TV channels & antenna towers in Zuni Pueblo, New Mexico
Zuni Pueblo has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K16DL-D, 7.0 miles to the ENE.
Over-the-air TV in Zuni Pueblo
With roughly 6,300 residents, Zuni Pueblo is a town in New Mexico. Our map shows 23 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 4 low-power and 19 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 11 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOAT-TV in Albuquerque, NM, 136 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KREZ-TV in Durango, CO, 160 miles to the north.
Which way to point your antenna in Zuni Pueblo
Point your antenna ENE, at about 66°. The nearest towers for Zuni Pueblo 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 Zuni Pueblo, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Zuni Pueblo
The farthest of the closest towers for Zuni Pueblo is K26OV-D, 7.1 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Zuni Pueblo
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K16DL-DTranslator | 7.0 mi | 66° ENE | Fair | Zuni Pueblo, NM |
| K33QD-DLow power | 7.0 mi | 66° ENE | Fair | Zuni Pueblo, NM |
| K26OV-DTranslator | 7.1 mi | 66° ENE | Fair | Zuni, NM |
| K31OX-DLow power | 28 mi | 117° ESE | Weak | Ramah, NM |
| K36PV-DTranslator | 33 mi | 11° N | Poor | Gallup, NM |
| K10PW-DTranslator | 33 mi | 11° N | Poor | Gallup, NM |
| K19MP-DTranslator | 33 mi | 11° N | Poor | Gallup, NM |
| K18HF-DTranslator | 33 mi | 11° N | Poor | Gallup, NM |
| K23FE-DTranslator | 38 mi | 15° NNE | Poor | Gallup, NM |
| K33QC-DLow power | 44 mi | 345° NNW | Poor | Window Rock, AZ |
| K20GT-DTranslator | 44 mi | 51° NE | Poor | Indian Village, NM |
| K29KT-DTranslator | 44 mi | 51° NE | Poor | Thoreau, NM |
| K31JR-DTranslator | 44 mi | 51° NE | Poor | Thoreau, NM |
| K15KK-DTranslator | 44 mi | 51° NE | Poor | Mt. Powell, NM |
| K27OR-DTranslator | 46 mi | 334° NNW | Poor | Klagetoh, AZ |
| K36JS-DTranslator | 54 mi | 86° E | Poor | Grants, NM |
| K09EP-DTranslator | 54 mi | 86° E | Poor | Grants, Etc., NM |
| K11EV-DTranslator | 54 mi | 86° E | Poor | Grants, Etc., NM |
| K33GA-DTranslator | 54 mi | 86° E | Poor | Grants, Milan, NM |
| K28GT-DTranslator | 58 mi | 43° NE | Poor | Crownpoint, NM |
| K30KV-DTranslator | 58 mi | 43° NE | Poor | Crownpoint, NM |
| K34PK-DTranslator | 58 mi | 4° N | Poor | Tohatchi, NM |
| K25QD-DLow power | 58 mi | 4° N | Poor | Tohatchi, NM |
How Zuni Pueblo compares with the rest of New Mexico
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Zuni Pueblo ranks 124th of 152 places in New Mexico: fewer than the typical New Mexico town (10).
49% of New Mexico's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Gallup, 32 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Zuni Pueblo: 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 66° ENE, the direction of K26OV-D, 7.1 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 3 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 Zuni Pueblo?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Zuni Pueblo; around 3 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 Zuni Pueblo?
Point your antenna ENE, at about 66°. The nearest towers for Zuni Pueblo sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Zuni Pueblo?
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 Zuni Pueblo?
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 Zuni Pueblo?
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 New Mexico · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Zuni Pueblo; signal estimates ignore terrain.