Butte, MT Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
200 ft
Cost / Foot
$30–$68
Total Project
$9,200
vs. National Avg
23% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Butte, MT Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,000–$6,800 | $7,800–$11,600 | $9,400 |
| 150 ft | $4,500–$10,200 | $9,700–$15,400 | $12,100 |
| 200 ft | $6,000–$13,600 | $11,600–$19,200 | $14,800 |
| 300 ft | $9,000–$20,400 | $15,400–$26,800 | $20,200 |
| 400 ft | $12,000–$27,200 | $19,200–$34,400 | $25,600 |
| 500 ft | $15,000–$34,000 | $23,000–$42,000 | $31,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Butte area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Butte, MT
Historic mining district with Boulder Batholith granite; mine-altered hydrogeology with potential for heavy metal contamination in some areas
The average residential well in Butte is 200 feet deep and costs approximately $9,200 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $30 to $68 per foot, which is 23% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Butte area is the Butte / Boulder Batholith Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Silver Bow County well permit; Montana DNRC; $125-$200; historic mining area requires thorough water quality testing
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