Santa Fe, NM Well
Drilling Cost
Avg. Depth
350 ft
Cost / Foot
$30–$68
Total Project
$15,750
vs. National Avg
110% above avg.
the $7,500 national avg.
Santa Fe, NM Well Drilling Cost by Depth
| Well Depth | Drilling Only | Complete System | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 ft | $3,000–$6,800 | $7,800–$11,600 | $9,300 |
| 150 ft | $4,500–$10,200 | $9,700–$15,400 | $11,950 |
| 200 ft | $6,000–$13,600 | $11,600–$19,200 | $14,600 |
| 300 ft | $9,000–$20,400 | $15,400–$26,800 | $19,900 |
| 400 ft | $12,000–$27,200 | $19,200–$34,400 | $25,200 |
| 500 ft | $15,000–$34,000 | $23,000–$42,000 | $30,500 |
*Costs are estimates based on Santa Fe area rates for 2026. Complete system includes casing, pump, pressure tank, electrical, and permits. Actual prices vary by property.
Well Drilling in Santa Fe, NM
Santa Fe Basin with Tertiary Tesuque Formation alluvial fan deposits; complex faulting creates compartmentalized aquifer zones at varying depths
The average residential well in Santa Fe is 350 feet deep and costs approximately $15,750 for a complete system including drilling, casing, pump, and pressure tank. Drilling rates in the area range from $30 to $68 per foot, which is 110% above the national average of $7,500.
The primary aquifer serving the Santa Fe area is the Tesuque / Santa Fe Group Aquifer. Well depths can vary significantly depending on your specific property location and proximity to the aquifer.
Permits & Regulations
Santa Fe County well permit; NM Office of State Engineer (OSE); $200-$400; water rights transfer often required
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