Huntsville, AL Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
140 ft
Cost / Foot
$25–$55
Total Project
$5,320
vs. National Avg
29% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Huntsville, AL Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,500–$5,500 | $7,300–$10,300 | $8,600 |
| 150 ft | $3,750–$8,250 | $8,950–$13,450 | $10,900 |
| 200 ft | $5,000–$11,000 | $10,600–$16,600 | $13,200 |
| 300 ft | $7,500–$16,500 | $13,900–$22,900 | $17,800 |
| 400 ft | $10,000–$22,000 | $17,200–$29,200 | $22,400 |
| 500 ft | $12,500–$27,500 | $20,500–$35,500 | $27,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Huntsville area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Huntsville, AL
Limestone bedrock of the Tennessee Valley overlain by red clay residuum; wells tap solution channels in Bangor and Tuscumbia limestones
The average residential well in Huntsville is 140 feet deep and costs approximately $5,320 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $25 to $55 per foot, which is 29% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Huntsville area is the Highland Rim Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Madison County requires well permits through the county health department; approximately $75 fee
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