Utah Water Wells

Water Wells in Salt Lake City, Utah

Drilling cost and typical depth for residential water wells in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County.

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

300 ft
Typical depth
$40,500
Typical cost
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About wells in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City sits in Salt Lake County. Domestic wells in this area typically complete around 300 feet, with site-to-site variation of about ±20%.

Local hydrogeology: The primary water-bearing formation here is the Salt Lake Valley principal aquifer. Salt Lake County wells reach a productive principal aquifer at 200-600 ft. Most residential properties are on city water; new domestic wells are uncommon and usually on larger benchland or unincorporated lots.

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

Other cities in Salt Lake County

West Jordan
280 ft typical · 11 mi
Sandy
350 ft typical · 14 mi
Draper
350 ft typical · 17 mi
Herriman
350 ft typical · 19 mi

FAQ

How much does a water well cost in Salt Lake City?

Domestic wells in Salt Lake City typically cost about $40,500 at the local ~300 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 Salt Lake City?

Most domestic wells around Salt Lake City hit good water at around 300 ft, though depth varies block-by-block. The calculator pulls your specific neighbors' completion depths.

Who can drill a well in Salt Lake City?

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