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Hobbs, NM (88241): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 1,038 OSE records · Lea County

130 ftmedian well depth
100 ft–180 fttypical depth range
52 ftmedian static water level
50 gpmmedian yield (341 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Hobbs (88241), New Mexico?

The median drilled well depth in and around Hobbs (88241) is 130 ft, based on 1,038 wells with recorded depths in the state OSE database. Half fall between 100 ft and 180 ft; 90% are shallower than 211 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Hobbs (88241)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 130 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $3,250–$8,450; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $7,800–$13,000. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Hobbs (88241)?

The median static water level is 52 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 40 ft–68 ft), from 835 measurements.

Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 38 50–100 ft 192 100–150 ft 376 150–200 ft 247 200–300 ft 182 300–400 ft 2 400–600 ft 0 600+ ft 1
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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.