Georgia Water Well
Drilling Cost
The average residential well in Georgia is 200 feet deep and costs $8,000 in 2026. Drilling rates range from $27 to $58 per foot, with total project costs varying based on depth, geology, and pump system.
Avg. Well Depth
200 ft
Cost / Foot
$27–$58
Total Project
$8,000
vs. National
Near average
Georgia Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,700–$5,800 | $7,500–$10,600 | $8,800 |
| 150 ft | $4,050–$8,700 | $9,250–$13,900 | $11,200 |
| 200 ft | $5,400–$11,600 | $11,000–$17,200 | $13,600 |
| 300 ft | $8,100–$17,400 | $14,500–$23,800 | $18,400 |
| 400 ft | $10,800–$23,200 | $18,000–$30,400 | $23,200 |
| 500 ft | $13,500–$29,000 | $21,500–$37,000 | $28,000 |
*Drilling only = drilling labor per foot. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Costs are Georgia estimates for 2026.
Georgia Well System Component Costs
| Service | Low | High | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Well Casing — PVC (200 ft) | $1,200 | $2,200 | $1,600 |
| Well Casing — Steel (200 ft) | $6,000 | $26,000 | $13,000 |
| Submersible Pump | $300 | $2,000 | $1,000 |
| Pressure Tank | $500 | $2,000 | $1,100 |
| Electrical Hookup | $1,000 | $3,000 | $1,800 |
| Permits | $100 | $350 | Varies |
| Water Quality Testing | $50 | $500 | $200 |
*Component costs based on Georgia average well depth of 200 ft. Steel casing is typically required for bedrock wells; PVC is used in unconsolidated formations.
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Georgia Geology & Aquifers
Georgia spans two distinct geologic provinces: the Piedmont and Blue Ridge in the north with crystalline igneous and metamorphic rock requiring fracture-dependent wells, and the Coastal Plain in the south with productive sand and gravel aquifers in unconsolidated sediments.
Understanding your local geology is important because rock type directly affects drilling cost. Hard crystalline rock (granite, gneiss) costs more to penetrate than soft sedimentary formations (sandstone, limestone) or unconsolidated deposits (sand, gravel). Your well driller can estimate costs based on nearby well logs.
Primary Aquifer
Floridan Aquifer (south) / Crystalline Rock Aquifers (Piedmont)
Water table depth: 30-100 feet in the Coastal Plain; 80-400 feet in the Piedmont region where wells tap fractures
Best Drilling Season
Year-round in southern Georgia; March through November preferred in the northern mountains
Population on well water: Approximately 18% of Georgia households use private wells, with the highest concentrations in the rural Piedmont and mountain counties
Why Well Depth Varies in Georgia
Wells in Georgia range from 60 to 500 feet deep. The wide range is driven by regional differences in geology, water table depth, and aquifer type. A well in one part of the state may cost significantly more or less than another area just 50 miles away.
60 ft
Shallowest typical wells
Usually in areas with high water tables, sandy soils, or alluvial aquifers near rivers
200 ft
State average depth
Typical residential well for most Georgia locations
500 ft
Deepest typical wells
Usually in arid areas, mountain terrain, or where shallow aquifers are depleted
Georgia Well Drilling Permits & Regulations
Georgia requires water well contractors to be licensed by the Georgia Water Well Standards Advisory Council. Homeowner drilling is allowed only on the homeowner's own property for domestic use.
Permit Authority
- Authority
- Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD); county health departments handle residential permits
- Permit Cost
- $100-$350
Water Rights
- Doctrine
- Reasonable Use (with a permitting system for large agricultural withdrawals in certain counties)
Well Water Quality in Georgia
Well water quality in Georgia varies by location and aquifer type. Testing your water at least annually is recommended, and a comprehensive test should be done before using a new well.
Common Water Quality Issues
iron
Treatment: iron filter or oxidation system
manganese
Treatment: oxidation filter or greensand system
tannins
Treatment: anion exchange or activated carbon filter
hardness
Treatment: water softener
radon in Piedmont granite
Treatment: aeration or granular activated carbon system
Testing Recommendations
- Before first use: Full panel including bacteria, nitrates, pH, and state-specific contaminants ($150–$500)
- Annually: Bacteria (coliform) and nitrate testing at minimum ($50–$100)
- After flooding or repairs: Bacteria test to confirm well integrity ($25–$50)
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Well Drilling Costs by City in Georgia
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