Alpena, MI Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
120 ft
Cost / Foot
$24–$56
Total Project
$4,560
vs. National Avg
39% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Alpena, MI Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,400–$5,600 | $7,200–$10,400 | $8,600 |
| 150 ft | $3,600–$8,400 | $8,800–$13,600 | $10,900 |
| 200 ft | $4,800–$11,200 | $10,400–$16,800 | $13,200 |
| 300 ft | $7,200–$16,800 | $13,600–$23,200 | $17,800 |
| 400 ft | $9,600–$22,400 | $16,800–$29,600 | $22,400 |
| 500 ft | $12,000–$28,000 | $20,000–$36,000 | $27,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Alpena area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Alpena, MI
Thunder Bay shoreline with thin glacial drift over Devonian limestone; bedrock wells in Alpena Limestone are common; karst features present
The average residential well in Alpena is 120 feet deep and costs approximately $4,560 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $24 to $56 per foot, which is 39% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Alpena area is the Devonian Limestone / Thunder Bay Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Alpena County well permit; Michigan EGLE; $50-$100; sinkholes in area require careful well siting
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