Amherst, VA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
230 ft
Cost / Foot
$26–$62
Total Project
$9,660
vs. National Avg
29% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Amherst, VA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,600–$6,200 | $7,400–$11,000 | $9,000 |
| 150 ft | $3,900–$9,300 | $9,100–$14,500 | $11,500 |
| 200 ft | $5,200–$12,400 | $10,800–$18,000 | $14,000 |
| 300 ft | $7,800–$18,600 | $14,200–$25,000 | $19,000 |
| 400 ft | $10,400–$24,800 | $17,600–$32,000 | $24,000 |
| 500 ft | $13,000–$31,000 | $21,000–$39,000 | $29,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Amherst area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Amherst, VA
Amherst County Blue Ridge foothills; Pedlar Formation charnockite and Lovingston gneiss; fractured crystalline rock with saprolite storage
The average residential well in Amherst is 230 feet deep and costs approximately $9,660 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $26 to $62 per foot, which is 29% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Amherst area is the Blue Ridge / Pedlar-Lovingston Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Amherst County well permit; VA DEQ; $75-$150
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