Hot Springs, SD Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
180 ft
Cost / Foot
$24–$55
Total Project
$6,840
vs. National Avg
9% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Hot Springs, SD Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,400–$5,500 | $7,200–$10,300 | $8,600 |
| 150 ft | $3,600–$8,250 | $8,800–$13,450 | $10,900 |
| 200 ft | $4,800–$11,000 | $10,400–$16,600 | $13,200 |
| 300 ft | $7,200–$16,500 | $13,600–$22,900 | $17,800 |
| 400 ft | $9,600–$22,000 | $16,800–$29,200 | $22,400 |
| 500 ft | $12,000–$27,500 | $20,000–$35,500 | $27,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Hot Springs area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Hot Springs, SD
Southern Black Hills with thermal springs from Madison Limestone; Fall River Formation sandstone also provides aquifer capacity
The average residential well in Hot Springs is 180 feet deep and costs approximately $6,840 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $24 to $55 per foot, which is 9% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Hot Springs area is the Madison Limestone / Fall River Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Fall River County well permit; SD DENR; $25-$50; thermal water available in some zones
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