TV channels & antenna towers in Hubbard, Oregon
Hubbard has 54 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 24 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K18EL-D, 15 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Hubbard
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKRCW-TVCW | 32 | 23 mi | 9° N | Good | Salem, OR |
| ABCKATUABC | 2 | 23 mi | 9° N | Strong | Portland, OR |
| CBSKOINCBS | 6 | 23 mi | 9° N | Strong | Portland, OR |
| TBNKNMTTrinity | 24 | 23 mi | 9° N | Good | Portland, OR |
| FOXKPTVFox | 12 | 24 mi | 7° N | Fair | Portland, OR |
| IONKPXG-TVION | 22 | 24 mi | 7° N | Strong | Salem, OR |
| NBCKGWNBC | 8 | 24 mi | 7° N | Strong | Portland, OR |
| IONKPXG-LDION | 22 | 24 mi | 7° N | Fair | Portland, OR |
Over-the-air TV in Hubbard
Hubbard is a town of about 3,300 people in Oregon. There are 54 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 10 full-power, 5 Class A, 18 low-power and 21 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 24 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 25 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 27 farther out. Six of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Portland, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Portland's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 2 (KATU), CBS on channel 6 (KOIN), NBC on channel 8 (KGW), Fox on channel 12 (KPTV), CW on channel 32 (KRCW-TV), ION on channel 22 (KPXG-TV) and Trinity on channel 24 (KNMT). 3 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 Hubbard
Point your antenna N, at about 8°. The main network towers for Hubbard sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Seven network stations, KRCW-TV, KATU, KOIN, KNMT and KPTV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 23 miles north of Hubbard (9° N). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Hubbard at fair strength or better, all arrive from the north, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Hubbard, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hubbard
The farthest main network tower for Hubbard is KGW (NBC), 24 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Hubbard
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 46; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K18EL-DTranslator | 15 mi | 323° NW | Fair | Newberg/Tigard, OR |
| KJWY-LDLow power | 21 mi | 233° SW | Fair | Salem, OR |
| K19MI-DLow power | 21 mi | 230° SW | Weak | Salem, OR |
| KSLM-LDLow power | 22 mi | 229° SW | Fair | Dallas, OR |
| KPWC-LDLow power | 22 mi | 229° SW | Fair | Tillamook, OR |
| KJYY-LDLow power | 23 mi | 9° N | Fair | Portland, OR |
| KUNP-LDLow power | 24 mi | 7° N | Fair | Portland, OR |
| KEVE-LDLow power | 24 mi | 7° N | Fair | Vancouver, WA |
| KPDXFull power | 24 mi | 7° N | Good | Vancouver, WA |
| KWVT-LDLow power | 24 mi | 6° N | Weak | Salem, OR |
| KGWZ-LDLow power | 24 mi | 7° N | Fair | Portland, OR |
| KOPB-TVFull power | 24 mi | 7° N | Fair | Portland, OR |
| KORS-CDClass A | 24 mi | 7° N | Fair | Portland, OR |
| KOXI-CDClass A | 24 mi | 7° N | Fair | Portland, OR |
| KKEI-CDClass A | 24 mi | 7° N | Fair | Portland, OR |
| KORK-CDClass A | 24 mi | 7° N | Fair | Portland, OR |
| KOXO-CDClass A | 24 mi | 7° N | Fair | Portland, OR |
| K14GW-DLow power | 44 mi | 212° SSW | Poor | Corvallis, OR |
| KOAC-TVFull power | 44 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Corvallis, OR |
| K34PJ-DTranslator | 46 mi | 273° W | Poor | Tillamook, OR |
| K35CR-DLow power | 46 mi | 273° W | Poor | Tillamook, Etc., OR |
| K28MJ-DTranslator | 46 mi | 273° W | Poor | Tillamook, OR |
| K19EI-DTranslator | 46 mi | 273° W | Poor | Pacific C/Cloverdale, OR |
| KVDO-LDLow power | 47 mi | 189° S | Poor | Albany, OR |
| K08PZ-DTranslator | 47 mi | 189° S | Poor | Corvallis, OR |
How Hubbard compares with the rest of Oregon
With 24 stations at fair strength or better, Hubbard ranks 6th of 219 places in Oregon: more than the typical Oregon town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 23 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.
47% of Oregon's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Woodburn, 3.5 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Hubbard: 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 7° N, the direction of KGW (NBC), 24 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 24 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 Hubbard, OR?
ABC is on channel 2 from KATU, broadcasting from 23 miles N of Hubbard. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Hubbard, OR?
CBS is on channel 6 from KOIN, broadcasting from 23 miles N of Hubbard. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Hubbard, OR?
NBC is on channel 8 from KGW, broadcasting from 24 miles N of Hubbard. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Hubbard, OR?
Fox is on channel 12 from KPTV, broadcasting from 24 miles N of Hubbard. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Hubbard, OR?
CW is on channel 32 from KRCW-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles N of Hubbard. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hubbard?
54 transmitters within 70 miles of Hubbard; around 24 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 Hubbard?
Point your antenna N, at about 8°. The main network towers for Hubbard sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hubbard?
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 Hubbard?
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 Hubbard?
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 Oregon cities
- Woodburn3.5 mi
- Canby7.9 mi
- Wilsonville8.3 mi
- Newberg11 mi
- Molalla12 mi
- Sherwood12 mi
- Silverton12 mi
- Tualatin14 mi
- Oregon City16 mi
- West Linn16 mi
- Hayesville16 mi
- Keizer17 mi
- Gladstone17 mi
- Jennings Lodge17 mi
- Tigard17 mi
- Lake Oswego18 mi
- Oak Grove18 mi
- Oatfield19 mi
- McMinnville19 mi
- Clackamas19 mi
- Four Corners20 mi
- Garden Home-Whitford20 mi
- Salem20 mi
- Milwaukie20 mi
More: all TV stations in Oregon · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Hubbard; signal estimates ignore terrain.