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Well Drilling Cost in Arkansas

Arkansas has distinct geological regions — the Ozark and Ouachita mountains in the north and west, and the Mississippi Alluvial Plain (Delta) in the east. Each has very different well characteristics.

Average Total Cost
$6,000 – $13,000
Cost Per Foot
$20 – $48
Average Depth
80 – 300 ft
Regulator
Arkansas ANRC
Arkansas Well Cost by Region
Ozark Mountains (NW AR): Limestone/dolomite aquifer, 100–250 feet, $28–$48/ft. Ouachita Mountains (west-central AR): Sandstone and shale, 150–350 feet, $30–$50/ft. Arkansas River Valley: Mixed, 100–200 feet. Delta/Alluvial Plain (eastern AR): Shallow alluvial aquifer, 50–100 feet, $20–$32/ft — very productive and affordable.
Arkansas Regulations
Arkansas wells are regulated by the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission (ANRC). Licensed drillers required. Well registration required within 60 days of completion. Minimum setbacks from contamination sources required.
Common Questions
Arkansas residential well costs range $6,000–$13,000 installed. Eastern Arkansas Delta wells are the most affordable due to shallow depth. Mountain region wells run higher.
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Important: Well drilling costs, depths, and regulations vary significantly within each state. This page provides general reference information only. Always get quotes from multiple licensed well contractors in your area and verify current state regulations before proceeding.