Aiken, SC Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
120 ft
Cost / Foot
$20–$48
Total Project
$3,840
vs. National Avg
49% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Aiken, SC Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,000–$4,800 | $6,800–$9,600 | $8,000 |
| 150 ft | $3,000–$7,200 | $8,200–$12,400 | $10,000 |
| 200 ft | $4,000–$9,600 | $9,600–$15,200 | $12,000 |
| 300 ft | $6,000–$14,400 | $12,400–$20,800 | $16,000 |
| 400 ft | $8,000–$19,200 | $15,200–$26,400 | $20,000 |
| 500 ft | $10,000–$24,000 | $18,000–$32,000 | $24,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Aiken area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Aiken, SC
Fall Line Sand Hills with Cretaceous and Tertiary sand formations; Aiken Plateau has productive sand aquifer at moderate depth
The average residential well in Aiken is 120 feet deep and costs approximately $3,840 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $20 to $48 per foot, which is 49% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Aiken area is the Middendorf / Upper Coastal Plain Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Aiken County well permit; SC DHEC; $50-$100
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