Quincy, IL Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
140 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$50
Total Project
$4,900
vs. National Avg
35% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Quincy, IL Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,200–$5,000 | $7,000–$9,800 | $8,300 |
| 150 ft | $3,300–$7,500 | $8,500–$12,700 | $10,450 |
| 200 ft | $4,400–$10,000 | $10,000–$15,600 | $12,600 |
| 300 ft | $6,600–$15,000 | $13,000–$21,400 | $16,900 |
| 400 ft | $8,800–$20,000 | $16,000–$27,200 | $21,200 |
| 500 ft | $11,000–$25,000 | $19,000–$33,000 | $25,500 |
*Costs are estimates based on Quincy area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Quincy, IL
Mississippi River valley bluffs with loess-capped glacial drift over Mississippian limestone; river valley wells tap alluvial deposits
The average residential well in Quincy is 140 feet deep and costs approximately $4,900 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 35% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Quincy area is the Mississippi River Valley Alluvial / Silurian-Devonian Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Adams County well permit; Illinois EPA; $50-$75
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