You can get 8 free channels in ZIP 38261 (Union, TN)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 38261 · 1 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: N (8°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing N (8°), 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 38261
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 | WUWT-LD Union City, TN · Low Power | 4.4 mi | ENE (74°) | UHF RF 24 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 6 | NBC | WPSD-TV Paducah, KY · Full Power | 53.2 mi | N (8°) | UHF RF 19 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 16 | FOX | WJKT Jackson, TN · Full Power | 44.1 mi | S (179°) | UHF RF 21 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 23 | FOX | KBSI Cape Girardeau, MO · Full Power | 71.9 mi | NNW (340°) | UHF RF 36 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 21 | PBS | WKMU Murray, KY · Full Power | 36.9 mi | ENE (60°) | UHF RF 17 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 7 | ABC | WBBJ-TV Jackson, TN · Full Power | 59.5 mi | SSE (157°) | UHF RF 35 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 12 | CBS | KFVS-TV Cape Girardeau, MO · Full Power | 72.4 mi | NNW (343°) | High VHF RF 11 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KJBW-LD New Madrid, MO · Low Power | 29.0 mi | NW (305°) | UHF RF 35 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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