Meridian, ID Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
200 ft
Cost / Foot
$25–$58
Total Project
$8,000
vs. National Avg
7% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Meridian, ID Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,500–$5,800 | $7,300–$10,600 | $8,800 |
| 150 ft | $3,750–$8,700 | $8,950–$13,900 | $11,200 |
| 200 ft | $5,000–$11,600 | $10,600–$17,200 | $13,600 |
| 300 ft | $7,500–$17,400 | $13,900–$23,800 | $18,400 |
| 400 ft | $10,000–$23,200 | $17,200–$30,400 | $23,200 |
| 500 ft | $12,500–$29,000 | $20,500–$37,000 | $28,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Meridian area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Meridian, ID
Boise Valley alluvial deposits with Snake River basalt at depth; productive aquifers in interbedded basalt and sediment layers
The average residential well in Meridian is 200 feet deep and costs approximately $8,000 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $25 to $58 per foot, which is 7% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Meridian area is the Treasure Valley / Western Snake River Plain Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Ada County well permit; Idaho Dept of Water Resources (IDWR); $125-$200; rapidly growing area with increasing well competition
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