TV channels & antenna towers in Kodiak Station, Alaska
Kodiak Station has 5 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K07ST-D, 4.2 miles to the SE.
Over-the-air TV in Kodiak Station
Kodiak Station, Alaska has a population of about 1,300. There are 5 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 4 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 farther out.
No ABC, CBS, NBC or Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Kodiak Station.
Which way to point your antenna in Kodiak Station
The nearest towers around Kodiak Station are in different directions: K07ST-D 136° SE (4.2 mi), K15AT-D 76° ENE (7.9 mi) and K09SR-D 305° NW (13 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Kodiak Station, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Kodiak Station
The farthest of the closest towers for Kodiak Station is K09SR-D, 13 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other TV stations near Kodiak Station
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K07ST-DTranslator | 4.2 mi | 136° SE | Weak | Womens Bay, AK |
| K15AT-DLow power | 7.9 mi | 76° ENE | Fair | Kodiak, AK |
| K09SR-DLow power | 13 mi | 305° NW | Weak | Port Lions, AK |
| K13RN-DLow power | 47 mi | 214° SW | Poor | Old Harbor, AK |
| K09QK-DLow power | 69 mi | 259° W | Poor | Karluk, AK |
How Kodiak Station compares with the rest of Alaska
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Kodiak Station ranks 39th of 69 places in Alaska: fewer than the typical Alaska town (2).
42% of Alaska's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Kodiak Station: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 305° NW, the direction of K09SR-D, 13 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
- Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
- Expect around 1 station, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
- Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.
Frequently asked questions
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Kodiak Station?
5 transmitters within 70 miles of Kodiak Station; around 1 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.
Which direction should I point my TV antenna in Kodiak Station?
The nearest towers around Kodiak Station are in different directions: K07ST-D 136° SE (4.2 mi), K15AT-D 76° ENE (7.9 mi) and K09SR-D 305° NW (13 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Kodiak Station?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 191° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Kodiak Station?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Kodiak Station?
Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.
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More: all TV stations in Alaska · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Kodiak Station; signal estimates ignore terrain.