Seneca, SC Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
230 ft
Cost / Foot
$24–$55
Total Project
$8,740
vs. National Avg
17% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Seneca, SC Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,400–$5,500 | $7,200–$10,300 | $8,600 |
| 150 ft | $3,600–$8,250 | $8,800–$13,450 | $10,900 |
| 200 ft | $4,800–$11,000 | $10,400–$16,600 | $13,200 |
| 300 ft | $7,200–$16,500 | $13,600–$22,900 | $17,800 |
| 400 ft | $9,600–$22,000 | $16,800–$29,200 | $22,400 |
| 500 ft | $12,000–$27,500 | $20,000–$35,500 | $27,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Seneca area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Seneca, SC
Oconee County at Lake Keowee; Brevard Zone metamorphic rock with complex folding; lakeside wells may interact with lake levels
The average residential well in Seneca is 230 feet deep and costs approximately $8,740 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $24 to $55 per foot, which is 17% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Seneca area is the Blue Ridge / Brevard Zone Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Oconee County well permit; SC DHEC; $50-$100
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