Fresno, CA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
180 ft
Cost / Foot
$35–$75
Total Project
$9,000
vs. National Avg
20% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Fresno, CA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,500–$7,500 | $8,300–$12,300 | $9,800 |
| 150 ft | $5,250–$11,250 | $10,450–$16,450 | $12,700 |
| 200 ft | $7,000–$15,000 | $12,600–$20,600 | $15,600 |
| 300 ft | $10,500–$22,500 | $16,900–$28,900 | $21,400 |
| 400 ft | $14,000–$30,000 | $21,200–$37,200 | $27,200 |
| 500 ft | $17,500–$37,500 | $25,500–$45,500 | $33,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Fresno area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Fresno, CA
San Joaquin Valley alluvial deposits from Sierra Nevada erosion; thick sequences of sand, silt, and clay with productive confined aquifers at depth
The average residential well in Fresno is 180 feet deep and costs approximately $9,000 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $35 to $75 per foot, which is 20% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Fresno area is the San Joaquin Valley Aquifer / Kings Subbasin. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Fresno County requires well permits through the county; $300-$500 fee; California well standards apply
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