Tyler, TX Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
220 ft
Cost / Foot
$25–$55
Total Project
$8,360
vs. National Avg
11% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Tyler, TX Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,500–$5,500 | $7,300–$10,300 | $8,600 |
| 150 ft | $3,750–$8,250 | $8,950–$13,450 | $10,900 |
| 200 ft | $5,000–$11,000 | $10,600–$16,600 | $13,200 |
| 300 ft | $7,500–$16,500 | $13,900–$22,900 | $17,800 |
| 400 ft | $10,000–$22,000 | $17,200–$29,200 | $22,400 |
| 500 ft | $12,500–$27,500 | $20,500–$35,500 | $27,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Tyler area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Tyler, TX
Upper East Texas with Carrizo-Wilcox aquifer overlain by Reklaw and Queen City formations. Tyler's larger metro area has more drilling contractors competing for residential work. Some areas have shallow water tables (50-100 ft) while others require 300+ ft wells depending on elevation and proximity to the Sabine River basin.
The average residential well in Tyler is 220 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 $25 to $55 per foot, which is 11% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Tyler area is the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Smith County; no active GCD; TCEQ registration; $100-$150. Tyler city limits may have additional connection requirements for properties with municipal water access.
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