TV channels & antenna towers in Nome, Alaska
Nome has 2 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K09OW-D, 0.2 miles to the NE.
Over-the-air TV in Nome
Nome is a town of about 3,810 people in Alaska. There are 2 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 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, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 1 farther out.
No ABC, CBS, NBC or Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Nome.
Which way to point your antenna in Nome
Point your antenna ENE, at about 62°. The nearest towers for Nome sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
K13TD-D lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Nome. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Nome
The farthest of the closest towers for Nome is K13TD-D, 60 miles away with a very 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.
K09OW-D is only 0.2 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other TV stations near Nome
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K09OW-DLow power | 0.2 mi | 48° NE | Strong | Nome, AK |
| K13TD-DTranslator | 60 mi | 77° ENE | Poor | White Mountain, AK |
How Nome compares with the rest of Alaska
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Nome 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 Nome: 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 77° ENE, the direction of K13TD-D, 60 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 Nome?
2 transmitters within 70 miles of Nome; 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 Nome?
Point your antenna ENE, at about 62°. The nearest towers for Nome sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Nome?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Nome?
K09OW-D is only 0.2 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Nome?
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.
More: all TV stations in Alaska · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Nome; signal estimates ignore terrain.