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Idaho Deer — Unit 18X (18X)
Idaho Deer Unit 18X (18X) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
79%
↑Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
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Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
50
Tags Available
63
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 | 63 | 50 | 79% | — |
| 2024 | 38 | 10 | 26% | — |
| 2023 | 25 | 10 | 40% | — |
| 2022 | 27 | 10 | 37% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | 0% | — |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0% | — |
2nd Drawing
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 16 | 6 | 38% | — |
| 2024 | 13 | 2 | 15% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | 0% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for Idaho Deer Unit 18X?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 79% (2025). There were 63 applicants for 50 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for Idaho Deer Unit 18X?
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 18X?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be decreasing or stable. Draw odds were 26% in 2024 and 79% in 2025.
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