Gettysburg, PA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
200 ft
Cost / Foot
$24–$58
Total Project
$8,000
vs. National Avg
7% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Gettysburg, PA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,400–$5,800 | $7,200–$10,600 | $8,800 |
| 150 ft | $3,600–$8,700 | $8,800–$13,900 | $11,200 |
| 200 ft | $4,800–$11,600 | $10,400–$17,200 | $13,600 |
| 300 ft | $7,200–$17,400 | $13,600–$23,800 | $18,400 |
| 400 ft | $9,600–$23,200 | $16,800–$30,400 | $23,200 |
| 500 ft | $12,000–$29,000 | $20,000–$37,000 | $28,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Gettysburg area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Gettysburg, PA
Adams County Triassic Gettysburg Formation with red sandstone, siltstone, and shale; diabase intrusions (sills and dikes) affect local hydrogeology
The average residential well in Gettysburg is 200 feet deep and costs approximately $8,000 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $24 to $58 per foot, which is 7% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Gettysburg area is the Gettysburg Basin / Triassic Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Adams County well permit; PA DEP; $50-$100
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