Waukesha, WI Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
250 ft
Cost / Foot
$26–$62
Total Project
$10,500
vs. National Avg
40% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Waukesha, WI 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 Waukesha area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Waukesha, WI
Southeastern Wisconsin with Silurian dolomite (Niagara) over deep Cambrian-Ordovician sandstone; some wells affected by radium in deep sandstone aquifer
The average residential well in Waukesha is 250 feet deep and costs approximately $10,500 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 40% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Waukesha area is the Silurian Dolomite / Cambrian-Ordovician Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Waukesha County well permit; WI DNR; $50-$100; radium in deep sandstone wells is a known concern
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