El Paso, TX Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
350 ft
Cost / Foot
$28–$64
Total Project
$14,700
vs. National Avg
96% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
El Paso, TX Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,800–$6,400 | $7,600–$11,200 | $9,000 |
| 150 ft | $4,200–$9,600 | $9,400–$14,800 | $11,500 |
| 200 ft | $5,600–$12,800 | $11,200–$18,400 | $14,000 |
| 300 ft | $8,400–$19,200 | $14,800–$25,600 | $19,000 |
| 400 ft | $11,200–$25,600 | $18,400–$32,800 | $24,000 |
| 500 ft | $14,000–$32,000 | $22,000–$40,000 | $29,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on El Paso area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in El Paso, TX
Rio Grande rift basin fill with Hueco Bolson alluvial deposits; Franklin Mountains provide limited recharge; deep brackish water below fresh zone
The average residential well in El Paso is 350 feet deep and costs approximately $14,700 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 96% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the El Paso area is the Hueco-Mesilla Bolson Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
El Paso County; El Paso Water Utilities; $150-$300; freshwater lens is limited — some areas now use desalination
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