Pension and Postretirement Benefits (Notes)

3 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2019

Retirement Benefits [Abstract]

Pension and Postretirement Benefits

Pension and Postretirement Benefits

EOG has defined contribution pension plans in place for most of its employees in the United States, and a defined benefit pension plan covering certain of its employees in Trinidad. For the three months ended March 31, 2019 and 2018, EOG's total costs recognized for these pension plans were $12.0 million and $9.9 million, respectively. EOG also has postretirement medical and dental plans in place for eligible employees and their dependents in the United States and Trinidad, the costs of which are not material.