Durham, CT Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
250 ft
Cost / Foot
$36–$82
Total Project
$14,000
vs. National Avg
87% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Durham, CT Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,600–$8,200 | $8,400–$13,000 | $10,400 |
| 150 ft | $5,400–$12,300 | $10,600–$17,500 | $13,600 |
| 200 ft | $7,200–$16,400 | $12,800–$22,000 | $16,800 |
| 300 ft | $10,800–$24,600 | $17,200–$31,000 | $23,200 |
| 400 ft | $14,400–$32,800 | $21,600–$40,000 | $29,600 |
| 500 ft | $18,000–$41,000 | $26,000–$49,000 | $36,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Durham area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Durham, CT
Triassic-Jurassic sedimentary rock of the Hartford Basin with traprock intrusions; well yields vary dramatically between sandstone and basalt
The average residential well in Durham is 250 feet deep and costs approximately $14,000 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $36 to $82 per foot, which is 87% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Durham area is the Hartford Basin Sedimentary Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Durham health department; CT DEEP well permit; $50-$100
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