Chatham, MA Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
70 ft
Cost / Foot
$34–$76
Total Project
$3,640
vs. National Avg
51% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Chatham, MA Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,400–$7,600 | $8,200–$12,400 | $10,000 |
| 150 ft | $5,100–$11,400 | $10,300–$16,600 | $13,000 |
| 200 ft | $6,800–$15,200 | $12,400–$20,800 | $16,000 |
| 300 ft | $10,200–$22,800 | $16,600–$29,200 | $22,000 |
| 400 ft | $13,600–$30,400 | $20,800–$37,600 | $28,000 |
| 500 ft | $17,000–$38,000 | $25,000–$46,000 | $34,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Chatham area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Chatham, MA
Outer Cape glacial moraine and outwash; narrow freshwater lens between Nantucket Sound and Atlantic requires careful well placement
The average residential well in Chatham is 70 feet deep and costs approximately $3,640 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $34 to $76 per foot, which is 51% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Chatham area is the Cape Cod Aquifer (EPA Sole Source). Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Chatham Board of Health well permit; MA DEP; $100-$200; saltwater intrusion risk on narrow peninsula
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