You can get 6 free channels in ZIP 50578 (Emmetsburg, IA)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 50578 · 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: E (89°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing E (89°), 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 50578
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 | 44.1 mi | N (9°) | High VHF RF 12 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 21 | PBS | KTIN Fort Dodge, IA · Full Power | 34.5 mi | SSE (168°) | UHF RF 25 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K18KG-D Spencer, IA · Low Power | 21.8 mi | W (261°) | UHF RF 18 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 0 | Local / LPTV | KBVK-LD Spencer, IA · Low Power | 21.8 mi | W (261°) | UHF RF 20 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 9 | ABC | KCAU-TV Sioux City, IA · Full Power | 98.6 mi | WSW (240°) | High VHF RF 9 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KMNF-CD Mankato, MN · Class A | 44.1 mi | N (9°) | High VHF RF 8 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Emmetsburg, IA Free TV Channels (14.8 mi from ZIP 50578 center) · Browse all Iowa cities & ZIPs.
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