You can get 16 free channels in ZIP 56096 (Waterville, MN)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 56096 · 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: WSW (242°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing WSW (242°), 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 56096
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 | 45.4 mi | WSW (242°) | High VHF RF 12 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 5 | ABC | KSTP-TV St. Paul, MN · Full Power | 60.9 mi | NNE (22°) | UHF RF 35 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 4 | CBS | WCCO-TV Minneapolis, MN · Full Power | 60.9 mi | NNE (22°) | UHF RF 32 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 11 | NBC | KARE Minneapolis, MN · Full Power | 60.9 mi | NNE (22°) | UHF RF 31 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 9 | FOX | KMSP-TV Minneapolis, MN · Full Power | 60.9 mi | NNE (23°) | High VHF RF 9 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 2 | PBS | KTCA-TV St. Paul, MN · Full Power | 60.9 mi | NNE (23°) | UHF RF 34 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 23 | CW | WUCW Minneapolis, MN · Full Power | 60.9 mi | NNE (22°) | UHF RF 22 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 29 | MyNetworkTV | WFTC Minneapolis, MN · Full Power | 60.9 mi | NNE (23°) | UHF RF 29 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 45 | Independent | KSTC-TV Minneapolis, MN · Full Power | 60.9 mi | NNE (22°) | UHF RF 30 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 6 | ABC | KAAL Austin, MN · Full Power | 67.8 mi | SE (128°) | UHF RF 36 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 3 | CBS | KIMT Mason City, IA · Full Power | 69.4 mi | SE (140°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 10 | NBC | KTTC Rochester, MN · Full Power | 74.8 mi | SE (128°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 17 | PBS | KTCI-TV St. Paul, MN · Full Power | 60.9 mi | NNE (23°) | UHF RF 23 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 24 | PBS | KYIN Mason City, IA · Full Power | 69.4 mi | SE (140°) | UHF RF 18 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K33MW-D Mankato, MN · Low Power | 22.6 mi | WSW (257°) | UHF RF 33 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KMNF-CD Mankato, MN · Class A | 45.4 mi | WSW (242°) | High VHF RF 8 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Waterville, MN Free TV Channels (2.2 mi from ZIP 56096 center) · Browse all Minnesota cities & ZIPs.
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