Missoula, MT Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
80 ft
Cost / Foot
$26–$58
Total Project
$3,200
vs. National Avg
57% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Missoula, MT Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,600–$5,800 | $7,400–$10,600 | $8,800 |
| 150 ft | $3,900–$8,700 | $9,100–$13,900 | $11,200 |
| 200 ft | $5,200–$11,600 | $10,800–$17,200 | $13,600 |
| 300 ft | $7,800–$17,400 | $14,200–$23,800 | $18,400 |
| 400 ft | $10,400–$23,200 | $17,600–$30,400 | $23,200 |
| 500 ft | $13,000–$29,000 | $21,000–$37,000 | $28,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Missoula area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Missoula, MT
Missoula Valley glacial lakebed and alluvial fill from five converging valleys; exceptionally productive sand and gravel aquifer up to 200 feet thick
The average residential well in Missoula is 80 feet deep and costs approximately $3,200 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $26 to $58 per foot, which is 57% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Missoula area is the Missoula Valley Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Missoula County well permit; Montana DNRC; $125-$200; one of Montana's most productive aquifers
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