Chelan, WA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
200 ft
Cost / Foot
$28–$64
Total Project
$8,800
vs. National Avg
17% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Chelan, WA 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 Chelan area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Chelan, WA
Lake Chelan moraine and alluvial deposits; glacially carved valley over metamorphic basement rock; lake provides some local recharge
The average residential well in Chelan is 200 feet deep and costs approximately $8,800 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 17% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Chelan area is the Lake Chelan / Crystalline Bedrock Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Chelan County well permit; WA Ecology; $150-$300; steep terrain limits well site options
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