Skaneateles, NY Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
190 ft
Cost / Foot
$28–$65
Total Project
$8,360
vs. National Avg
11% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Skaneateles, NY Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,800–$6,500 | $7,600–$11,300 | $9,200 |
| 150 ft | $4,200–$9,750 | $9,400–$14,950 | $11,800 |
| 200 ft | $5,600–$13,000 | $11,200–$18,600 | $14,400 |
| 300 ft | $8,400–$19,500 | $14,800–$25,900 | $19,600 |
| 400 ft | $11,200–$26,000 | $18,400–$33,200 | $24,800 |
| 500 ft | $14,000–$32,500 | $22,000–$40,500 | $30,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Skaneateles area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Skaneateles, NY
Finger Lakes village with glacial deposits in steep-sided valley; Devonian shale bedrock beneath thick valley fill; lake provides regional recharge
The average residential well in Skaneateles is 190 feet deep and costs approximately $8,360 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $28 to $65 per foot, which is 11% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Skaneateles area is the Skaneateles Lake / Finger Lakes Glacial Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Onondaga County well permit; NY DEC; $50-$100
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