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Indianapolis, IN (46221): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 612 IDNR records · Marion County

68 ftmedian well depth
48 ft–95 fttypical depth range
21 ftmedian static water level
20 gpmmedian yield (384 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Indianapolis (46221), Indiana?

The median drilled well depth in and around Indianapolis (46221) is 68 ft, based on 550 wells with recorded depths in the state IDNR database. Half fall between 48 ft and 95 ft; 90% are shallower than 115 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Indianapolis (46221)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 68 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $1,700–$4,420; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $4,080–$6,800. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Indianapolis (46221)?

The median static water level is 21 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 15 ft–30 ft), from 431 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 139 50–100 ft 282 100–150 ft 104 150–200 ft 5 200–300 ft 5 300–400 ft 3 400–600 ft 10 600+ ft 2
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Method: medians computed from IDNR records (filed water-well records from the Indiana DNR Division of Water (the public dataset carries no well-use code, so all records are included); 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.