You can get 10 free channels in ZIP 62842 (Fairfield, IL)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 62842 · 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: NNE (29°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing NNE (29°), 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 62842
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | Educational | WUSI-TV Olney, IL · Full Power | 29.2 mi | NNE (29°) | UHF RF 23 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 8 | PBS | WSIU-TV Carbondale, IL · Full Power | 52.8 mi | WSW (242°) | High VHF RF 8 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 25 | ABC | WEHT Evansville, IN · Full Power | 61.0 mi | SE (133°) | High VHF RF 12 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 3 | ABC | WSIL-TV Harrisburg, IL · Full Power | 64.6 mi | SSW (204°) | UHF RF 34 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 44 | CBS | WEVV-TV Evansville, IN · Full Power | 61.0 mi | SE (131°) | UHF RF 28 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 10 | CBS | WTHI-TV Terre Haute, IN · Full Power | 76.1 mi | NE (45°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 14 | NBC | WFIE Evansville, IN · Full Power | 62.0 mi | SE (130°) | UHF RF 26 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 9 | PBS | WNIN Evansville, IN · Full Power | 69.4 mi | ESE (119°) | High VHF RF 9 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 7 | CW | WTVW Evansville, IN · Full Power | 61.0 mi | SE (133°) | UHF RF 22 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | W29CI-D Salem, IL · Class A | 33.6 mi | WNW (281°) | UHF RF 29 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Fairfield, IL Free TV Channels (6.1 mi from ZIP 62842 center) · Browse all Illinois cities & ZIPs.
📬 Get an email alert if local TV channels change in your area
When a local station changes frequencies or a new free channel signs on, we'll let you know it's time to rescan your TV.
100% free. Unsubscribe anytime in one click.