Maine · 2026 pricing
Well drilling cost in Maine
A 200ft well in clay/loam with submersible pump in Maine: $8,905–$18,720 · state cost factor 1.30× (driven heavily by local geology + licensing density).
Well Drilling Cost Calculator
Estimated cost
$7,360–$15,180
Typical: $11,270 · state factor 1.15×
Line items
- Drilling$6,900
- Casing — PVC plastic$2,760
- Pump — Submersible (recommended)$1,610
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Estimates are educational — actual quotes from local pros may differ based on site conditions, permits, and seasonal demand.
Why Maine drilling runs above the US average
Well drilling pricing in Maine reflects three regional factors: geological difficulty (rocky Northeast and Mountain West charge premium per-foot rates), licensed driller density, and permit / water-test requirements. The 1.30× factor is calibrated from state geological survey data and 2025 HomeAdvisor cost reports. For best results, get 2-3 quotes from drillers certified by the National Ground Water Association (NGWA).
Local market in Maine
Maine has the highest per-capita well-drilling demand in New England — granite bedrock + rural population density means most residential properties outside Portland and Bangor rely on private wells. 40+ NGWA-certified drillers statewide. Expect 4-8 week scheduling at most firms during the May-September peak season; off-season drilling (October-April) is often 10-15% cheaper.
Permits, code, and licensing in Maine
Maine DEP regulates well drilling under 38 MRSA Chapter 4-A. State-licensed well driller is mandatory; the license must be displayed on the rig. Permit fee $50-$150 typical. Drilling depth is reported to the state — Maine's well log database has 200,000+ historical wells and is publicly searchable for depth-to-water estimates.
Top metros in Maine
Strongest demand and contractor density: Portland, Bangor, Lewiston, Augusta, Auburn.