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Waukesha, WI (53189): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 2,018 WI DNR records · Waukesha County

179 ftmedian well depth
142 ft–236 fttypical depth range
43 ftmedian static water level
20 gpmmedian yield (781 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Waukesha (53189), Wisconsin?

The median drilled well depth in and around Waukesha (53189) is 179 ft, based on 787 wells with recorded depths in the state WI DNR database. Half fall between 142 ft and 236 ft; 90% are shallower than 302 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Waukesha (53189)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 179 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $4,475–$11,635; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $10,740–$17,900. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Waukesha (53189)?

The median static water level is 43 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 25 ft–80 ft), from 784 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 18 50–100 ft 59 100–150 ft 193 150–200 ft 190 200–300 ft 244 300–400 ft 45 400–600 ft 9 600+ ft 29
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Method: medians computed from WI DNR records (drilled water wells (well-construction reports) — geothermal loop/heat-exchange, anode, test and dry holes excluded; 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.