Kailua-Kona, HI Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
180 ft
Cost / Foot
$55–$120
Total Project
$14,400
vs. National Avg
92% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Kailua-Kona, HI Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $5,500–$12,000 | $10,300–$16,800 | $12,800 |
| 150 ft | $8,250–$18,000 | $13,450–$23,200 | $17,200 |
| 200 ft | $11,000–$24,000 | $16,600–$29,600 | $21,600 |
| 300 ft | $16,500–$36,000 | $22,900–$42,400 | $30,400 |
| 400 ft | $22,000–$48,000 | $29,200–$55,200 | $39,200 |
| 500 ft | $27,500–$60,000 | $35,500–$68,000 | $48,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Kailua-Kona area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Kailua-Kona, HI
Hualalai volcanic terrain with complex lava tube and flow layer hydrogeology; wells must penetrate thick dry basalt to reach basal lens
The average residential well in Kailua-Kona is 180 feet deep and costs approximately $14,400 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $55 to $120 per foot, which is 92% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Kailua-Kona area is the Keauhou Basal Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Hawaii County; CWRM well permit; $200-$400; water resources are carefully managed in Kona
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Also serving: Holualoa, Keauhou, Captain Cook, Kealakekua, Waikoloa
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