Hendersonville, NC Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
240 ft
Cost / Foot
$28–$60
Total Project
$10,080
vs. National Avg
34% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Hendersonville, NC Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,800–$6,000 | $7,600–$10,800 | $9,000 |
| 150 ft | $4,200–$9,000 | $9,400–$14,200 | $11,500 |
| 200 ft | $5,600–$12,000 | $11,200–$17,600 | $14,000 |
| 300 ft | $8,400–$18,000 | $14,800–$24,400 | $19,000 |
| 400 ft | $11,200–$24,000 | $18,400–$31,200 | $24,000 |
| 500 ft | $14,000–$30,000 | $22,000–$38,000 | $29,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Hendersonville area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Hendersonville, NC
Henderson County Blue Ridge foothills; French Broad gneiss and Henderson Granite; well yields typically 5-20 gpm from fracture zones
The average residential well in Hendersonville is 240 feet deep and costs approximately $10,080 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $28 to $60 per foot, which is 34% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Hendersonville area is the Blue Ridge Crystalline Bedrock Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Henderson County well permit; NC DEQ; $100-$200
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