TV channels & antenna towers in Cosmopolis, Washington

Cosmopolis has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying Fox and Trinity. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K25CG-D, 2.6 miles to the SE.

Open Cosmopolis in the live finder

23TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

2.6 mito the closest tower

1,594population

Network channels in Cosmopolis

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
FOXKCPQFox	13	61 mi	48° NE	Fair	Tacoma, WA
TBNKTBW-TVTrinity	20	61 mi	48° NE	Fair	Tacoma, WA

Over-the-air TV in Cosmopolis

Cosmopolis, Washington has a population of about 1,590. Our map shows 23 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 4 full-power, 10 low-power and 9 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 9 between 25 and 45 miles, and 13 farther out. Two of the 2 network stations in range are licensed to Tacoma, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Tacoma's stations.

The best-placed network stations are Fox on channel 13 (KCPQ) and Trinity on channel 20 (KTBW-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOMO-TV in Seattle, WA, 81 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KIRO-TV in Seattle, WA, 81 miles to the northeast. 2 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 Cosmopolis

Point your antenna NE, at about 48°. The main network towers for Cosmopolis sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Two network stations, KCPQ and KTBW-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 61 miles northeast of Cosmopolis (48° NE). That one direction covers every station on the site.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Cosmopolis, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Cosmopolis

The farthest main network tower for Cosmopolis is KCPQ (Fox), 61 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

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 stations near Cosmopolis

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K25CG-DLow power	2.6 mi	138° SE	Good	Aberdeen, WA
K15IQ-DLow power	28 mi	163° SSE	Fair	Astoria, OR
K20NL-DTranslator	36 mi	163° SSE	Poor	Grays River, Lebam, WA
K35HU-DTranslator	36 mi	163° SSE	Poor	Grays River, WA
K29IB-DTranslator	36 mi	163° SSE	Poor	Grays River, Etc., WA
K31IR-DTranslator	36 mi	163° SSE	Poor	Grays River, WA
K16LV-DTranslator	36 mi	163° SSE	Poor	Grays River, WA
K17NX-DLow power	44 mi	129° SE	Poor	Centralia/Chehalis, WA
KCKAFull power	44 mi	129° SE	Good	Centralia, WA
K15MI-DLow power	44 mi	129° SE	Poor	Centralia/Chelasis, WA
K23GK-DTranslator	47 mi	187° S	Poor	Astoria, OR
K17HA-DTranslator	47 mi	187° S	Poor	Astoria, OR
K21DE-DLow power	47 mi	187° S	Poor	Seaside-Astoria, OR
K26DB-DTranslator	47 mi	187° S	Poor	Astoria, OR
K28FP-DLow power	47 mi	187° S	Poor	Astoria, OR
K34DC-DTranslator	47 mi	187° S	Poor	Astoria, OR
K36LI-LDLow power	48 mi	186° S	Poor	Astoria, OR
KHPN-LDLow power	53 mi	183° S	Poor	Astoria, OR
K24IT-DLow power	56 mi	163° SSE	Poor	Hoquiam, WA
KBTC-TVFull power	63 mi	69° ENE	Poor	Tacoma, WA
K27NZ-DLow power	66 mi	144° SE	Poor	Longview, WA

How Cosmopolis compares with the rest of Washington

With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Cosmopolis ranks 337th of 398 places in Washington: fewer than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 61 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.

24% of Washington's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Olympia, 42 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Cosmopolis: 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 48° NE, the direction of KCPQ (Fox), 61 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 5 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 Fox in Cosmopolis, WA?

Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 61 miles NE of Cosmopolis. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Cosmopolis?

23 transmitters within 70 miles of Cosmopolis; around 5 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 Cosmopolis?

Point your antenna NE, at about 48°. The main network towers for Cosmopolis sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Cosmopolis?

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 Cosmopolis?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Cosmopolis?

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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