Chester, NJ Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
240 ft
Cost / Foot
$34–$76
Total Project
$12,480
vs. National Avg
66% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Chester, NJ Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,400–$7,600 | $8,200–$12,400 | $10,000 |
| 150 ft | $5,100–$11,400 | $10,300–$16,600 | $13,000 |
| 200 ft | $6,800–$15,200 | $12,400–$20,800 | $16,000 |
| 300 ft | $10,200–$22,800 | $16,600–$29,200 | $22,000 |
| 400 ft | $13,600–$30,400 | $20,800–$37,600 | $28,000 |
| 500 ft | $17,000–$38,000 | $25,000–$46,000 | $34,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Chester area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Chester, NJ
NJ Highlands with Precambrian gneiss and granite; well yields highly variable depending on fracture intersection in crystalline rock
The average residential well in Chester is 240 feet deep and costs approximately $12,480 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $34 to $76 per foot, which is 66% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Chester area is the NJ Highlands Crystalline Bedrock Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Chester Township well permit; NJ DEP; $100-$200; Highlands Water Protection Act may apply
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