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Idaho Deer — Unit 16-1X (16-1X)
Idaho Deer Unit 16-1X (16-1X) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
82%
↑Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
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Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
149
Tags Available
181
Applicants
Data source: Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) Hunt Planner — Drawing Odds API · Last updated 2026-06-09 · ✓ Verified
Controlled — Historical Draw Data
1st Drawing
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 181 | 149 | 82% | — |
| 2024 | 344 | 148 | 43% | — |
| 2023 | 245 | 148 | 60% | — |
| 2022 | 125 | 125 | 100% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | 100% | — |
| 2024 | 6 | 2 | 33% | — |
| 2023 | 4 | 2 | 50% | — |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 100% | — |
2nd Drawing
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 32 | 10 | 31% | — |
| 2024 | 98 | 21 | 21% | — |
| 2023 | 52 | 10 | 19% | — |
| 2022 | 18 | 18 | 100% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 1 | 100% | — |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | 0% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Idaho Deer Unit 16-1X?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 82% (2025). There were 181 applicants for 149 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Idaho Deer Unit 16-1X?
Idaho uses a random draw for this tag — there is no minimum point requirement. Any licensed hunter can apply. Applicants who have accumulated more bonus points receive additional draw entries, which improves their odds, but zero-point applicants can still draw.
Is the competition increasing for Idaho Deer Unit 16-1X?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be decreasing or stable. Draw odds were 43% in 2024 and 82% in 2025.
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