Blacksburg, VA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
240 ft
Cost / Foot
$28–$64
Total Project
$10,560
vs. National Avg
41% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Blacksburg, VA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,800–$6,400 | $7,600–$11,200 | $9,200 |
| 150 ft | $4,200–$9,600 | $9,400–$14,800 | $11,800 |
| 200 ft | $5,600–$12,800 | $11,200–$18,400 | $14,400 |
| 300 ft | $8,400–$19,200 | $14,800–$25,600 | $19,600 |
| 400 ft | $11,200–$25,600 | $18,400–$32,800 | $24,800 |
| 500 ft | $14,000–$32,000 | $22,000–$40,000 | $30,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Blacksburg area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Blacksburg, VA
Montgomery County New River Valley; Cambrian carbonate rock in valley with Devonian-Mississippian sandstone and shale on ridges
The average residential well in Blacksburg 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 $28 to $64 per foot, which is 41% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Blacksburg area is the New River Valley / Cambrian-Ordovician Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Montgomery County well permit; VA DEQ; $75-$150
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