You can get 13 free channels in ZIP 42501 (Somerset, KY)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 42501 · 1 channels have a Strong indoor-ready signal.
Outdoor Rooftop Directional Antenna
Signals here are mostly distant or weak. A rooftop directional antenna (with a mast preamp) gives you the best shot at reliable HD.
🧭 Broadcast Tower Compass — Which Way to Point Your Antenna
Each dot is a local TV tower relative to your center point (● Green = Strong, ● Blue = Moderate, ● Amber = Weak).
Primary Aim Direction: WNW (291°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing WNW (291°), or aim your attic/rooftop antenna toward that compass bearing for the strongest signal lock.
After placing or moving your antenna, always run a fresh TV channel rescan.
Channel Lineup & Tower Directions for ZIP 42501
Sorted with Strong signals and major broadcast networks first. Channel is the virtual channel number your TV displays; Band / RF Ch. is the actual radio frequency that determines whether you need a VHF-capable antenna. How we calculate signals.
| Channel | Network | Station | Distance | Point Antenna | Band / RF Ch. | Estimated Signal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | PBS | WKSO-TV Somerset, KY · Full Power | 22.0 mi | WNW (291°) | UHF RF 17 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 57 | CBS | WYMT-TV Hazard, KY · Full Power | 70.6 mi | E (82°) | High VHF RF 12 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 56 | FOX | WDKY-TV Danville, KY · Full Power | 57.4 mi | N (7°) | UHF RF 19 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 20 | CW | WBXX-TV Crossville, TN · Full Power | 65.7 mi | S (175°) | UHF RF 31 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | WVTN-LD Corbin, KY · Low Power | 18.2 mi | ESE (106°) | UHF RF 29 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 65 | Religious | WLJC-TV Beattyville, KY · Full Power | 57.6 mi | NE (48°) | High VHF RF 7 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 6 | ABC | WATE-TV Knoxville, TN · Full Power | 78.0 mi | SSE (159°) | UHF RF 26 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 27 | CBS | WKYT-TV Lexington, KY · Full Power | 68.0 mi | N (2°) | UHF RF 21 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 8 | CBS | WVLT-TV Knoxville, TN · Full Power | 78.2 mi | SSE (159°) | UHF RF 34 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 18 | NBC | WLEX-TV Lexington, KY · Full Power | 67.6 mi | N (3°) | UHF RF 28 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 10 | NBC | WBIR-TV Knoxville, TN · Full Power | 78.0 mi | SSE (159°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 43 | FOX | WTNZ Knoxville, TN · Full Power | 78.2 mi | SSE (159°) | UHF RF 15 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 67 | ION | WUPX-TV Richmond, KY · Full Power | 52.1 mi | NNW (346°) | UHF RF 25 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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