Ellijay, GA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
230 ft
Cost / Foot
$26–$58
Total Project
$9,200
vs. National Avg
23% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Ellijay, GA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,600–$5,800 | $7,400–$10,600 | $8,800 |
| 150 ft | $3,900–$8,700 | $9,100–$13,900 | $11,200 |
| 200 ft | $5,200–$11,600 | $10,800–$17,200 | $13,600 |
| 300 ft | $7,800–$17,400 | $14,200–$23,800 | $18,400 |
| 400 ft | $10,400–$23,200 | $17,600–$30,400 | $23,200 |
| 500 ft | $13,000–$29,000 | $21,000–$37,000 | $28,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Ellijay area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Ellijay, GA
Blue Ridge Province with folded and faulted metamorphic rock; apple orchard country on mountain slopes with variable well depths
The average residential well in Ellijay is 230 feet deep and costs approximately $9,200 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $26 to $58 per foot, which is 23% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Ellijay area is the Blue Ridge Crystalline Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Gilmer County well permit; Georgia EPD; $100-$150
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