Frederick, MD Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
200 ft
Cost / Foot
$28–$65
Total Project
$9,000
vs. National Avg
20% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Frederick, MD Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,800–$6,500 | $7,600–$11,300 | $9,300 |
| 150 ft | $4,200–$9,750 | $9,400–$14,950 | $11,950 |
| 200 ft | $5,600–$13,000 | $11,200–$18,600 | $14,600 |
| 300 ft | $8,400–$19,500 | $14,800–$25,900 | $19,900 |
| 400 ft | $11,200–$26,000 | $18,400–$33,200 | $25,200 |
| 500 ft | $14,000–$32,500 | $22,000–$40,500 | $30,500 |
*Costs are estimates based on Frederick area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Frederick, MD
Frederick Valley with Triassic red sandstone and shale (Newark Group); limestone and dolomite of the Frederick Formation provide karst aquifer in places
The average residential well in Frederick is 200 feet deep and costs approximately $9,000 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $28 to $65 per foot, which is 20% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Frederick area is the Frederick Valley / Triassic Sedimentary Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Frederick County requires well permit; $200-$300; Maryland Dept of Environment (MDE) well construction standards
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