Athens, GA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
180 ft
Cost / Foot
$24–$55
Total Project
$6,840
vs. National Avg
9% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Athens, GA 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 Athens area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Athens, GA
Piedmont crystalline rock with deep weathering profile (saprolite); wells penetrate through red clay into fractured gneiss and schist
The average residential well in Athens is 180 feet deep and costs approximately $6,840 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 9% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Athens area is the Piedmont and Blue Ridge Crystalline Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Clarke County well permit; Georgia EPD oversight; $100-$150
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