Hilo, HI Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
120 ft
Cost / Foot
$50–$110
Total Project
$9,000
vs. National Avg
20% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Hilo, HI Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $5,000–$11,000 | $9,800–$15,800 | $12,300 |
| 150 ft | $7,500–$16,500 | $12,700–$21,700 | $16,450 |
| 200 ft | $10,000–$22,000 | $15,600–$27,600 | $20,600 |
| 300 ft | $15,000–$33,000 | $21,400–$39,400 | $28,900 |
| 400 ft | $20,000–$44,000 | $27,200–$51,200 | $37,200 |
| 500 ft | $25,000–$55,000 | $33,000–$63,000 | $45,500 |
*Costs are estimates based on Hilo area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Hilo, HI
Young basaltic lava flows of Mauna Loa and Kilauea; highly permeable pahoehoe and aa flows create productive basal lens aquifer
The average residential well in Hilo is 120 feet deep and costs approximately $9,000 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $50 to $110 per foot, which is 20% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Hilo area is the Hilo Basal Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Hawaii County requires well permits through the Commission on Water Resource Management (CWRM); $200-$400
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