TV channels & antenna towers in Everett, Washington
Everett has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 20 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K29ED-D, 3.5 miles to the E.
Network channels in Everett
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 25 mi | 197° SSW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 25 mi | 196° SSW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 25 mi | 196° SSW | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 25 mi | 196° SSW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 26 mi | 191° SSW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| IONKWPX-TVION | 33 | 35 mi | 162° SSE | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 41 mi | 223° SW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 41 mi | 224° SW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| UNIKVOS-TVUnivision | 12 | 57 mi | 329° NNW | Good | Bellingham, WA |
Over-the-air TV in Everett
Everett, Washington has a population of about 108,000. There are 27 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 16 full-power, 9 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 20 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 12 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 10 transmitters are within 25 miles, 11 between 25 and 45 miles, and 6 farther out. Four of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Seattle, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Seattle's stations.
The strongest network signals here 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), Univision on channel 12 (KVOS-TV), MeTV on channel 44.1 (KFFV) and Trinity on channel 20 (KTBW-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (good signal). 7 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 Everett
Point your antenna SSW, at about 203°. The main network towers for Everett sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, KIRO-TV, KING-TV, KUNS-TV and KOMO-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 25 miles south of Everett (197° SSW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Everett at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Everett, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Everett
The farthest main network tower for Everett is KCPQ (Fox), 41 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 stations near Everett
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K29ED-DLow power | 3.5 mi | 91° E | Good | Everett, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 25 mi | 197° SSW | Fair | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 25 mi | 197° SSW | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| KONGFull power | 25 mi | 196° SSW | Good | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 25 mi | 196° SSW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 25 mi | 196° SSW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 26 mi | 191° S | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KZJOFull power | 26 mi | 191° S | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| KSTWFull power | 26 mi | 191° S | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KWDKFull power | 35 mi | 162° SSE | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KUSE-LDLow power | 35 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Seattle, WA |
| K18NI-DTranslator | 40 mi | 196° SSW | Poor | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| K15MW-DLow power | 41 mi | 347° NNW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 51 mi | 197° SSW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| K18NH-DTranslator | 56 mi | 183° S | Poor | Puyallup, WA |
| KBCBFull power | 57 mi | 329° NNW | Fair | Bellingham, WA |
| K18NJ-DLow power | 57 mi | 329° NNW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| K30RC-DLow power | 57 mi | 329° NNW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
How Everett compares with the rest of Washington
With 20 stations at fair strength or better, Everett ranks 65th of 398 places in Washington: more than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 25 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 Seattle, 26 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Everett: 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 224° SW, the direction of KCPQ (Fox), 41 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 20 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 Everett, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles SSW of Everett. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Everett, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles SSW of Everett. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Everett, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles SSW of Everett. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Everett, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 41 miles SW of Everett. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Everett, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles SSW of Everett. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Everett?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Everett; around 20 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 Everett?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 203°. The main network towers for Everett sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Everett?
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 Everett?
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 Everett?
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 Washington · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Everett; signal estimates ignore terrain.