Gonzales, LA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
120 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$50
Total Project
$4,080
vs. National Avg
46% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Gonzales, LA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,200–$5,000 | $7,000–$9,800 | $8,200 |
| 150 ft | $3,300–$7,500 | $8,500–$12,700 | $10,300 |
| 200 ft | $4,400–$10,000 | $10,000–$15,600 | $12,400 |
| 300 ft | $6,600–$15,000 | $13,000–$21,400 | $16,600 |
| 400 ft | $8,800–$20,000 | $16,000–$27,200 | $20,800 |
| 500 ft | $11,000–$25,000 | $19,000–$33,000 | $25,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Gonzales area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Gonzales, LA
Ascension Parish Mississippi River alluvial plain margin; deeper Miocene sand aquifers accessed below thick clay overburden
The average residential well in Gonzales is 120 feet deep and costs approximately $4,080 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $22 to $50 per foot, which is 46% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Gonzales area is the Mississippi River Alluvial / Chicot Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Ascension Parish well permit; LA DNR; $50-$75
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