Water Wells in Layton, Utah

Q: Who can drill a well in Layton?

Any licensed Utah Well Driller can drill in Layton. All work must comply with Utah Administrative Rule R655-4.

Drilling cost and typical depth for residential water wells in Layton, Davis County.

Updated 2026-05-11 · By Utah Water Wells — based on real driller-submitted logs from the Utah Division of Water Rights.

250 ft

Typical depth

$33,750

Typical cost

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About wells in Layton

Layton sits in Davis County. Domestic wells in this area typically complete around 250 feet, with site-to-site variation of about ±20%.

Local hydrogeology: The primary water-bearing formation here is the East Shore alluvial aquifer. Davis County is largely on municipal water but bench and east-side lots sometimes drill domestic wells reaching 150-400 ft into the East Shore aquifer system.

For more on this region, see our depth-by-county guide and the Davis County page.

Other cities in Davis County

Kaysville

250 ft typical · 2 mi

Farmington

240 ft typical · 7 mi

Bountiful

220 ft typical · 13 mi

FAQ

How much does a water well cost in Layton?

Domestic wells in Layton typically cost about $33,750 at the local ~250 ft typical depth and the 2026 rate of $135 per foot. Use the calculator with your address for a precise estimate.

How deep are wells in Layton?

Most domestic wells around Layton hit good water at around 250 ft, though depth varies block-by-block. The calculator pulls your specific neighbors' completion depths.

Who can drill a well in Layton?

Any licensed Utah Well Driller can drill in Layton. We route leads to a partner driller serving the county. All work must comply with Utah Administrative Rule R655-4.