You can get 10 free channels in ZIP 65260 (Macon, MO)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 65260 · 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: Multiple Directions
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing Multiple Directions, 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 65260
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | NBC | KOMU-TV Columbia, MO · Full Power | 49.2 mi | S (171°) | UHF RF 27 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 17 | ABC | KMIZ Columbia, MO · Full Power | 57.1 mi | S (189°) | UHF RF 17 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 3 | ABC | KTVO Kirksville, MO · Full Power | 64.7 mi | N (358°) | UHF RF 33 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 7 | CBS | KHQA-TV Hannibal, MO · Full Power | 62.5 mi | ENE (65°) | UHF RF 22 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 13 | CBS | KRCG Jefferson City, MO · Full Power | 64.4 mi | SSE (165°) | UHF RF 29 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 10 | NBC | WGEM-TV Quincy, IL · Full Power | 62.5 mi | ENE (65°) | UHF RF 19 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 6 | PBS | KMOS-TV Sedalia, MO · Full Power | 71.3 mi | SSW (201°) | UHF RF 15 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K06PT-D Columbia, MO · Low Power | 40.5 mi | S (171°) | Low VHF RF 6 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 16 | Local / LPTV | WTJR Quincy, IL · Full Power | 62.7 mi | ENE (65°) | UHF RF 32 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 25 | Religious | KNLJ Jefferson City, MO · Full Power | 63.7 mi | SSE (165°) | UHF RF 20 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Macon, MO Free TV Channels (10.9 mi from ZIP 65260 center) · Browse all Missouri cities & ZIPs.
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