Bar Harbor, ME Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
240 ft
Cost / Foot
$32–$74
Total Project
$12,000
vs. National Avg
60% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Bar Harbor, ME Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,200–$7,400 | $8,000–$12,200 | $9,800 |
| 150 ft | $4,800–$11,100 | $10,000–$16,300 | $12,700 |
| 200 ft | $6,400–$14,800 | $12,000–$20,400 | $15,600 |
| 300 ft | $9,600–$22,200 | $16,000–$28,600 | $21,400 |
| 400 ft | $12,800–$29,600 | $20,000–$36,800 | $27,200 |
| 500 ft | $16,000–$37,000 | $24,000–$45,000 | $33,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Bar Harbor area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Bar Harbor, ME
Mount Desert Island granitic bedrock with thin glacial cover; island wells face limited recharge area and seasonal water level fluctuations
The average residential well in Bar Harbor is 240 feet deep and costs approximately $12,000 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $32 to $74 per foot, which is 60% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Bar Harbor area is the Acadia / Granitic Bedrock Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Bar Harbor town well permit; $100-$150; island location limits drilling options
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Also serving: Southwest Harbor, Tremont, Mount Desert, Somesville, Northeast Harbor
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