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Hobbs, NM (88240): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 2,311 OSE records · Lea County

150 ftmedian well depth
120 ft–200 fttypical depth range
65 ftmedian static water level
35 gpmmedian yield (927 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Hobbs (88240), New Mexico?

The median drilled well depth in and around Hobbs (88240) is 150 ft, based on 2,311 wells with recorded depths in the state OSE database. Half fall between 120 ft and 200 ft; 90% are shallower than 235 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Hobbs (88240)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 227 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $5,675–$14,755; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $13,620–$22,700. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Hobbs (88240)?

The median static water level is 65 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 53 ft–86 ft), from 1,917 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 12 50–100 ft 185 100–150 ft 866 150–200 ft 633 200–300 ft 595 300–400 ft 20 400–600 ft 0 600+ ft 0
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Method: medians computed from OSE records (OSE Points of Diversion filed as wells (a recorded drilled depth); surface diversions, ditches and acequias 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.