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Independence, MS (38638): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 2,200 MDEQ + USGS records · Tate County

140 ftmedian well depth
125 ft–165 fttypical depth range
—median static water level
—median yield (— tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Independence (38638), Mississippi?

The median drilled well depth in and around Independence (38638) is 140 ft, based on 2,159 wells with recorded depths in the state MDEQ + USGS database. Half fall between 125 ft and 165 ft; 90% are shallower than 182 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Independence (38638)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 140 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $3,500–$9,100; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $8,400–$14,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Independence (38638)?

Few static water level measurements are recorded for this area.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 6 50–100 ft 91 100–150 ft 1,067 150–200 ft 877 200–300 ft 115 300–400 ft 1 400–600 ft 1 600+ ft 1
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Method: medians computed from MDEQ + USGS records (USGS NWIS groundwater inventory, water-supply wells only (monitoring wells, test holes and injection wells excluded), and only wells carrying a measured depth), grouped by ZIP from the recorded address. Cost estimate applies published per-foot ranges to the local median depth — full methodology & sources.