Portland, TN Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
130 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$50
Total Project
$4,420
vs. National Avg
41% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Portland, TN Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,200–$5,000 | $7,000–$9,800 | $8,200 |
| 150 ft | $3,300–$7,500 | $8,500–$12,700 | $10,300 |
| 200 ft | $4,400–$10,000 | $10,000–$15,600 | $12,400 |
| 300 ft | $6,600–$15,000 | $13,000–$21,400 | $16,600 |
| 400 ft | $8,800–$20,000 | $16,000–$27,200 | $20,800 |
| 500 ft | $11,000–$25,000 | $19,000–$33,000 | $25,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Portland area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Portland, TN
Northern Sumner County Highland Rim with Mississippian Fort Payne chert and Warsaw Limestone; tobacco and dairy farming area with many private wells
The average residential well in Portland is 130 feet deep and costs approximately $4,420 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $22 to $50 per foot, which is 41% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Portland area is the Highland Rim / Fort Payne-Warsaw Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Sumner County well permit; TN TDEC; $50-$75
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