You can get 17 free channels in ZIP 50480 (Algona, IA)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 50480 · 0 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: W (275°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing W (275°), 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 50480
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | CBS | KEYC-TV Mankato, MN · Full Power | 50.6 mi | NNW (340°) | High VHF RF 12 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 21 | PBS | KTIN Fort Dodge, IA · Full Power | 34.8 mi | SSW (211°) | UHF RF 25 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 6 | ABC | KAAL Austin, MN · Translator | 25.8 mi | ESE (113°) | UHF RF 33 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 3 | CBS | KIMT Mason City, IA · Full Power | 69.6 mi | ENE (77°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 10 | NBC | KTTC Rochester, MN · Full Power | 84.8 mi | ENE (74°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 24 | PBS | KYIN Mason City, IA · Full Power | 69.6 mi | ENE (77°) | UHF RF 18 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K14KD-D Frost, MN · Translator | 24.1 mi | NNE (16°) | UHF RF 14 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K16MA-D Frost, MN · Translator | 24.1 mi | NNE (16°) | UHF RF 16 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K17MX-D Frost, MN · Low Power | 24.1 mi | NNE (16°) | UHF RF 17 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K19LJ-D Frost, MN · Translator | 24.1 mi | NNE (16°) | UHF RF 19 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K21KF-D Frost, MN · Low Power | 24.1 mi | NNE (16°) | UHF RF 21 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K23FY-D Frost, MN · Translator | 24.1 mi | NNE (16°) | UHF RF 23 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K27FI-D Frost, MN · Translator | 24.1 mi | NNE (16°) | UHF RF 27 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K29IF-D Frost, MN · Translator | 24.1 mi | NNE (16°) | UHF RF 29 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K31EF-D Frost, MN · Translator | 24.1 mi | NNE (16°) | UHF RF 31 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K34NV-D Frost, MN · Translator | 24.1 mi | NNE (16°) | UHF RF 34 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K35IU-D Frost, MN · Translator | 24.1 mi | NNE (16°) | UHF RF 35 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Algona, IA Free TV Channels (14.9 mi from ZIP 50480 center) · Browse all Iowa cities & ZIPs.
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