Hays, KS Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
200 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$52
Total Project
$6,800
vs. National Avg
9% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Hays, KS Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,200–$5,200 | $7,000–$10,000 | $8,200 |
| 150 ft | $3,300–$7,800 | $8,500–$13,000 | $10,300 |
| 200 ft | $4,400–$10,400 | $10,000–$16,000 | $12,400 |
| 300 ft | $6,600–$15,600 | $13,000–$22,000 | $16,600 |
| 400 ft | $8,800–$20,800 | $16,000–$28,000 | $20,800 |
| 500 ft | $11,000–$26,000 | $19,000–$34,000 | $25,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Hays area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Hays, KS
Smoky Hills region with Cretaceous chalk and sandstone (Dakota Formation); High Plains Aquifer thins in this area requiring deeper wells
The average residential well in Hays is 200 feet deep and costs approximately $6,800 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $22 to $52 per foot, which is 9% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Hays area is the Dakota Aquifer / High Plains Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Ellis County well permit; Kansas DWR; $50-$100
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