Lubbock, TX Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
160 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$50
Total Project
$5,440
vs. National Avg
27% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Lubbock, TX Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,200–$5,000 | $7,000–$9,800 | $8,200 |
| 150 ft | $3,300–$7,500 | $8,500–$12,700 | $10,300 |
| 200 ft | $4,400–$10,000 | $10,000–$15,600 | $12,400 |
| 300 ft | $6,600–$15,000 | $13,000–$21,400 | $16,600 |
| 400 ft | $8,800–$20,000 | $16,000–$27,200 | $20,800 |
| 500 ft | $11,000–$25,000 | $19,000–$33,000 | $25,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Lubbock area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Lubbock, TX
South Plains with Ogallala Formation sand and caliche; Llano Estacado caprock; water table declining from extensive irrigation pumping
The average residential well in Lubbock is 160 feet deep and costs approximately $5,440 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $22 to $50 per foot, which is 27% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Lubbock area is the Ogallala / High Plains Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Lubbock County; High Plains Underground WCD; $100-$200; declining water levels are a significant concern
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