Merced, CA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
170 ft
Cost / Foot
$32–$70
Total Project
$8,160
vs. National Avg
9% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Merced, CA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,200–$7,000 | $8,000–$11,800 | $9,600 |
| 150 ft | $4,800–$10,500 | $10,000–$15,700 | $12,400 |
| 200 ft | $6,400–$14,000 | $12,000–$19,600 | $15,200 |
| 300 ft | $9,600–$21,000 | $16,000–$27,400 | $20,800 |
| 400 ft | $12,800–$28,000 | $20,000–$35,200 | $26,400 |
| 500 ft | $16,000–$35,000 | $24,000–$43,000 | $32,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Merced area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Merced, CA
Merced River alluvial fan with Sierra Nevada-derived sand and gravel; clay interbeds create semi-confined aquifer conditions
The average residential well in Merced is 170 feet deep and costs approximately $8,160 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $32 to $70 per foot, which is 9% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Merced area is the Merced Subbasin Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Merced County Environmental Health well permit; $350-$500; critically over-drafted basin
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