Cost by State

Well Drilling Cost in Minnesota

Minnesota has abundant groundwater from thick glacial deposits across much of the state. The Twin Cities metropolitan area has deep sandstone aquifers while greater Minnesota typically has shallower glacial wells.

Average Total Cost

$7,000 – $15,000

Cost Per Foot

$22 – $50

Average Depth

80 – 300 ft

Regulator

Minnesota MDH

Minnesota Well Costs by Region

Central and southern MN (glacial drift): 80–200 feet, productive sand and gravel, $22–$38/ft. Metro area: Often deeper at 200–400 feet tapping Jordan Sandstone, $32–$50/ft. Northern MN (Iron Range, Arrowhead): Crystalline rock (granite, greenstone) — harder, deeper, $35–$55/ft. Red River Valley (NW MN): Shallow glacial lake deposits, 50–120 feet.

Minnesota MDH Regulations

Minnesota water wells are regulated by the MDH (Department of Health) under Minnesota Statutes 103I. Licensed well contractor required. Well completion report required. Sealed well abandonment required for unused wells.

Common Questions

Minnesota residential wells typically cost $7,000–$15,000 installed. Most of greater Minnesota with glacial aquifers runs toward the lower end. Northern Minnesota hard rock areas and the metro sandstone aquifer run higher.

Yes. Minnesota requires unused or abandoned wells to be properly sealed by a licensed contractor to prevent groundwater contamination. MDH maintains records of all registered wells.