You can get 18 free channels in ZIP 52656 (Fort Madison, IA)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 52656 · 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: NW (321°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing NW (321°), 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 52656
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 | K28JD-D Fort Madison, IA · Translator | 7.5 mi | S (171°) | UHF RF 28 | ● Strong — Indoor OK |
| 15 | FOX | KYOU-TV Ottumwa, IA · Full Power | 40.8 mi | NW (321°) | UHF RF 15 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 3 | ABC | KTVO Kirksville, MO · Full Power | 53.7 mi | WSW (255°) | UHF RF 33 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 7 | CBS | KHQA-TV Hannibal, MO · Full Power | 53.4 mi | S (173°) | UHF RF 22 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 4 | CBS | WHBF-TV Rock Island, IL · Full Power | 75.5 mi | NE (42°) | Low VHF RF 4 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 10 | NBC | WGEM-TV Quincy, IL · Full Power | 53.4 mi | S (173°) | UHF RF 19 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 12 | PBS | KIIN Iowa City, IA · Full Power | 68.0 mi | N (5°) | High VHF RF 12 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K24IM-D Keosauqua, IA · Translator | 25.4 mi | W (267°) | UHF RF 24 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 16 | Local / LPTV | WTJR Quincy, IL · Full Power | 53.5 mi | S (173°) | UHF RF 32 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 8 | ABC | WQAD-TV Moline, IL · Full Power | 68.6 mi | NE (55°) | UHF RF 31 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 6 | NBC | KWQC-TV Davenport, IA · Full Power | 75.5 mi | NE (42°) | UHF RF 17 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 18 | FOX | KLJB Davenport, IA · Full Power | 68.6 mi | NE (55°) | UHF RF 30 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 22 | PBS | WMEC Macomb, IL · Full Power | 44.7 mi | ESE (122°) | UHF RF 36 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 20 | CW | KWKB Iowa City, IA · Full Power | 68.3 mi | N (4°) | UHF RF 25 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 26 | CW | KGCW Burlington, IA · Full Power | 69.2 mi | NE (54°) | UHF RF 21 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K18NZ-D Keokuk, IA · Translator | 22.9 mi | S (173°) | UHF RF 18 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 53 | Local / LPTV | WMWC-TV Galesburg, IL · Full Power | 68.6 mi | NE (55°) | High VHF RF 8 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 24 | Educational | WQPT-TV Moline, IL · Full Power | 68.6 mi | NE (55°) | UHF RF 23 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Fort Madison, IA Free TV Channels (10.0 mi from ZIP 52656 center) · Browse all Iowa cities & ZIPs.
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