Ellsworth, ME Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
220 ft
Cost / Foot
$30–$70
Total Project
$10,560
vs. National Avg
41% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Ellsworth, ME Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,000–$7,000 | $7,800–$11,800 | $9,600 |
| 150 ft | $4,500–$10,500 | $9,700–$15,700 | $12,400 |
| 200 ft | $6,000–$14,000 | $11,600–$19,600 | $15,200 |
| 300 ft | $9,000–$21,000 | $15,400–$27,400 | $20,800 |
| 400 ft | $12,000–$28,000 | $19,200–$35,200 | $26,400 |
| 500 ft | $15,000–$35,000 | $23,000–$43,000 | $32,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Ellsworth area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Ellsworth, ME
Downeast Maine with glacial till over Ellsworth Schist and granite; Union River valley has limited sand and gravel deposits
The average residential well in Ellsworth is 220 feet deep and costs approximately $10,560 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $30 to $70 per foot, which is 41% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Ellsworth area is the Downeast Crystalline Bedrock Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Ellsworth code enforcement well permit; $75-$100
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