Essex, VT Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
220 ft
Cost / Foot
$32–$74
Total Project
$11,000
vs. National Avg
47% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Essex, VT Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,200–$7,400 | $8,000–$12,200 | $9,800 |
| 150 ft | $4,800–$11,100 | $10,000–$16,300 | $12,700 |
| 200 ft | $6,400–$14,800 | $12,000–$20,400 | $15,600 |
| 300 ft | $9,600–$22,200 | $16,000–$28,600 | $21,400 |
| 400 ft | $12,800–$29,600 | $20,000–$36,800 | $27,200 |
| 500 ft | $16,000–$37,000 | $24,000–$45,000 | $33,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Essex area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Essex, VT
Champlain Valley glacial terrain; thick glacial lake and marine deposits (Champlain Sea clays) over Cambrian dolomite and Ordovician shale
The average residential well in Essex is 220 feet deep and costs approximately $11,000 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $32 to $74 per foot, which is 47% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Essex area is the Champlain Valley / Cambrian-Ordovician Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Essex well permit; VT DEC Water Supply Division; $75-$150
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