Buckhannon, WV Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
160 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$50
Total Project
$5,600
vs. National Avg
25% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Buckhannon, WV Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,200–$5,000 | $7,000–$9,800 | $8,300 |
| 150 ft | $3,300–$7,500 | $8,500–$12,700 | $10,450 |
| 200 ft | $4,400–$10,000 | $10,000–$15,600 | $12,600 |
| 300 ft | $6,600–$15,000 | $13,000–$21,400 | $16,900 |
| 400 ft | $8,800–$20,000 | $16,000–$27,200 | $21,200 |
| 500 ft | $11,000–$25,000 | $19,000–$33,000 | $25,500 |
*Costs are estimates based on Buckhannon area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Buckhannon, WV
Upshur County with Pennsylvanian sandstone and coal measures; Buckhannon River valley alluvium provides some shallow well opportunities
The average residential well in Buckhannon is 160 feet deep and costs approximately $5,600 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $22 to $50 per foot, which is 25% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Buckhannon area is the Kanawha / Pottsville Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Upshur County well permit; WV DEP; $25-$50
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