Hattiesburg, MS Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
90 ft
Cost / Foot
$20–$48
Total Project
$2,880
vs. National Avg
62% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Hattiesburg, MS Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,000–$4,800 | $6,800–$9,600 | $8,000 |
| 150 ft | $3,000–$7,200 | $8,200–$12,400 | $10,000 |
| 200 ft | $4,000–$9,600 | $9,600–$15,200 | $12,000 |
| 300 ft | $6,000–$14,400 | $12,400–$20,800 | $16,000 |
| 400 ft | $8,000–$19,200 | $15,200–$26,400 | $20,000 |
| 500 ft | $10,000–$24,000 | $18,000–$32,000 | $24,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Hattiesburg area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Hattiesburg, MS
Southern Mississippi Gulf Coastal Plain with Miocene-Pliocene sand and gravel formations; Hattiesburg and Catahoula Formations provide productive aquifers
The average residential well in Hattiesburg is 90 feet deep and costs approximately $2,880 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $20 to $48 per foot, which is 62% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Hattiesburg area is the Miocene Aquifer / Hattiesburg Formation. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Forrest County; Mississippi Dept of Health well permit; $50; Mississippi requires licensed well drillers
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