You can get 14 free channels in ZIP 98640 (South Bend, WA)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 98640 · 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: SSE (164°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing SSE (164°), 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 98640
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 | K28FP-D Astoria, OR · Low Power | 24.9 mi | SSE (164°) | UHF RF 28 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 15 | PBS | KCKA Centralia, WA · Full Power | 47.0 mi | E (96°) | UHF RF 19 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K21DE-D Seaside-Astoria, OR · Low Power | 24.9 mi | SSE (164°) | UHF RF 21 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K26DB-D Astoria, OR · Translator | 24.9 mi | SSE (164°) | UHF RF 26 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K23GK-D Astoria, OR · Translator | 24.9 mi | SSE (164°) | UHF RF 23 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K20NL-D Grays River, Lebam, WA · Translator | 26.2 mi | ESE (117°) | UHF RF 20 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K35HU-D Grays River, WA · Translator | 26.2 mi | ESE (117°) | UHF RF 35 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| – | Local / LPTV | K36LI-D Astoria, OR · Translator | 26.6 mi | SSE (164°) | UHF RF 36 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 13 | FOX | KCPQ Tacoma, WA · Full Power | 85.9 mi | NE (42°) | High VHF RF 13 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K34DC-D Astoria, OR · Translator | 24.9 mi | SSE (164°) | UHF RF 34 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K16LV-D Grays River, WA · Translator | 26.2 mi | ESE (117°) | UHF RF 16 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K29IB-D Grays River, Etc., WA · Translator | 26.2 mi | ESE (117°) | UHF RF 29 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K31IR-D Grays River, WA · Translator | 26.2 mi | ESE (117°) | UHF RF 31 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | KHPN-LD Olympia, WA · Low Power | 48.8 mi | ENE (61°) | UHF RF 26 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
Closest city guide: South Bend, WA Free TV Channels (11.7 mi from ZIP 98640 center) · Browse all Washington cities & ZIPs.
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