TV channels & antenna towers in Northglenn, Colorado
Northglenn has 46 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 30 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K22NW-D, 13 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Northglenn
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONKPXC-TVION | 59 | 15 mi | 17° NNE | Good | Denver, CO |
| TLMKDEN-TVTelemundo | 25 | 15 mi | 17° NNE | Strong | Longmont, CO |
| TBNKPJR-TVTrinity | 38 | 15 mi | 17° NNE | Strong | Greeley, CO |
| NBCKUSANBC | 9 | 17 mi | 231° SW | Good | Denver, CO |
| ABCKMGH-TVABC | 7 | 17 mi | 231° SW | Good | Denver, CO |
| CBSKCNC-TVCBS | 4 | 17 mi | 231° SW | Strong | Denver, CO |
| CWKWGN-TVCW | 2 | 17 mi | 231° SW | Strong | Denver, CO |
| FOXKDVRFox | 31 | 17 mi | 231° SW | Strong | Denver, CO |
| UNIKCECUnivision | 14 | 19 mi | 220° SW | Strong | Boulder, CO |
| PBSKBDI-TVPBS | 12 | 31 mi | 243° WSW | Fair | Broomfield, CO |
| FOXKFCTFox | 22 | 53 mi | 10° N | Weak | Fort Collins, CO |
| IONKCDO-TVION | 10.2 | 56 mi | 79° E | Good | Sterling, CO |
Over-the-air TV in Northglenn
Northglenn is a town of about 39,200 people in Colorado. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 46 licensed TV transmitters: 18 full-power, 2 Class A, 21 low-power and 5 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 30 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 16 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 29 transmitters are within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 13 farther out. Six of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Denver, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Denver's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7 (KMGH-TV), CBS on channel 4 (KCNC-TV), NBC on channel 9 (KUSA), Fox on channel 31 (KDVR), PBS on channel 12 (KBDI-TV), CW on channel 2 (KWGN-TV), ION on channel 59 (KPXC-TV), Telemundo on channel 25 (KDEN-TV), Univision on channel 14 (KCEC) and Trinity on channel 38 (KPJR-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong signal) and Univision (strong signal). 6 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Northglenn
Point your antenna SW, at about 233°. The main network towers for Northglenn sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, KUSA, KMGH-TV, KCNC-TV, KWGN-TV and KDVR, transmit from the same tower site about 17 miles southwest of Northglenn (231° SW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 11 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Northglenn at fair strength or better, 64% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Northglenn, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Northglenn
The farthest main network tower for Northglenn is KBDI-TV (PBS), 31 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 stations near Northglenn
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 34; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K22NW-DTranslator | 13 mi | 293° WNW | Fair | Boulder, CO |
| K24HQ-DTranslator | 13 mi | 293° WNW | Weak | Boulder, CO |
| KAVC-LDLow power | 13 mi | 293° WNW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KXDP-LDLow power | 16 mi | 277° W | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KTVDFull power | 17 mi | 231° SW | Strong | Denver, CO |
| KTFD-TVFull power | 17 mi | 231° SW | Good | Denver, CO |
| KSBS-CDClass A | 17 mi | 232° SW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KDEO-LDLow power | 17 mi | 232° SW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KBRO-LDLow power | 17 mi | 231° SW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KPDD-LDLow power | 17 mi | 231° SW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KLPD-LDLow power | 17 mi | 231° SW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KHDT-LDLow power | 17 mi | 231° SW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KZDN-LDLow power | 17 mi | 231° SW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KZCO-LDLow power | 17 mi | 231° SW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KQDK-CDClass A | 17 mi | 231° SW | Fair | Denver, CO |
| KRMA-TVFull power | 19 mi | 220° SW | Strong | Denver, CO |
| KETDFull power | 19 mi | 220° SW | Good | Castle Rock, CO |
| K12XK-DLow power | 23 mi | 211° SSW | Weak | Denver, CO |
| KRMTFull power | 23 mi | 211° SSW | Good | Denver, CO |
| KDNF-LDLow power | 23 mi | 211° SSW | Good | Arvada, CO |
| K05MD-DLow power | 35 mi | 185° S | Poor | Cripple Creek, Etc., CO |
| KZFC-LDLow power | 40 mi | 5° N | Poor | Windsor, CO |
| KMLN-LDLow power | 43 mi | 346° NNW | Poor | Fort Collins, CO |
| KQCKFull power | 47 mi | 346° NNW | Fair | Cheyenne, WY |
| KPXH-LDLow power | 47 mi | 346° NNW | Poor | Fort Collins, CO |
How Northglenn compares with the rest of Colorado
With 30 stations at fair strength or better, Northglenn ranks 37th of 225 places in Colorado: more than the typical Colorado town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 15 miles away, against a state median of 18 miles.
48% of Colorado's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Thornton, 1.5 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Northglenn: 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 243° WSW, the direction of KBDI-TV (PBS), 31 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 30 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
What channel is ABC in Northglenn, CO?
ABC is on channel 7 from KMGH-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles SW of Northglenn. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Northglenn, CO?
CBS is on channel 4 from KCNC-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles SW of Northglenn. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Northglenn, CO?
NBC is on channel 9 from KUSA, broadcasting from 17 miles SW of Northglenn. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Northglenn, CO?
Fox is on channel 31 from KDVR, broadcasting from 17 miles SW of Northglenn. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is PBS in Northglenn, CO?
PBS is on channel 12 from KBDI-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles WSW of Northglenn. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Northglenn?
46 transmitters within 70 miles of Northglenn; around 30 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 Northglenn?
Point your antenna SW, at about 233°. The main network towers for Northglenn sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Northglenn?
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 Northglenn?
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 Northglenn?
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 Colorado cities
- Thornton1.5 mi
- Federal Heights2.4 mi
- Sherrelwood3.4 mi
- Welby3.7 mi
- Shaw Heights3.7 mi
- Twin Lakes4.3 mi
- Westminster4.3 mi
- Derby4.8 mi
- Broomfield5.8 mi
- Berkley6.0 mi
- Commerce City6.0 mi
- Arvada7.8 mi
- Lafayette9.2 mi
- Wheat Ridge9.5 mi
- Louisville10.0 mi
- Edgewater10 mi
- Denver10 mi
- Superior11 mi
- Brighton11 mi
- Erie12 mi
- Glendale13 mi
- Applewood13 mi
- Lakewood13 mi
- Aurora14 mi
More: all TV stations in Colorado · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Northglenn; signal estimates ignore terrain.