Auburn, AL Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
130 ft
Cost / Foot
$25–$55
Total Project
$4,940
vs. National Avg
34% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Auburn, AL Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,500–$5,500 | $7,300–$10,300 | $8,600 |
| 150 ft | $3,750–$8,250 | $8,950–$13,450 | $10,900 |
| 200 ft | $5,000–$11,000 | $10,600–$16,600 | $13,200 |
| 300 ft | $7,500–$16,500 | $13,900–$22,900 | $17,800 |
| 400 ft | $10,000–$22,000 | $17,200–$29,200 | $22,400 |
| 500 ft | $12,500–$27,500 | $20,500–$35,500 | $27,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Auburn area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Auburn, AL
Piedmont geology with weathered crystalline rock and gneiss; wells must penetrate through saprolite into fractured bedrock for reliable yield
The average residential well in Auburn is 130 feet deep and costs approximately $4,940 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $25 to $55 per foot, which is 34% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Auburn area is the Piedmont and Blue Ridge Crystalline Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Lee County health department well permit required; $75 fee
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