Morgantown, WV Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
150 ft
Cost / Foot
$22–$52
Total Project
$5,400
vs. National Avg
28% below avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Morgantown, WV Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $2,200–$5,200 | $7,000–$10,000 | $8,400 |
| 150 ft | $3,300–$7,800 | $8,500–$13,000 | $10,600 |
| 200 ft | $4,400–$10,400 | $10,000–$16,000 | $12,800 |
| 300 ft | $6,600–$15,600 | $13,000–$22,000 | $17,200 |
| 400 ft | $8,800–$20,800 | $16,000–$28,000 | $21,600 |
| 500 ft | $11,000–$26,000 | $19,000–$34,000 | $26,000 |
*Costs are estimates based on Morgantown area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Morgantown, WV
Monongahela River valley with Monongahela Group limestone and Dunkard Group sandstone; some coal-mine impacted areas require careful siting
The average residential well in Morgantown is 150 feet deep and costs approximately $5,400 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 28% below the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Morgantown area is the Monongahela / Dunkard Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Monongalia County well permit; WV DEP; $25-$50; Marcellus Shale region — baseline water testing recommended
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