TV channels & antenna towers in East Renton Highlands, Washington
East Renton Highlands has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 21 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KWDK, 6.8 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in East Renton Highlands
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONKWPX-TVION | 33 | 6.8 mi | 78° ENE | Strong | Bellevue, WA |
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 13 mi | 315° NW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 15 mi | 312° NW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 15 mi | 312° NW | Strong | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 15 mi | 312° NW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 15 mi | 312° NW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 32 mi | 278° W | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 33 mi | 278° W | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
Over-the-air TV in East Renton Highlands
East Renton Highlands is a city of about 11,100 people in Washington. There are 22 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 14 full-power, 6 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 21 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 13 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 19 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 0 farther out. Four of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Seattle, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Seattle's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 4 (KOMO-TV), CBS on channel 7 (KIRO-TV), NBC on channel 5 (KING-TV), Fox on channel 13 (KCPQ), CW on channel 51 (KUNS-TV), ION on channel 33 (KWPX-TV), MeTV on channel 44.1 (KFFV) and Trinity on channel 20 (KTBW-TV). 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 East Renton Highlands
Point your antenna NW, at about 304°. The main network towers for East Renton Highlands sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, KING-TV, KUNS-TV, KOMO-TV and KIRO-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 15 miles northwest of East Renton Highlands (312° NW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach East Renton Highlands at fair strength or better, 63% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from East Renton Highlands, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for East Renton Highlands
The farthest main network tower for East Renton Highlands is KCPQ (Fox), 33 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.
KWDK is only 6.8 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near East Renton Highlands
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KWDKFull power | 6.8 mi | 78° ENE | Strong | Tacoma, WA |
| KUSE-LDLow power | 6.8 mi | 78° ENE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KZJOFull power | 13 mi | 315° NW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| KSTWFull power | 13 mi | 315° NW | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 13 mi | 315° NW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| KONGFull power | 15 mi | 312° NW | Strong | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 15 mi | 312° NW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 15 mi | 312° NW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 15 mi | 312° NW | Fair | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 15 mi | 312° NW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| K18NI-DTranslator | 16 mi | 256° WSW | Fair | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| K18NH-DTranslator | 23 mi | 198° SSW | Fair | Puyallup, WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 24 mi | 233° SW | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| K29ED-DLow power | 34 mi | 359° N | Poor | Everett, WA |
How East Renton Highlands compares with the rest of Washington
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, East Renton Highlands ranks 5th of 398 places in Washington: more than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 6.8 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.
60% of Washington's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Issaquah, 4.9 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in East Renton Highlands: 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 278° W, the direction of KCPQ (Fox), 33 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 21 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 East Renton Highlands, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles NW of East Renton Highlands. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in East Renton Highlands, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles NW of East Renton Highlands. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in East Renton Highlands, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles NW of East Renton Highlands. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in East Renton Highlands, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 33 miles W of East Renton Highlands. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in East Renton Highlands, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles NW of East Renton Highlands. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in East Renton Highlands?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of East Renton Highlands; around 21 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 East Renton Highlands?
Point your antenna NW, at about 304°. The main network towers for East Renton Highlands sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in East Renton Highlands?
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 East Renton Highlands?
KWDK is only 6.8 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in East Renton Highlands?
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 Washington cities
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- Newcastle4.3 mi
- Issaquah4.9 mi
- Renton4.9 mi
- East Hill-Meridian5.9 mi
- Bryn Mawr-Skyway6.0 mi
- West Lake Sammamish6.4 mi
- Tukwila7.0 mi
- Maple Valley7.1 mi
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- Riverton8.5 mi
- Covington8.8 mi
- SeaTac8.8 mi
- City of Sammamish9.0 mi
- Kent9.2 mi
- Boulevard Park9.5 mi
- Bellevue9.6 mi
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- Burien11 mi
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More: all TV stations in Washington · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of East Renton Highlands; signal estimates ignore terrain.