You can get 8 free channels in ZIP 71961 (Mount Ida, AR)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 71961 · 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 71961
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | ABC | KHBS Fort Smith, AR · Full Power | 57.7 mi | NW (305°) | UHF RF 21 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 7 | ABC | KATV Little Rock, AR · Full Power | 77.8 mi | E (80°) | UHF RF 22 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 11 | CBS | KTHV Little Rock, AR · Full Power | 77.3 mi | E (79°) | High VHF RF 12 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 4 | NBC | KARK-TV Little Rock, AR · Full Power | 77.3 mi | E (79°) | UHF RF 32 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 9 | PBS | KETG Arkadelphia, AR · Full Power | 63.3 mi | SE (139°) | High VHF RF 13 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 13 | PBS | KAFT Fayetteville, AR · Full Power | 84.6 mi | N (353°) | High VHF RF 9 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 42 | MyNetworkTV | KARZ-TV Little Rock, AR · Full Power | 77.7 mi | E (79°) | UHF RF 28 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 26 | Independent | KVTH-DT Hot Springs, AR · Full Power | 47.7 mi | ESE (109°) | UHF RF 16 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Mount Ida, AR Free TV Channels (12.4 mi from ZIP 71961 center) · Browse all Arkansas cities & ZIPs.
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