Mount Vernon, OH Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
130 ft
Cost / Foot
$24–$54
Total Project
$4,680
vs. National Avg
38% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Mount Vernon, OH Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,400–$5,400 | $7,200–$10,200 | $8,400 |
| 150 ft | $3,600–$8,100 | $8,800–$13,300 | $10,600 |
| 200 ft | $4,800–$10,800 | $10,400–$16,400 | $12,800 |
| 300 ft | $7,200–$16,200 | $13,600–$22,600 | $17,200 |
| 400 ft | $9,600–$21,600 | $16,800–$28,800 | $21,600 |
| 500 ft | $12,000–$27,000 | $20,000–$35,000 | $26,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Mount Vernon area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Mount Vernon, OH
Knox County glaciated terrain; Kokosing River valley with productive sand and gravel outwash; Mississippian sandstone beneath glacial drift
The average residential well in Mount Vernon is 130 feet deep and costs approximately $4,680 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $24 to $54 per foot, which is 38% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Mount Vernon area is the Glacial Outwash / Mississippian Sandstone Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Knox County health district well permit; Ohio EPA; $100-$150
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