You can get 4 free channels in ZIP 88049 (Santa Clara, NM)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 88049 · 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: SW (220°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing SW (220°), 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 88049
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 | KKAD Silver City, NM · Full Power | 16.9 mi | SW (220°) | High VHF RF 10 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K28LK-D Silver City, NM · Translator | 17.7 mi | SW (217°) | UHF RF 28 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K33QU-D Jacks Peak, NM · Translator | 38.9 mi | SSW (214°) | UHF RF 33 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K16LU-D Caballo, NM · Translator | 48.4 mi | E (96°) | UHF RF 16 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Santa Clara, NM Free TV Channels (19.5 mi from ZIP 88049 center) · Browse all New Mexico cities & ZIPs.
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