Draw Odds New Mexico · Elk
New Mexico Elk — Unit 16B/22 (16B/22)
New Mexico Elk Unit 16B/22 (16B/22) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
25%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
—
Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
190
Tags Available
760
Applicants
Data source: New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF) - Official Drawing Odds Summary Reports · Last updated 2026-04-14 · ✓ Verified
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Draw
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 760 | 190 | 25% | — |
| 2024 | 728 | 190 | 26.1% | — |
| 2023 | 704 | 190 | 27% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 402 | 13 | 3.2% | — |
| 2024 | 384 | 13 | 3.4% | — |
| 2023 | 463 | 13 | 2.8% | — |
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Draw
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 361 | 328 | 90.9% | — |
| 2024 | 389 | 328 | 84.3% | — |
| 2023 | 408 | 328 | 80.4% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 475 | 24 | 5.1% | — |
| 2024 | 471 | 24 | 5.1% | — |
| 2023 | 463 | 24 | 5.2% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for New Mexico Elk Unit 16B/22?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 25% (2025). There were 760 applicants for 190 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for New Mexico Elk Unit 16B/22?
New Mexico 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 New Mexico Elk Unit 16B/22?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 26.1% in 2024 and 25% in 2025.
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