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What a new well pump costs

National ranges from 2026 cost guides, what moves the price, and how to read a quote. Your local price can be higher or lower.

Updated October 2026

Typical installed cost for a replacement pump

$900 – $2,500

That's the range This Old House reports for most replacements, including the pump and installation. Deep wells, larger pumps and extra parts push it higher.

Cost by pump type

Pump typeTypical useInstalled
Shallow-well jet pumpWells about 25 feet deep or less, pump sits above ground$400 – $1,400
Deep-well jet pumpDeeper wells, pump above ground with a jet down the well$500 – $1,400
Submersible pumpThe most common type, sits down in the well$1,000 – $2,500
Constant-pressure pumpVariable-speed pump that keeps pressure steady$2,000 – $5,000
Ranges from American Home Shield survey data, February 2026.

What makes a quote higher

  • Well depth. A deeper pump means more pipe and wire to pull, and often a truck-mounted pump hoist.
  • Pump size. Larger homes and higher water demand need more horsepower.
  • Extra parts. The drop pipe, wire, pressure tank or control box may need replacing at the same time.
  • Access. A well that's hard to reach, buried or in rough ground takes longer.
  • Emergency timing. Nights, weekends and holidays usually cost more.

Questions to ask before you say yes

  • Has the problem been tested, or is replacement a guess? A pressure switch or control box costs far less than a pump.
  • Does the quote list the pump model, horsepower and depth?
  • Are pipe, wire and a new tank included, or extra if needed?
  • What warranty comes with the pump and with the labor?

Not sure the pump is the problem? Start with the no-water diagnosis.

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