Shepherdstown, WV Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
190 ft
Cost / Foot
$24–$55
Total Project
$7,220
vs. National Avg
Near average
the $7,500 national avg.
Shepherdstown, WV 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 Shepherdstown area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Shepherdstown, WV
Eastern Panhandle Potomac River area; Cambrian-Ordovician limestone with karst features and Harpers Formation quartzite on ridges
The average residential well in Shepherdstown is 190 feet deep and costs approximately $7,220 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 near the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Shepherdstown area is the Potomac Valley / Cambrian-Ordovician Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Jefferson County well permit; WV DEP; $25-$50
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