You can get 10 free channels in ZIP 65282 (Paris, MO)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 65282 · 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: SSW (214°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing SSW (214°), 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 65282
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | NBC | KOMU-TV Columbia, MO · Full Power | 40.9 mi | SSW (214°) | UHF RF 27 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 7 | CBS | KHQA-TV Hannibal, MO · Full Power | 48.9 mi | NNE (33°) | UHF RF 22 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 13 | CBS | KRCG Jefferson City, MO · Full Power | 49.7 mi | SSW (196°) | UHF RF 29 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 10 | NBC | WGEM-TV Quincy, IL · Full Power | 48.9 mi | NNE (33°) | UHF RF 19 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 25 | Religious | KNLJ Jefferson City, MO · Full Power | 48.7 mi | SSW (196°) | UHF RF 20 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 16 | Local / LPTV | WTJR Quincy, IL · Full Power | 49.0 mi | NNE (34°) | UHF RF 32 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 17 | ABC | KMIZ Columbia, MO · Full Power | 56.9 mi | SW (223°) | UHF RF 17 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 27 | PBS | WQEC Quincy, IL · Full Power | 49.9 mi | NE (34°) | UHF RF 34 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 6 | PBS | KMOS-TV Sedalia, MO · Full Power | 76.0 mi | SW (227°) | UHF RF 15 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K06PT-D Columbia, MO · Low Power | 34.5 mi | SW (223°) | Low VHF RF 6 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Paris, MO Free TV Channels (11.0 mi from ZIP 65282 center) · Browse all Missouri cities & ZIPs.
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