Draw Odds New Mexico · Mule Deer
New Mexico Mule Deer — Unit 4 (4)
New Mexico Mule Deer Unit 4 (4) draw odds, points required, and multi-year success rate trends. Plan your tag application with real data.
5.6%
↓Draw Odds (2025)
Resident
—
Open Draw
Bonus pts help odds
45
Tags Available
798
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 | 798 | 45 | 5.6% | — |
| 2024 | 781 | 45 | 5.8% | — |
| 2023 | 790 | 45 | 5.7% | — |
Rifle — Historical Draw Data
Draw
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 218 | 14 | 6.4% | — |
| 2024 | 227 | 14 | 6.2% | — |
| 2023 | 289 | 14 | 4.8% | — |
Archery — Historical Draw Data
Draw
Resident
| Year | Applicants | Tags | Odds % | Pts Req. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 51 | 9 | 17.6% | — |
| 2024 | 67 | 9 | 13.4% | — |
| 2023 | 55 | 10 | 18.2% | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the current draw odds for New Mexico Mule Deer Unit 4?
The most recent draw odds for this unit are approximately 5.6% (2025). There were 798 applicants for 45 available tags. This is an open draw — no minimum bonus points required.
How many preference/bonus points do I need for New Mexico Mule Deer Unit 4?
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 Mule Deer Unit 4?
Based on recent data, competition for this unit appears to be increasing. Draw odds were 17.6% in 2025 and 5.6% in 2025.
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