You can get 9 free channels in ZIP 42048 (Benton, KY)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 42048 · 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: W (281°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing W (281°), 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 42048
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | PBS | WKMU Murray, KY · Full Power | 13.8 mi | WSW (253°) | UHF RF 17 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 6 | NBC | WPSD-TV Paducah, KY · Full Power | 48.4 mi | NW (309°) | UHF RF 19 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 29 | PBS | WKPD Paducah, KY · Full Power | 31.4 mi | NW (319°) | UHF RF 23 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 49 | MyNetworkTV | WDKA Paducah, KY · Full Power | 56.7 mi | NW (322°) | UHF RF 25 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 3 | ABC | WSIL-TV Harrisburg, IL · Full Power | 67.4 mi | NNW (332°) | UHF RF 34 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 12 | CBS | KFVS-TV Cape Girardeau, MO · Full Power | 81.2 mi | NW (306°) | High VHF RF 11 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 23 | FOX | KBSI Cape Girardeau, MO · Full Power | 83.0 mi | WNW (303°) | UHF RF 36 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 35 | PBS | WKMA-TV Madisonville, KY · Full Power | 52.8 mi | NE (55°) | UHF RF 31 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 27 | Educational | WTCT Marion, IL · Full Power | 68.4 mi | NW (325°) | UHF RF 30 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Benton, KY Free TV Channels (7.5 mi from ZIP 42048 center) · Browse all Kentucky cities & ZIPs.
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