Madera, CA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
190 ft
Cost / Foot
$34–$74
Total Project
$9,500
vs. National Avg
27% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Madera, CA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,400–$7,400 | $8,200–$12,200 | $9,800 |
| 150 ft | $5,100–$11,100 | $10,300–$16,300 | $12,700 |
| 200 ft | $6,800–$14,800 | $12,400–$20,400 | $15,600 |
| 300 ft | $10,200–$22,200 | $16,600–$28,600 | $21,400 |
| 400 ft | $13,600–$29,600 | $20,800–$36,800 | $27,200 |
| 500 ft | $17,000–$37,000 | $25,000–$45,000 | $33,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Madera area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Madera, CA
Eastern San Joaquin Valley alluvial deposits with significant clay layers; water table has declined substantially requiring deeper wells
The average residential well in Madera is 190 feet deep and costs approximately $9,500 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $34 to $74 per foot, which is 27% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Madera area is the Madera Subbasin Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Madera County well permit; $350-$500; SGMA critically over-drafted basin
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