Whitefish, MT Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
90 ft
Cost / Foot
$30–$66
Total Project
$3,960
vs. National Avg
47% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Whitefish, MT Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,000–$6,600 | $7,800–$11,400 | $9,200 |
| 150 ft | $4,500–$9,900 | $9,700–$15,100 | $11,800 |
| 200 ft | $6,000–$13,200 | $11,600–$18,800 | $14,400 |
| 300 ft | $9,000–$19,800 | $15,400–$26,200 | $19,600 |
| 400 ft | $12,000–$26,400 | $19,200–$33,600 | $24,800 |
| 500 ft | $15,000–$33,000 | $23,000–$41,000 | $30,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Whitefish area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Whitefish, MT
Whitefish Lake area glacial deposits; sand and gravel outwash from Glacier National Park region; shallow productive aquifer
The average residential well in Whitefish is 90 feet deep and costs approximately $3,960 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $30 to $66 per foot, which is 47% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Whitefish area is the Flathead Valley / Whitefish Glacial Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Flathead County well permit; Montana DNRC; $125-$200
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