You can get 12 free channels in ZIP 97840 (Joseph, OR)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 97840 · 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: W (280°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing W (280°), 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 97840
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 | K10NF-D Halfway, OR · Translator | 4.7 mi | WNW (290°) | High VHF RF 10 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K08KW-D Richland, OR · Translator | 10.6 mi | W (270°) | High VHF RF 8 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 13 | PBS | KTVR La Grande, OR · Full Power | 49.7 mi | NW (309°) | High VHF RF 13 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 6 | ABC | KIVI-TV Nampa, ID · Full Power | 86.7 mi | SSE (151°) | UHF RF 24 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 2 | CBS | KBOI-TV Boise, ID · Full Power | 86.7 mi | SSE (151°) | UHF RF 20 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 7 | NBC | KTVB Boise, ID · Full Power | 86.7 mi | SSE (151°) | UHF RF 23 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 11 | FOX | KFFX-TV Pendleton, OR · Full Power | 81.5 mi | NW (320°) | High VHF RF 11 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 9 | FOX | KNIN-TV Caldwell, ID · Full Power | 86.7 mi | SSE (151°) | High VHF RF 10 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 4 | PBS | KAID Boise, ID · Full Power | 86.7 mi | SSE (151°) | UHF RF 21 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 12 | ION | KTRV-TV Nampa, ID · Full Power | 86.7 mi | SSE (151°) | High VHF RF 13 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| 16 | Univision | KUNP La Grande, OR · Full Power | 49.7 mi | NW (309°) | UHF RF 16 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K27DX-D Mccall, ID · Class A | 36.9 mi | E (100°) | UHF RF 27 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: Joseph, OR Free TV Channels (37.1 mi from ZIP 97840 center) · Browse all Oregon cities & ZIPs.
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