Lancaster, OH Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
160 ft
Cost / Foot
$24–$55
Total Project
$6,080
vs. National Avg
19% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Lancaster, OH Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,400–$5,500 | $7,200–$10,300 | $8,600 |
| 150 ft | $3,600–$8,250 | $8,800–$13,450 | $10,900 |
| 200 ft | $4,800–$11,000 | $10,400–$16,600 | $13,200 |
| 300 ft | $7,200–$16,500 | $13,600–$22,900 | $17,800 |
| 400 ft | $9,600–$22,000 | $16,800–$29,200 | $22,400 |
| 500 ft | $12,000–$27,500 | $20,000–$35,500 | $27,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Lancaster area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Lancaster, OH
Fairfield County with Hocking River valley; Mississippian Berea Sandstone and Black Hand Sandstone provide productive aquifer at moderate depth
The average residential well in Lancaster is 160 feet deep and costs approximately $6,080 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $24 to $55 per foot, which is 19% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Lancaster area is the Berea / Black Hand Sandstone Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Fairfield County health district well permit; Ohio EPA; $100-$150
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