Amarillo, TX Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
200 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$52
Total Project
$7,200
vs. National Avg
Near average
the $7,500 national avg.
Amarillo, TX Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,200–$5,200 | $7,000–$10,000 | $8,400 |
| 150 ft | $3,300–$7,800 | $8,500–$13,000 | $10,600 |
| 200 ft | $4,400–$10,400 | $10,000–$16,000 | $12,800 |
| 300 ft | $6,600–$15,600 | $13,000–$22,000 | $17,200 |
| 400 ft | $8,800–$20,800 | $16,000–$28,000 | $21,600 |
| 500 ft | $11,000–$26,000 | $19,000–$34,000 | $26,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Amarillo area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Amarillo, TX
Texas Panhandle with Ogallala Formation over Permian red beds and Dockum Group; caliche-ceite layers can complicate drilling
The average residential well in Amarillo is 200 feet deep and costs approximately $7,200 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $22 to $52 per foot, which is near the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Amarillo area is the Ogallala / High Plains Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Potter/Randall County; Panhandle GCD; $100-$200; Ogallala is declining but still productive in this area
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