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ZIP 98229, Whatcom County: well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 107 Ecology records · Whatcom County

120 ftmedian well depth
62 ft–204 fttypical depth range
10 ftmedian static water level
10 gpmmedian yield (30 tests)

How deep are wells in ZIP 98229, Washington?

The median drilled well depth in ZIP 98229 is 120 ft, based on 107 wells with recorded depths in the state Ecology database. Half fall between 62 ft and 204 ft; 90% are shallower than 316 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in ZIP 98229?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 135 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $3,375–$8,775; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $8,100–$13,500. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

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What is the static water level in ZIP 98229?

The median static water level is 10 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 8 ft–41 ft), from 29 measurements.

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Drilled depth distribution

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Part of Whatcom County well records.

Method: medians computed from Ecology records (water wells only — soil/environmental borings and decommissions 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.