Bonner County, Idaho
Average Well Depth in Sandpoint, Idaho
Wells within 5 miles of Sandpoint were drilled to a median depth of 276 ft, and half were between 130 and 440 ft. After drilling, water typically stood about 28 ft below ground. The median well produced 10 gallons per minute. Based on 1,206 Idaho Department of Water Resources well records, updated October 2026.
Historical records within 5 miles of central Sandpoint, 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 Sandpoint getting deeper?
Wells drilled near Sandpoint in the 2020s have a median depth of 300 ft, 218 ft deeper than those from the 1960s (82 ft). Budget toward the upper end of the range.
| Decade drilled | Median depth | Wells |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 82 ft | 3 |
| 1970s | 125 ft | 5 |
| 1980s | 110 ft | 4 |
| 1990s | 217 ft | 4 |
| 2000s | 265 ft | 441 |
| 2010s | 180 ft | 388 |
| 2020s | 300 ft | 360 |
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Before you drill in Sandpoint
- 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 Bonner County.
- City water: inside Sandpoint 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.
Sandpoint well questions
How deep are wells in Sandpoint, Idaho?
Wells within 5 miles of Sandpoint have a median depth of 276 feet, and half were drilled between 130 and 440 feet, based on 1,206 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 Sandpoint?
For a typical 130–440 ft household well with a pump system, a rough planning range is $8,700 to $36,100, 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 Sandpoint?
19% of recorded wells within 5 miles of Sandpoint 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 Sandpoint?
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 Sandpoint 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 Sandpoint. Updated October 2026.