You can get 6 free channels in ZIP 68881 (Broken Bow, NE)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 68881 · 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: W (260°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing W (260°), 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 68881
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | Local / LPTV | K31OC-D Broken Bow, NE · Translator | 14.9 mi | W (260°) | UHF RF 31 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 13 | ABC | KHGI-TV Kearney, NE · Full Power | 59.5 mi | SSE (154°) | UHF RF 18 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 7 | PBS | KMNE-TV Bassett, NE · Full Power | 62.5 mi | N (354°) | High VHF RF 7 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 11 | CBS | KGIN Grand Island, NE · Full Power | 65.3 mi | SSE (154°) | High VHF RF 11 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 2 | NBC | KNOP-TV North Platte, NE · Full Power | 73.0 mi | WSW (258°) | Low VHF RF 2 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 5 | NBC | KNHL Hastings, NE · Full Power | 74.4 mi | SE (137°) | Low VHF RF 5 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Broken Bow, NE Free TV Channels (14.7 mi from ZIP 68881 center) · Browse all Nebraska cities & ZIPs.
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