Draw Odds New Mexico · Elk
New Mexico Elk — Unit 38 (38)
New Mexico Elk Unit 38 (38) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
10.3%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
—
Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
18
Tags Available
175
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 | 175 | 18 | 10.3% | — |
| 2024 | 144 | 18 | 12.5% | — |
| 2023 | 149 | 18 | 12.1% | — |
| 2022 | 125 | 18 | 14.4% | — |
| 2021 | 161 | 18 | 11.2% | — |
| 2020 | 146 | 18 | 12.3% | — |
Non-Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 20 | 0% | — |
| 2022 | 3 | 20 | 0% | — |
| 2021 | 1 | 20 | 0% | — |
| 2020 | 2 | 20 | 0% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for New Mexico Elk Unit 38?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 10.3% (2025). There were 175 applicants for 18 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 38?
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 38?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 12.1% in 2023 and 10.3% in 2025.
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