What to know about well drilling in Tacoma
Soil movement around Tacoma is usually modest, but local soil type still drives the right approach.
What affects well drilling cost in Tacoma
Beyond the local market, the same factors that drive well drilling cost everywhere apply in Tacoma:
- Well depth and local geology.
- Per-foot drilling rate and casing.
- Pump, pressure tank, and wiring.
- Plumbing to the house and permits.
Well Drilling cost by well depth in Tacoma
These figures are adjusted for Tacoma pricing (about 1.18x the national average), so they reflect what local homeowners actually pay.
| Well depth | Typical cost in Tacoma | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shallow (under 100 ft) | $3,550 to $10,600 | installed |
| Average (100 to 300 ft) | $5,900 to $17,700 | The baseline. |
| Deep (300 to 500 ft) | $9,450 to $28,300 | installed |
| Very deep (500 ft+) | $13,000 to $38,900 | installed |