You can get 10 free channels in ZIP 53581 (Richland Center, WI)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 53581 · 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: ESE (116°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing ESE (116°), 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 53581
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | CBS | WISC-TV Madison, WI · Full Power | 49.8 mi | ESE (116°) | High VHF RF 11 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 47 | FOX | WMSN-TV Madison, WI · Full Power | 49.8 mi | ESE (116°) | UHF RF 18 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 27 | ABC | WKOW Madison, WI · Full Power | 49.8 mi | ESE (116°) | UHF RF 26 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 19 | ABC | WXOW La Crosse, WI · Full Power | 56.0 mi | WNW (302°) | UHF RF 28 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 8 | CBS | WKBT-DT La Crosse, WI · Full Power | 67.4 mi | NW (317°) | High VHF RF 8 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 15 | NBC | WMTV Madison, WI · Full Power | 52.1 mi | ESE (115°) | UHF RF 19 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 25 | FOX | WLAX La Crosse, WI · Full Power | 56.1 mi | WNW (302°) | UHF RF 33 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 21 | PBS | WHA-TV Madison, WI · Full Power | 49.8 mi | ESE (116°) | UHF RF 20 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 31 | PBS | WHLA-TV La Crosse, WI · Full Power | 55.9 mi | WNW (302°) | UHF RF 15 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 57 | CW | WIFS Janesville, WI · Full Power | 49.8 mi | ESE (116°) | UHF RF 21 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
Closest city guide: Richland Center, WI Free TV Channels (3.1 mi from ZIP 53581 center) · Browse all Wisconsin cities & ZIPs.
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