Elmore County, Idaho
Average Well Depth in Mountain Home, Idaho
Wells within 5 miles of Mountain Home were drilled to a median depth of 161 ft, and half were between 130 and 190 ft. After drilling, water typically stood about 43 ft below ground. The median well produced 20 gallons per minute. Based on 293 Idaho Department of Water Resources well records, updated October 2026.
Historical records within 5 miles of central Mountain Home, 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 Mountain Home getting deeper?
Wells drilled near Mountain Home in the 2020s have a median depth of 180 ft, 38 ft deeper than those from the 1970s (142 ft). Budget toward the upper end of the range.
| Decade drilled | Median depth | Wells |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 142 ft | 33 |
| 1980s | 150 ft | 49 |
| 1990s | 162 ft | 49 |
| 2000s | 160 ft | 57 |
| 2010s | 167 ft | 59 |
| 2020s | 180 ft | 46 |
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Before you drill in Mountain Home
- 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: Central District Health sets septic and well setback rules for Elmore County.
- City water: inside Mountain Home 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.
Mountain Home well questions
How deep are wells in Mountain Home, Idaho?
Wells within 5 miles of Mountain Home have a median depth of 161 feet, and half were drilled between 130 and 190 feet, based on 293 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 Mountain Home?
For a typical 130–190 ft household well with a pump system, a rough planning range is $8,700 to $17,900, 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 Mountain Home?
3% of recorded wells within 5 miles of Mountain Home 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 Mountain Home?
Yes. A licensed Idaho driller files a drilling permit (a start card for a single-family household well) with IDWR before drilling. Ask Central District Health about septic setbacks, and check whether Mountain Home 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 Mountain Home. Updated October 2026.