You can get 10 free channels in ZIP 50511 (Algona, IA)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 50511 · 2 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: SSW (209°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing SSW (209°), 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 50511
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | PBS | KTIN Fort Dodge, IA · Full Power | 20.3 mi | SSW (209°) | UHF RF 25 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| – | Local / LPTV | K17PS-D Fort Dodge, IA · Translator | 1.0 mi | ESE (120°) | UHF RF 17 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 12 | CBS | KEYC-TV Mankato, MN · Full Power | 60.3 mi | N (351°) | High VHF RF 12 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 6 | ABC | KAAL Austin, MN · Translator | 32.1 mi | E (86°) | UHF RF 33 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 5 | ABC | WOI-DT Ames, IA · Full Power | 92.7 mi | SSE (160°) | Low VHF RF 5 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 3 | CBS | KIMT Mason City, IA · Full Power | 80.9 mi | ENE (70°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 8 | CBS | KCCI Des Moines, IA · Full Power | 92.6 mi | SSE (161°) | High VHF RF 8 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 13 | NBC | WHO-DT Des Moines, IA · Full Power | 92.7 mi | SSE (160°) | High VHF RF 13 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 11 | PBS | KDIN-TV Des Moines, IA · Full Power | 92.7 mi | SSE (160°) | UHF RF 34 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 56 | CW | KDMI Des Moines, IA · Full Power | 91.4 mi | SSE (160°) | UHF RF 19 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Algona, IA Free TV Channels (0.6 mi from ZIP 50511 center) · Browse all Iowa cities & ZIPs.
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