of 1,222.287 Cub ft bn in Sep 1986. United States Natural Gas Production: Dry Gas data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Energy Information Administration. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.RB010: Natural Gas Production.

The USA: Natural gas production: The latest value from 2023 is 39.164 quadrillion Btu, an increase from 37.56 quadrillion Btu in 2022. In comparison, the world average is 0.802 quadrillion Btu, based on data from 189 countries. Historically, the average for the USA from 1980 to 2023 is 22.395 quadrillion Btu. The minimum value, 16.541 quadrillion Btu, was reached in 1986 while the maximum of 39.164 quadrillion Btu was recorded in 2023.

Natural gas rose to 3.09 USD/MMBtu on August 1, 2025, up 0.10% from the previous day. Over the past month, Natural gas's price has fallen 11.31%, but it is still 57.26% higher than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Natural gas - values, historical data, forecasts and news - updated on August of 2025.

The EIA Form 176, also known as the Annual Report of Natural and Supplemental Gas Supply and Disposition, describes the origins, suppliers, and disposition of natural gas on a yearly and state by state basis. Archived from https://www.eia.gov/naturalgas/ngqs/

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