Payson, AZ Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
400 ft
Cost / Foot
$35–$75
Total Project
$20,000
vs. National Avg
167% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Payson, AZ 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 Payson area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Payson, AZ
Mogollon Rim geology with Paleozoic limestone and sandstone capped by basalt flows; well depths vary dramatically along the Rim escarpment
The average residential well in Payson is 400 feet deep and costs approximately $20,000 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 167% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Payson area is the Coconino / Payson Granite Basin Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Gila County permit required; ADWR registration; $150-$200
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