Tallahassee, FL Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
150 ft
Cost / Foot
$24–$55
Total Project
$5,700
vs. National Avg
24% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Tallahassee, FL Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,400–$5,500 | $7,200–$10,300 | $8,600 |
| 150 ft | $3,600–$8,250 | $8,800–$13,450 | $10,900 |
| 200 ft | $4,800–$11,000 | $10,400–$16,600 | $13,200 |
| 300 ft | $7,200–$16,500 | $13,600–$22,900 | $17,800 |
| 400 ft | $9,600–$22,000 | $16,800–$29,200 | $22,400 |
| 500 ft | $12,000–$27,500 | $20,000–$35,500 | $27,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Tallahassee area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Tallahassee, FL
Red clay hills of the Tallahassee Hills region; Miocene-age sediments over Suwannee and Ocala Limestones; deeper wells than typical Florida
The average residential well in Tallahassee is 150 feet deep and costs approximately $5,700 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $24 to $55 per foot, which is 24% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Tallahassee area is the Upper Floridan Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Leon County well permit; NWFWMD; $150-$250
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