Staunton, VA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
190 ft
Cost / Foot
$26–$62
Total Project
$7,980
vs. National Avg
6% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Staunton, VA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,600–$6,200 | $7,400–$11,000 | $9,000 |
| 150 ft | $3,900–$9,300 | $9,100–$14,500 | $11,500 |
| 200 ft | $5,200–$12,400 | $10,800–$18,000 | $14,000 |
| 300 ft | $7,800–$18,600 | $14,200–$25,000 | $19,000 |
| 400 ft | $10,400–$24,800 | $17,600–$32,000 | $24,000 |
| 500 ft | $13,000–$31,000 | $21,000–$39,000 | $29,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Staunton area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Staunton, VA
Augusta County Shenandoah Valley with Ordovician Beekmantown Group dolomite and Cambrian Conococheague Formation; productive karst aquifer
The average residential well in Staunton is 190 feet deep and costs approximately $7,980 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $26 to $62 per foot, which is 6% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Staunton area is the Shenandoah Valley Carbonate Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Augusta County well permit; VA DEQ; $75-$150
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