Ithaca, NY Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
180 ft
Cost / Foot
$28–$65
Total Project
$7,920
vs. National Avg
6% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Ithaca, NY Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,800–$6,500 | $7,600–$11,300 | $9,200 |
| 150 ft | $4,200–$9,750 | $9,400–$14,950 | $11,800 |
| 200 ft | $5,600–$13,000 | $11,200–$18,600 | $14,400 |
| 300 ft | $8,400–$19,500 | $14,800–$25,900 | $19,600 |
| 400 ft | $11,200–$26,000 | $18,400–$33,200 | $24,800 |
| 500 ft | $14,000–$32,500 | $22,000–$40,500 | $30,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Ithaca area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Ithaca, NY
Finger Lakes region with deep glacial valleys; thick stratified drift in valley bottoms over Devonian shale and siltstone
The average residential well in Ithaca is 180 feet deep and costs approximately $7,920 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 6% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Ithaca area is the Finger Lakes / Glacial Valley Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Tompkins County well permit; NY DEC; $50-$100
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