Utah Water Wells

Water Wells in Payson, Utah

Drilling cost and typical depth for residential water wells in Payson, Utah County.

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

200 ft
Typical depth
$27,000
Typical cost
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About wells in Payson

Payson sits in Utah County. Domestic wells in this area typically complete around 200 feet, with site-to-site variation of about ±20%.

Local hydrogeology: The primary water-bearing formation here is the Utah Lake basin alluvial aquifer and underlying bedrock. Utah County water wells typically run 100-400 ft. North-county benches reach water in alluvial fan sediments at moderate depth; southern Goshen Valley taps a developed alluvial aquifer.

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

Other cities in Utah County

Salem
220 ft typical · 3 mi
Santaquin
250 ft typical · 6 mi
Spanish Fork
200 ft typical · 6 mi
Provo
180 ft typical · 14 mi
Alpine
280 ft typical · 29 mi
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FAQ

How much does a water well cost in Payson?

Domestic wells in Payson typically cost about $27,000 at the local ~200 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 Payson?

Most domestic wells around Payson hit good water at around 200 ft, though depth varies block-by-block. The calculator pulls your specific neighbors' completion depths.

Who can drill a well in Payson?

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