Austin, TX Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
250 ft
Cost / Foot
$26–$60
Total Project
$10,000
vs. National Avg
33% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Austin, TX Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,600–$6,000 | $7,400–$10,800 | $8,800 |
| 150 ft | $3,900–$9,000 | $9,100–$14,200 | $11,200 |
| 200 ft | $5,200–$12,000 | $10,800–$17,600 | $13,600 |
| 300 ft | $7,800–$18,000 | $14,200–$24,400 | $18,400 |
| 400 ft | $10,400–$24,000 | $17,600–$31,200 | $23,200 |
| 500 ft | $13,000–$30,000 | $21,000–$38,000 | $28,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Austin area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Austin, TX
Travis County Balcones Fault Zone; Edwards Aquifer recharge zone on west side; eastern areas on Blackland Prairie with different geology
The average residential well in Austin is 250 feet deep and costs approximately $10,000 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $26 to $60 per foot, which is 33% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Austin area is the Edwards Aquifer / Balcones Fault Zone. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Travis County; Barton Springs-Edwards Aquifer CD; $200-$400; Barton Springs protection regulations affect many wells
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