Pahrump, NV Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
300 ft
Cost / Foot
$30–$68
Total Project
$13,500
vs. National Avg
80% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Pahrump, NV Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,000–$6,800 | $7,800–$11,600 | $9,300 |
| 150 ft | $4,500–$10,200 | $9,700–$15,400 | $11,950 |
| 200 ft | $6,000–$13,600 | $11,600–$19,200 | $14,600 |
| 300 ft | $9,000–$20,400 | $15,400–$26,800 | $19,900 |
| 400 ft | $12,000–$27,200 | $19,200–$34,400 | $25,200 |
| 500 ft | $15,000–$34,000 | $23,000–$42,000 | $30,500 |
*Costs are estimates based on Pahrump area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Pahrump, NV
Pahrump Valley basin fill of alluvial fan deposits; Spring Mountains provide recharge to deep carbonate aquifer system
The average residential well in Pahrump is 300 feet deep and costs approximately $13,500 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $30 to $68 per foot, which is 80% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Pahrump area is the Pahrump Valley Basin Fill Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Nye County well permit; Nevada Division of Water Resources (NDWR); $250-$500; water basin is over-appropriated
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