Flagstaff, AZ Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
500 ft
Cost / Foot
$40–$75
Total Project
$27,500
vs. National Avg
267% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Flagstaff, AZ Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $4,000–$7,500 | $8,800–$12,300 | $10,300 |
| 150 ft | $6,000–$11,250 | $11,200–$16,450 | $13,450 |
| 200 ft | $8,000–$15,000 | $13,600–$20,600 | $16,600 |
| 300 ft | $12,000–$22,500 | $18,400–$28,900 | $22,900 |
| 400 ft | $16,000–$30,000 | $23,200–$37,200 | $29,200 |
| 500 ft | $20,000–$37,500 | $28,000–$45,500 | $35,500 |
*Costs are estimates based on Flagstaff area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Flagstaff, AZ
Flagstaff sits at 7,000 feet elevation on the Colorado Plateau with Coconino Sandstone, Kaibab Limestone, and volcanic basalt from the San Francisco Peaks. Water tables are extremely deep (400-800+ feet) making this one of the most expensive areas in Arizona for well drilling. The hard basalt and limestone require air rotary drilling with carbide or diamond bits.
The average residential well in Flagstaff is 500 feet deep and costs approximately $27,500 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $40 to $75 per foot, which is 267% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Flagstaff area is the Coconino Aquifer / C Aquifer (Regional). Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Coconut County; no AMA but ADWR registration required $150-$250. High elevation sites may have access challenges in winter months.
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