Champaign, IL Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
170 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$52
Total Project
$6,120
vs. National Avg
18% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Champaign, IL 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 Champaign area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Champaign, IL
East-central Illinois till plain over Mahomet Buried Valley aquifer; one of the largest buried aquifer systems in the Midwest
The average residential well in Champaign is 170 feet deep and costs approximately $6,120 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 18% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Champaign area is the Mahomet Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Champaign County well permit; Illinois EPA; $50-$100
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