Beaufort, SC Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
90 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$50
Total Project
$3,060
vs. National Avg
59% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Beaufort, SC Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,200–$5,000 | $7,000–$9,800 | $8,200 |
| 150 ft | $3,300–$7,500 | $8,500–$12,700 | $10,300 |
| 200 ft | $4,400–$10,000 | $10,000–$15,600 | $12,400 |
| 300 ft | $6,600–$15,000 | $13,000–$21,400 | $16,600 |
| 400 ft | $8,800–$20,000 | $16,000–$27,200 | $20,800 |
| 500 ft | $11,000–$25,000 | $19,000–$33,000 | $25,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Beaufort area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Beaufort, SC
Port Royal Sound coast with Quaternary and Tertiary formations; Floridan Aquifer system extends into this area from Georgia/Florida
The average residential well in Beaufort is 90 feet deep and costs approximately $3,060 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $22 to $50 per foot, which is 59% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Beaufort area is the Upper Floridan / Coastal Plain Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Beaufort County well permit; SC DHEC; $50-$100; island and coastal wells face saltwater concerns
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Also serving: Port Royal, Lady's Island, Burton, Parris Island, Laurel Bay
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