TV channels & antenna towers in Tuba City, Arizona
Tuba City has 18 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K23PL-D, 50 miles to the NE.
Over-the-air TV in Tuba City
Tuba City, Arizona has a population of about 8,610. Our map shows 18 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 2 low-power and 16 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Tuba City, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 18 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KNXV-TV in Phoenix, AZ, 199 miles to the south. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KPHO-TV in Phoenix, AZ, 199 miles to the south.
Which way to point your antenna in Tuba City
The nearest towers around Tuba City are in different directions: K23PL-D 47° NE (50 mi), K33IY-D 347° NNW (51 mi) and K31KS-D 347° NNW (51 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 Tuba City, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Tuba City
The farthest of the closest towers for Tuba City is K31KS-D, 51 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Tuba City
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K23PL-DTranslator | 50 mi | 47° NE | Poor | Shonto, AZ |
| K33IY-DTranslator | 51 mi | 347° NNW | Poor | Le Chee, Etc., AZ |
| K31KS-DTranslator | 51 mi | 347° NNW | Poor | Lechee, Etc., AZ |
| K25MG-DTranslator | 65 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Flagstaff, AZ |
| K14KK-DTranslator | 65 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Flagstaff, AZ |
| K17MO-DLow power | 65 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Flagstaff, AZ |
| K28CW-DTranslator | 65 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Flagstaff, AZ |
| K26NG-DTranslator | 65 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | East Flagstaff, AZ |
| K30DT-DTranslator | 65 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Flagstaff, AZ |
| K24KS-DTranslator | 65 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Flagstaff, AZ |
| K19IP-DLow power | 65 mi | 199° SSW | Poor | Flagstaff, AZ |
| K18HZ-DTranslator | 67 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Navajo Mountain, UT |
| K16HI-DTranslator | 67 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Navajo Mountain, UT |
| K17IE-DTranslator | 67 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Navajo Mountain Scho, UT |
| K19HA-DTranslator | 67 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Navajo Mtn.Sch.,Etc., UT |
| K21IU-DTranslator | 67 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Navajo Mtn.Sch.,Etc., UT |
| K20JE-DTranslator | 67 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Navajo Mtn.Sch.,Etc., UT |
| K22IE-DTranslator | 67 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Navajo Mtn.Sch.,Etc., UT |
How Tuba City compares with the rest of Arizona
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Tuba City ranks 187th of 215 places in Arizona: fewer than the typical Arizona town (12).
46% of Arizona's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Tuba City: 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 347° NNW, the direction of K31KS-D, 51 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 0 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 Tuba City?
18 transmitters within 70 miles of Tuba City; around 0 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 Tuba City?
The nearest towers around Tuba City are in different directions: K23PL-D 47° NE (50 mi), K33IY-D 347° NNW (51 mi) and K31KS-D 347° NNW (51 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Tuba City?
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 Tuba City?
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 Tuba City?
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 Arizona · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Tuba City; signal estimates ignore terrain.