TV channels & antenna towers in Pago Pago, American Samoa
Pago Pago has 2 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KBAD-LD, 5.0 miles to the WSW.
Over-the-air TV in Pago Pago
Pago Pago, American Samoa has a population of about 11,500. There are 2 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 0 farther out.
No ABC, CBS, NBC or Fox affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Pago Pago.
Which way to point your antenna in Pago Pago
Point your antenna SW, at about 221°. The nearest towers for Pago Pago sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Pago Pago, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Pago Pago
The farthest of the closest towers for Pago Pago is K11UU-D, 5.8 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other TV stations near Pago Pago
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KBAD-LDLow power | 5.0 mi | 237° WSW | Fair | Pago Pago, AS |
| K11UU-DLow power | 5.8 mi | 205° SSW | Fair | Pago Pago, AS |
How Pago Pago compares with the rest of American Samoa
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Pago Pago ranks 1st of 14 places in American Samoa: the same as the typical American Samoa town (2).
43% of American Samoa's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Pago Pago: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 205° SSW, the direction of K11UU-D, 5.8 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 2 stations, 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 Pago Pago?
2 transmitters within 70 miles of Pago Pago; around 2 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Pago Pago?
Point your antenna SW, at about 221°. The nearest towers for Pago Pago sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Pago Pago?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Pago Pago?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Pago Pago?
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.
TV channels in nearby American Samoa cities
- Fagatogo0.9 mi
- Aūa2.6 mi
- Malaeimi3.7 mi
- Tāfuna4.2 mi
- Faleniu4.7 mi
- Mapusagafou4.9 mi
- Vaitogi6.0 mi
- Leone7.2 mi
- Vailoatai7.8 mi
More: all TV stations in American Samoa · U.S. Territories region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Pago Pago; signal estimates ignore terrain.