Covington, LA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
100 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$50
Total Project
$3,400
vs. National Avg
55% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Covington, LA 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 Covington area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Covington, LA
St. Tammany Parish Northshore with Pleistocene terrace deposits and Miocene sand aquifers; piney woods on sandy soils allow good recharge
The average residential well in Covington is 100 feet deep and costs approximately $3,400 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 55% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Covington area is the Southern Hills / Chicot Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
St. Tammany Parish well permit; Louisiana Dept of Natural Resources; $50-$100
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