Great Bend, KS Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
100 ft
Cost / Foot
$20–$46
Total Project
$3,000
vs. National Avg
60% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Great Bend, KS Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,000–$4,600 | $6,800–$9,400 | $7,800 |
| 150 ft | $3,000–$6,900 | $8,200–$12,100 | $9,700 |
| 200 ft | $4,000–$9,200 | $9,600–$14,800 | $11,600 |
| 300 ft | $6,000–$13,800 | $12,400–$20,200 | $15,400 |
| 400 ft | $8,000–$18,400 | $15,200–$25,600 | $19,200 |
| 500 ft | $10,000–$23,000 | $18,000–$31,000 | $23,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Great Bend area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Great Bend, KS
Arkansas River Great Bend region with alluvial deposits; High Plains Aquifer provides irrigation and domestic supply
The average residential well in Great Bend is 100 feet deep and costs approximately $3,000 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $20 to $46 per foot, which is 60% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Great Bend area is the High Plains / Great Bend Prairie Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Barton County well permit; Kansas DWR; $50-$75
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