New Mexico Pronghorn Hunting Units & Draw Odds
43 units · 6.5% avg hunter success
New Mexico runs a random draw for pronghorn across 43 units, and nonresidents make up 22% of the tag allocation. Unlike point-based systems, you don't need to build preference points—every application has an equal shot. For 2026, nonresident applications close March 18, with results posted April 22; the tag fee is $423 and application fee is $13. The unit-by-unit data below shows recent draw success rates for zero-point hunters on rifle tags, giving you a clear picture of competition in each area. Use this to prioritize your applications and pick the units that match your odds tolerance and hunting preferences.
How the New Mexico Draw Works
Draw system
Pure random draw — every applicant has equal odds, no points.
Nonresident allocation: 22% of tags
2026 application window
— – Mar 18(nonresident)
Results: Apr 22
2026 fees (nonresident, regular)
$13 app · $423 tag
Easiest Pronghorn Draws for Nonresidents (2024 Results)
Point levels that drew with certainty, and the best documented zero-point hunts — actual draw results, per hunt.
100% at zero points · Rifle, Ant-1-231
60% at zero points · Rifle, Ant-1-244
52% at zero points · Rifle, Ant-1-260
39% at zero points · Rifle, Ant-1-253
33% at zero points · Rifle, Ant-1-242
18% at zero points · Rifle, Ant-1-117
15% at zero points · Rifle, Ant-1-111
15% at zero points · Rifle, Ant-1-139
13% at zero points · Archery, Ant-2-212
13% at zero points · Rifle, Ant-1-205
10% at zero points · Rifle, Ant-1-106
8.4% at zero points · Muzzleloader, Ant-3-232
| Unit | Drew with certainty at | Best zero-point hunt | Success | Public land |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 47 | — | 100%Rifle, Ant-1-231 | — | 26% |
| Unit 57 | — | 60%Rifle, Ant-1-244 | — | 17% |
| Unit 59 | — | 52%Rifle, Ant-1-260 | — | 25% |
| Unit 58 | — | 39%Rifle, Ant-1-253 | — | 21% |
| Unit 56 | — | 33%Rifle, Ant-1-242 | — | 22% |
| Unit 15 | — | 18%Rifle, Ant-1-117 | — | 80% |
| Unit 13 | — | 15%Rifle, Ant-1-111 | 13% | 69% |
| Unit 24 | — | 15%Rifle, Ant-1-139 | — | 64% |
| Unit 41 | — | 13%Archery, Ant-2-212 | — | 20% |
| Unit 39 | — | 13%Rifle, Ant-1-205 | — | 18% |
| Unit 12 | — | 10%Rifle, Ant-1-106 | 0% | 52% |
| Unit 50 | — | 8.4%Muzzleloader, Ant-3-232 | — | 79% |
All New Mexico Pronghorn Units
New Mexico Pronghorn Draw FAQ
Do I need preference points to draw a New Mexico pronghorn tag?
No. New Mexico's pronghorn draw is random, meaning every nonresident applicant competes on equal footing regardless of how many prior applications you've submitted. Your odds depend on the unit and the number of tags available, not accumulated points.
What are the 2026 application deadlines and fees for nonresidents?
Applications close March 18, 2026, and results post April 22, 2026. Nonresidents pay a $13 application fee and a $423 tag fee if drawn.
What are my odds of drawing a New Mexico pronghorn tag as a nonresident?
Odds vary significantly by unit. Recent zero-point success rates range from 32.6% in Unit 56 to 100.0% in Unit 47, based on 2022–2024 data. Competition and tag availability shift annually, so check the specific unit data to estimate your chances.
How does New Mexico's pronghorn draw work?
It's a random draw open to both residents and nonresidents. Nonresidents receive 22% of the available tags. After you apply by the March 18 deadline, the draw is conducted and results are released April 22. There's no preference point system—each application is weighted equally within its applicant pool.
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