Yakima, WA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
180 ft
Cost / Foot
$26–$58
Total Project
$7,200
vs. National Avg
Near average
the $7,500 national avg.
Yakima, WA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,600–$5,800 | $7,400–$10,600 | $8,800 |
| 150 ft | $3,900–$8,700 | $9,100–$13,900 | $11,200 |
| 200 ft | $5,200–$11,600 | $10,800–$17,200 | $13,600 |
| 300 ft | $7,800–$17,400 | $14,200–$23,800 | $18,400 |
| 400 ft | $10,400–$23,200 | $17,600–$30,400 | $23,200 |
| 500 ft | $13,000–$29,000 | $21,000–$37,000 | $28,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Yakima area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Yakima, WA
Yakima Valley with Columbia River Basalt Group covered by alluvial deposits; basalt interflow zones provide productive aquifer layers
The average residential well in Yakima is 180 feet deep and costs approximately $7,200 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $26 to $58 per foot, which is near the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Yakima area is the Yakima Basin / Columbia River Basalt Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Yakima County well permit; Washington Dept of Ecology; $150-$300; water rights adjudication in progress
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