Altoona, PA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
240 ft
Cost / Foot
$26–$64
Total Project
$10,560
vs. National Avg
41% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Altoona, PA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,600–$6,400 | $7,400–$11,200 | $9,200 |
| 150 ft | $3,900–$9,600 | $9,100–$14,800 | $11,800 |
| 200 ft | $5,200–$12,800 | $10,800–$18,400 | $14,400 |
| 300 ft | $7,800–$19,200 | $14,200–$25,600 | $19,600 |
| 400 ft | $10,400–$25,600 | $17,600–$32,800 | $24,800 |
| 500 ft | $13,000–$32,000 | $21,000–$40,000 | $30,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Altoona area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Altoona, PA
Blair County Appalachian Ridge and Valley with Devonian sandstone and shale (Catskill Formation); Bald Eagle Valley limestone to the north
The average residential well in Altoona is 240 feet deep and costs approximately $10,560 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $26 to $64 per foot, which is 41% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Altoona area is the Ridge and Valley / Catskill-Pocono Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Blair County well permit; PA DEP; $50-$100; mountain wells can be deep and low-yielding
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