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Tempe, AZ (85281): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 57 ADWR records · Maricopa County

96 ftmedian well depth
72 ft–111 fttypical depth range
53 ftmedian static water level
1,600 gpmmedian yield (5 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Tempe (85281), Arizona?

The median drilled well depth in and around Tempe (85281) is 96 ft, based on 38 wells with recorded depths in the state ADWR database. Half fall between 72 ft and 111 ft; 90% are shallower than 215 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Tempe (85281)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 96 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $2,400–$6,240; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $5,760–$9,600. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Tempe (85281)?

The median static water level is 53 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 40 ft–68 ft), from 34 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 0 50–100 ft 22 100–150 ft 7 150–200 ft 3 200–300 ft 4 300–400 ft 0 400–600 ft 1 600+ ft 1
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Method: medians computed from ADWR records (ADWR registered wells, excluding the 51,744 registrations the department has cancelled; depths 0-5,000 ft), grouped by ZIP from the recorded address. Cost estimate applies published per-foot ranges to the local median depth — full methodology & sources.