McAlester, OK Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
170 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$50
Total Project
$5,780
vs. National Avg
23% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
McAlester, OK 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 McAlester area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in McAlester, OK
Pittsburg County with Pennsylvanian coal-bearing sandstone and shale; Ouachita Mountains foothills; coal mining history affects some groundwater
The average residential well in McAlester is 170 feet deep and costs approximately $5,780 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 23% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the McAlester area is the Antlers / Pennsylvanian Sandstone Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Pittsburg County well permit; OWRB; $50-$100; coal-area wells may have elevated iron and manganese
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