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Milwaukee, WI (53215): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 126 WI DNR records · Milwaukee County

1,727 ftmedian well depth
1,193 ft–1,758 fttypical depth range
78 ftmedian static water level
23 gpmmedian yield (2 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Milwaukee (53215), Wisconsin?

The median drilled well depth in and around Milwaukee (53215) is 1,727 ft, based on 9 wells with recorded depths in the state WI DNR database. Half fall between 1,193 ft and 1,758 ft; 90% are shallower than 1,895 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Milwaukee (53215)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 1,727 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $43,175–$112,255; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $103,620–$172,700. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Milwaukee (53215)?

The median static water level is 78 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 49 ft–106 ft), from 2 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 0 50–100 ft 0 100–150 ft 0 150–200 ft 0 200–300 ft 1 300–400 ft 0 400–600 ft 1 600+ ft 7
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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.