Dayton, TN Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
190 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$52
Total Project
$6,650
vs. National Avg
11% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Dayton, TN Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,200–$5,200 | $7,000–$10,000 | $8,300 |
| 150 ft | $3,300–$7,800 | $8,500–$13,000 | $10,450 |
| 200 ft | $4,400–$10,400 | $10,000–$16,000 | $12,600 |
| 300 ft | $6,600–$15,600 | $13,000–$22,000 | $16,900 |
| 400 ft | $8,800–$20,800 | $16,000–$28,000 | $21,200 |
| 500 ft | $11,000–$26,000 | $19,000–$34,000 | $25,500 |
*Costs are estimates based on Dayton area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Dayton, TN
Rhea County Sequatchie Valley with Ordovician and Cambrian limestone; Walden Ridge escarpment rises to the west with different geology
The average residential well in Dayton is 190 feet deep and costs approximately $6,650 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $22 to $52 per foot, which is 11% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Dayton area is the Sequatchie Valley / Ordovician-Cambrian Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Rhea County well permit; TN TDEC; $50-$75
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