Bakersfield, CA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
200 ft
Cost / Foot
$35–$78
Total Project
$10,400
vs. National Avg
39% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Bakersfield, CA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,500–$7,800 | $8,300–$12,600 | $10,000 |
| 150 ft | $5,250–$11,700 | $10,450–$16,900 | $13,000 |
| 200 ft | $7,000–$15,600 | $12,600–$21,200 | $16,000 |
| 300 ft | $10,500–$23,400 | $16,900–$29,800 | $22,000 |
| 400 ft | $14,000–$31,200 | $21,200–$38,400 | $28,000 |
| 500 ft | $17,500–$39,000 | $25,500–$47,000 | $34,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Bakersfield area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Bakersfield, CA
Southern San Joaquin Valley alluvial fan deposits; deeper wells needed due to declining water tables from agricultural pumping
The average residential well in Bakersfield is 200 feet deep and costs approximately $10,400 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $35 to $78 per foot, which is 39% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Bakersfield area is the Kern County Subbasin Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Kern County Environmental Health well permit; $400-$600; SGMA sustainability requirements
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