You can get 7 free channels in ZIP 88317 (Alamogordo, NM)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 88317 · 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: WSW (258°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing WSW (258°), 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 88317
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 | K34CR-D Alamogordo, Etc., NM · Translator | 9.9 mi | WSW (258°) | UHF RF 34 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K07AAL-D Las Cruces, NM · Low Power | 9.9 mi | WSW (258°) | High VHF RF 7 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K35GU-D Ruidoso, NM · Translator | 37.8 mi | N (355°) | UHF RF 35 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 4 | CBS | KDBC-TV El Paso, TX · Full Power | 85.0 mi | SSW (212°) | UHF RF 18 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 14 | FOX | KFOX-TV El Paso, TX · Full Power | 85.0 mi | SSW (212°) | UHF RF 15 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K16BZ-D Ruidoso, NM · Translator | 37.7 mi | N (355°) | UHF RF 16 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K30GM-D Capitan/Ruidoso, NM · Translator | 37.7 mi | N (355°) | UHF RF 30 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Alamogordo, NM Free TV Channels (14.2 mi from ZIP 88317 center) · Browse all New Mexico cities & ZIPs.
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