TV channels & antenna towers in Finley, Washington
Finley has 44 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and Univision. About 14 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K28QK-D, 2.7 miles to the S.
Network channels in Finley
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKBWU-LDFox | 11 | 5.8 mi | 233° SW | Good | Richland, Etc.,, WA |
| NBCKNDUNBC | 25 | 5.8 mi | 233° SW | Strong | Richland, WA |
| ABCKVEWABC | 42 | 5.9 mi | 234° SW | Strong | Kennewick, WA |
| UNIKVVK-CDUnivision | 15 | 8.5 mi | 243° WSW | Good | Kennewick, Etc., WA |
| CWKEPR-TVCW | 19.2 | 8.5 mi | 243° WSW | Strong | Pasco, WA |
| UNIKORX-CDUnivision | 16 | 43 mi | 105° ESE | Poor | Walla Walla, WA |
| FOXKFFX-TVFox | 11 | 55 mi | 120° ESE | Fair | Pendleton, OR |
Over-the-air TV in Finley
Finley is a town of about 6,010 people in Washington. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 44 licensed TV transmitters: 6 full-power, 6 Class A, 12 low-power and 20 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 14 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 14 transmitters are within 25 miles, 21 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther out.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 42 (KVEW), NBC on channel 25 (KNDU), Fox on channel 11 (KBWU-LD), CW on channel 19.2 (KEPR-TV) and Univision on channel 15 (KVVK-CD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KLEW-TV in Lewiston, ID, 95 miles to the east. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (good signal). 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 Finley
Point your antenna SW, at about 233°. The main network towers for Finley sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KNDU and KVEW, transmit from the same tower site about 5.8 miles southwest of Finley (233° SW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Finley at fair strength or better, 80% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Finley, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Finley
The farthest main network tower for Finley is KVEW (ABC), 5.9 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here.
KFFX-TV (Fox), 55 miles southeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
K28QK-D is only 2.7 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 Finley
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 37; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K28QK-DLow power | 2.7 mi | 172° S | Strong | Pasco, WA |
| KTNWFull power | 5.7 mi | 233° SW | Strong | Richland, WA |
| K06QD-DLow power | 5.8 mi | 233° SW | Fair | Pasco, WA |
| K21OT-DLow power | 5.8 mi | 233° SW | Good | Pasco-Kennewick, WA |
| K32KY-DLow power | 5.8 mi | 233° SW | Good | Pasco, WA |
| K31KW-DLow power | 15 mi | 292° WNW | Fair | Richland, WA |
| K20KG-DLow power | 15 mi | 292° WNW | Weak | Pasco, WA |
| KRLB-LDLow power | 15 mi | 292° WNW | Fair | Richland, Etc, WA |
| K19KP-DLow power | 17 mi | 226° SW | Fair | Hermiston, OR |
| K31KL-DClass A | 32 mi | 101° ESE | Weak | Walla Walla, WA |
| K36EW-DClass A | 32 mi | 104° ESE | Poor | College Place, WA |
| K34MZ-DTranslator | 35 mi | 274° W | Poor | Prosser, WA |
| KWCZ-LDTranslator | 35 mi | 274° W | Poor | Sunnyside-Grandview, WA |
| KXHG-LDTranslator | 35 mi | 274° W | Poor | Sunnyside, WA |
| K23JU-DLow power | 35 mi | 274° W | Poor | Prosser, WA |
| KWWO-LDLow power | 40 mi | 128° SE | Poor | Walla Walla, WA |
| K21JQ-DClass A | 43 mi | 105° ESE | Poor | Walla Walla, WA |
| K33EJ-DClass A | 43 mi | 105° ESE | Weak | Walla Walla, WA |
| K14HT-DTranslator | 43 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Walla Walla, Etc., WA |
| K30OA-DTranslator | 43 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Milton-Freewater, OR |
| K24ME-DTranslator | 43 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Milton-Freewater, OR |
| K20MJ-DTranslator | 43 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Milton-Freewater, OR |
| K29EG-DTranslator | 43 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Milton, Etc, OR |
| K23FH-DTranslator | 43 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Milton-Freewater, OR |
| K35FO-DTranslator | 43 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Milton-Freewater, OR |
How Finley compares with the rest of Washington
With 14 stations at fair strength or better, Finley ranks 266th of 398 places in Washington: fewer than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 5.8 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.
16% of Washington's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Kennewick, 6.3 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Finley: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 234° SW, the direction of KVEW (ABC), 5.9 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 14 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 Finley, WA?
ABC is on channel 42 from KVEW, broadcasting from 5.9 miles SW of Finley. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Finley, WA?
NBC is on channel 25 from KNDU, broadcasting from 5.8 miles SW of Finley. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Finley, WA?
Fox is on channel 11 from KBWU-LD, broadcasting from 5.8 miles SW of Finley. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Finley, WA?
CW is on channel 19.2 from KEPR-TV, broadcasting from 8.5 miles WSW of Finley. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Univision in Finley, WA?
Univision is on channel 15 from KVVK-CD, broadcasting from 8.5 miles WSW of Finley. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Finley?
44 transmitters within 70 miles of Finley; around 14 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Finley?
Point your antenna SW, at about 233°. The main network towers for Finley sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Finley?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks. Picking up Fox from up to 55 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Finley?
KFFX-TV (Fox), 55 miles southeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Finley?
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
- Burbank3.3 mi
- Highland4.1 mi
- Kennewick6.3 mi
- Pasco6.7 mi
- West Pasco9.5 mi
- Richland15 mi
- West Richland19 mi
- Benton City23 mi
- Basin City31 mi
- College Place32 mi
- Walla Walla34 mi
- Prosser35 mi
- Connell36 mi
- Grandview42 mi
- Waitsburg43 mi
- Othello47 mi
- Sunnyside48 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Umatilla, OR22 mi
- Hermiston, OR25 mi
- Milton-Freewater, OR35 mi
- Athena, OR35 mi
- Pendleton, OR35 mi
- Boardman, OR39 mi
- Pilot Rock, OR47 mi
More: all TV stations in Washington · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Finley; signal estimates ignore terrain.