You can get 8 free channels in ZIP 28589 (Beaufort, NC)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 28589 · 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: WNW (294°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing WNW (294°), 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 28589
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 | ABC | WCTI-TV New Bern, NC · Full Power | 52.2 mi | WNW (294°) | High VHF RF 10 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 9 | CBS | WNCT-TV Greenville, NC · Full Power | 64.3 mi | NW (308°) | High VHF RF 12 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 7 | NBC | WITN-TV Washington, NC · Full Power | 64.3 mi | NW (308°) | UHF RF 34 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 19 | PBS | WUNM-TV Jacksonville, NC · Full Power | 52.2 mi | WNW (294°) | UHF RF 28 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 38 | ION | WEPX-TV Greenville, NC · Full Power | 48.2 mi | NW (306°) | UHF RF 36 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 14 | FOX | WYDO Greenville, NC · Full Power | 52.2 mi | WNW (294°) | UHF RF 19 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 2 | PBS | WUND-TV Edenton, NC · Full Power | 76.7 mi | N (6°) | UHF RF 29 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 35 | ION | WPXU-TV Jacksonville, NC · Full Power | 60.2 mi | WSW (250°) | UHF RF 16 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Beaufort, NC Free TV Channels (10.3 mi from ZIP 28589 center) · Browse all North Carolina cities & ZIPs.
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