Chord Energy

Chord Energy Corporation is an independent energy company focused on hydrocarbon exploration and production, primarily in the Williston Basin of North Dakota and Montana. Established in July 2022 from Oasis Petroleum, the company is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with operational offices in Williston, North Dakota. Chord Energy specializes in acquiring, developing, and exploring crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids (NGLs), targeting the Middle Bakken and Three Forks formations. The company reported an average daily production of 232,737 net barrels of oil equivalent (BOE) and achieved 171,000 BOE per day in 2022. Chord Energy sells its products to refiners, marketers, and purchasers, utilizing regional pipeline and rail infrastructure. With a revenue of $5.25 billion and a net income of $845.19 million, the company employs 762 people and is led by President & CEO Daniel E. Brown. Chord Energy is committed to environmental stewardship and community engagement, emphasizing transparency and operational efficiency in its practices.

Oil & Energy Houston, United States Founded 1980 ~623 employees NASDAQ: CHRD

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Employees
623
-0.2% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$8.6M
Revenue ~$5.4B
Stock
CHRD
NASDAQ
12-month attrition
8.8%
Tech: 5.8%
H1B sponsor
NA

Headcount trend

Chord Energy went from 552 employees in Oct 2024 to 623 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 35 people joined, 21 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other224
Operations188
Engineering103
Finance61
Sales15
HR14
Marketing12
Success6

Chord Energy FAQ

How many employees does Chord Energy have?

Chord Energy has about 623 employees, down 0.2% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

What is Chord Energy's revenue per employee?

Chord Energy makes about $8.64M in revenue per employee, based on $5.38B annual revenue and 623 employees.

Is Chord Energy a public company?

Yes. Chord Energy is publicly traded under the ticker CHRD on NASDAQ.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.