How much does water well drilling cost in Modesto?

Most Modesto projects land between $5,000 – $13,000, with an average near $9,000. Local crews quote roughly $25 – $65 per foot.

What is included in the Modesto price per foot?

Typically materials, labor and cleanup. Permits, disposal and access challenges are usually quoted separately.

Unit pricing

Modesto water well drilling pricing per foot

Water Well Drilling cost per foot in Modesto, California in 2026.

Low

$5,000

Average

$9,000

High

$13,000

Modesto crews quote about $25 – $65 per foot.

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What drives water well drilling prices in Modesto

Local labor, permitting and climate move Modesto prices away from the national average.

Labor market

Modesto labor rates sit close to the national average.

Permits

City permits apply to structural, roofing and fence work.

Climate

Valley heat drives cooling loads in summer.

Modesto unit pricing by material

Shallow well$28 – $38

Standard drilled well$38 – $50

Deep rock well$50 – $65

Deep well with treatment system$65 – $90

Ways to lower your Modesto price

Ask neighbors how deep their wells are before budgeting.
Bundle pump, tank and wiring with the drilling contract for one mobilization.
Collect three written bids on an identical scope — spreads of 20–40% are normal.
Book in the off-season and stay flexible on the start date to save 5–15%.
Bundle nearby work into one mobilization so you only pay setup and travel once.
Ask what the contractor would change to cut 10% without hurting durability.

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