Madison County, Idaho
Average Well Depth in Rexburg, Idaho
Wells within 5 miles of Rexburg were drilled to a median depth of 98 ft, and half were between 80 and 120 ft. After drilling, water typically stood about 22 ft below ground. The median well produced 25 gallons per minute. Based on 1,931 Idaho Department of Water Resources well records, updated October 2026.
Historical records within 5 miles of central Rexburg, 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 Rexburg getting deeper?
Wells drilled near Rexburg in the 9990s have a median depth of 80 ft, 85 ft shallower than those from the 1950s (165 ft).
| Decade drilled | Median depth | Wells |
|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 165 ft | 6 |
| 1960s | 91 ft | 79 |
| 1970s | 69 ft | 346 |
| 1980s | 71 ft | 106 |
| 1990s | 82 ft | 4 |
| 2000s | 100 ft | 558 |
| 2010s | 100 ft | 448 |
| 2020s | 110 ft | 380 |
| 9990s | 80 ft | 4 |
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Before you drill in Rexburg
- 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: Eastern Idaho Public Health sets septic and well setback rules for Madison County.
- City water: inside Rexburg 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.
Rexburg well questions
How deep are wells in Rexburg, Idaho?
Wells within 5 miles of Rexburg have a median depth of 98 feet, and half were drilled between 80 and 120 feet, based on 1,931 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 Rexburg?
For a typical 80–120 ft household well with a pump system, a rough planning range is $6,900 to $12,800, 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 Rexburg?
52% of recorded wells within 5 miles of Rexburg 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 Rexburg?
Yes. A licensed Idaho driller files a drilling permit (a start card for a single-family household well) with IDWR before drilling. Ask Eastern Idaho Public Health about septic setbacks, and check whether Rexburg requires a city water hookup inside city limits.
Well depth in nearby Idaho cities
Source: Idaho Department of Water Resources well records within 5 miles of central Rexburg. Updated October 2026.