Mesa, AZ Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
380 ft
Cost / Foot
$35–$68
Total Project
$18,240
vs. National Avg
143% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Mesa, AZ Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,500–$6,800 | $8,300–$11,600 | $9,600 |
| 150 ft | $5,250–$10,200 | $10,450–$15,400 | $12,400 |
| 200 ft | $7,000–$13,600 | $12,600–$19,200 | $15,200 |
| 300 ft | $10,500–$20,400 | $16,900–$26,800 | $20,800 |
| 400 ft | $14,000–$27,200 | $21,200–$34,400 | $26,400 |
| 500 ft | $17,500–$34,000 | $25,500–$42,000 | $32,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Mesa area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Mesa, AZ
Mesa sits on the eastern edge of the Salt River Valley with alluvial basin deposits transitioning to the Superstition Mountain volcanic complex. Water tables are deep (300-500 feet) in most residential areas. The East Valley has some of the deepest required well depths in the metro. Phoenix AMA regulations apply.
The average residential well in Mesa is 380 feet deep and costs approximately $18,240 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $35 to $68 per foot, which is 143% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Mesa area is the East Salt River Valley Sub-basin. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Maricopa County; Phoenix AMA (ADWR); permit required $150-$350. East Valley wells may require deeper drilling than west side of Phoenix metro.
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