Porterville, CA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
200 ft
Cost / Foot
$34–$74
Total Project
$10,000
vs. National Avg
33% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Porterville, CA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,400–$7,400 | $8,200–$12,200 | $9,800 |
| 150 ft | $5,100–$11,100 | $10,300–$16,300 | $12,700 |
| 200 ft | $6,800–$14,800 | $12,400–$20,400 | $15,600 |
| 300 ft | $10,200–$22,200 | $16,600–$28,600 | $21,400 |
| 400 ft | $13,600–$29,600 | $20,800–$36,800 | $27,200 |
| 500 ft | $17,000–$37,000 | $25,000–$45,000 | $33,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Porterville area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Porterville, CA
Eastern Tulare County alluvial fan near Sierra Nevada foothills; coarser sediments yield productive wells but depth increasing annually
The average residential well in Porterville is 200 feet deep and costs approximately $10,000 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $34 to $74 per foot, which is 33% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Porterville area is the Tule Subbasin Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Tulare County well permit; $350-$500; SGMA critically over-drafted area
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