Kootenai County, Idaho
Average Well Depth in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Wells within 5 miles of Coeur d'Alene were drilled to a median depth of 329 ft, and half were between 220 and 530 ft. After drilling, water typically stood about 100 ft below ground. The median well produced 13 gallons per minute. Based on 1,054 Idaho Department of Water Resources well records, updated October 2026.
Historical records within 5 miles of central Coeur d'Alene, not a guarantee for any property. Only drilling confirms depth, water quality and yield. Disclaimer
How deep is my well going to be?
Depth changes from one street to the next. Check the wells closest to your exact address.
Are wells near Coeur d'Alene getting deeper?
Wells drilled near Coeur d'Alene in the 2020s have a median depth of 400 ft, 200 ft shallower than those from the 1980s (600 ft).
| Decade drilled | Median depth | Wells |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 600 ft | 3 |
| 1990s | 385 ft | 23 |
| 2000s | 300 ft | 488 |
| 2010s | 365 ft | 342 |
| 2020s | 400 ft | 196 |
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Before you drill in Coeur d'Alene
- Permit: a licensed Idaho driller files the drilling permit (a start card for a single-family home) with the Idaho Department of Water Resources.
- Health district: Panhandle Health District sets septic and well setback rules for Kootenai County.
- City water: inside Coeur d'Alene city limits, check whether you're required to connect to city water before planning a well.
- Buying land? The Premium Property Well Report adds nearby water quality, groundwater restrictions and a cost estimate for one property.
Coeur d'Alene well questions
How deep are wells in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho?
Wells within 5 miles of Coeur d'Alene have a median depth of 329 feet, and half were drilled between 220 and 530 feet, based on 1,054 Idaho Department of Water Resources well records. Depth varies by location, so look up your exact address.
How much does it cost to drill a well in Coeur d'Alene?
For a typical 220–530 ft household well with a pump system, a rough planning range is $11,900 to $42,700, based on Idaho averages of $28–65 per foot to drill, about $8 per foot for PVC casing and about $4,000 for the pump system. Basalt, steel casing or a long trench to the house cost more. Get a written quote from a licensed driller for a real price.
How deep is a shallow well near Coeur d'Alene?
3% of recorded wells within 5 miles of Coeur d'Alene are less than 100 feet deep. Shallow wells cost less to drill but are more exposed to surface contamination and seasonal water-level drops.
Do I need a permit to drill a well in Coeur d'Alene?
Yes. A licensed Idaho driller files a drilling permit (a start card for a single-family household well) with IDWR before drilling. Ask Panhandle Health District about septic setbacks, and check whether Coeur d'Alene requires a city water hookup inside city limits.
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Source: Idaho Department of Water Resources well records within 5 miles of central Coeur d'Alene. Updated October 2026.