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Salem, OR (97312): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 81 OWRD records · Marion County

40 ftmedian well depth
31 ft–60 fttypical depth range
16 ftmedian static water level
21 gpmmedian yield (34 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Salem (97312), Oregon?

The median drilled well depth in and around Salem (97312) is 40 ft, based on 62 wells with recorded depths in the state OWRD database. Half fall between 31 ft and 60 ft; 90% are shallower than 132 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Salem (97312)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 40 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $1,000–$2,600; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $2,400–$4,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Salem (97312)?

The median static water level is 16 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 12 ft–26 ft), from 54 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 39 50–100 ft 14 100–150 ft 4 150–200 ft 1 200–300 ft 2 300–400 ft 2 400–600 ft 0 600+ ft 0
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Method: medians computed from OWRD records (water wells only (log type 'Water Well' — monitoring wells and geotechnical holes 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.