Dover, DE Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
80 ft
Cost / Foot
$25–$55
Total Project
$3,040
vs. National Avg
59% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Dover, DE Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,500–$5,500 | $7,300–$10,300 | $8,600 |
| 150 ft | $3,750–$8,250 | $8,950–$13,450 | $10,900 |
| 200 ft | $5,000–$11,000 | $10,600–$16,600 | $13,200 |
| 300 ft | $7,500–$16,500 | $13,900–$22,900 | $17,800 |
| 400 ft | $10,000–$22,000 | $17,200–$29,200 | $22,400 |
| 500 ft | $12,500–$27,500 | $20,500–$35,500 | $27,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Dover area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Dover, DE
Atlantic Coastal Plain with Calvert and Cheswold formations; unconsolidated sand aquifers at moderate depth provide reliable supply
The average residential well in Dover is 80 feet deep and costs approximately $3,040 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $25 to $55 per foot, which is 59% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Dover area is the Cheswold / Piney Point Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Kent County requires well permits; Delaware DNREC oversight; $100-$150
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