TV channels & antenna towers in Maltby, Washington
Maltby has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 22 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K29ED-D, 12 miles to the N.
Network channels in Maltby
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 16 mi | 215° SW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 16 mi | 223° SW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 16 mi | 223° SW | Strong | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 16 mi | 223° SW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 16 mi | 224° SW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| IONKWPX-TVION | 33 | 22 mi | 162° SSE | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 36 mi | 241° WSW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 37 mi | 241° WSW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| UNIKVOS-TVUnivision | 12 | 69 mi | 331° NNW | Good | Bellingham, WA |
Over-the-air TV in Maltby
Maltby, Washington has a population of about 10,800. Our map shows 27 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 16 full-power, 9 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 22 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 11 at good or strong strength.
17 of them are within 25 miles of Maltby, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles 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 Maltby
Point your antenna SW, at about 228°. The main network towers for Maltby 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 16 miles southwest of Maltby (223° SW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Maltby at fair strength or better, 78% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Maltby, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Maltby
The farthest main network tower for Maltby is KCPQ (Fox), 37 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.
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 Maltby
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 | 12 mi | 357° N | Fair | Everett, WA |
| KZJOFull power | 16 mi | 215° SW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 16 mi | 215° SW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KSTWFull power | 16 mi | 215° SW | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KONGFull power | 16 mi | 223° SW | Strong | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 16 mi | 223° SW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 16 mi | 223° SW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 16 mi | 224° SW | Fair | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 16 mi | 224° SW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KWDKFull power | 22 mi | 162° SSE | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KUSE-LDLow power | 22 mi | 162° SSE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| K18NI-DTranslator | 30 mi | 210° SSW | Weak | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 41 mi | 207° SSW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| K18NH-DTranslator | 44 mi | 189° S | Poor | Puyallup, WA |
| K15MW-DLow power | 54 mi | 345° NNW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| KBCBFull power | 69 mi | 331° NNW | Fair | Bellingham, WA |
| K18NJ-DLow power | 69 mi | 331° NNW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| K30RC-DLow power | 69 mi | 331° NNW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
How Maltby compares with the rest of Washington
With 22 stations at fair strength or better, Maltby ranks 1st of 398 places in Washington: more than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 16 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 North Creek, 3.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Maltby: 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 241° WSW, the direction of KCPQ (Fox), 37 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 22 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 Maltby, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles SW of Maltby. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Maltby, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles SW of Maltby. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Maltby, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles SW of Maltby. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Maltby, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 37 miles WSW of Maltby. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Maltby, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles SW of Maltby. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Maltby?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Maltby; around 22 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 Maltby?
Point your antenna SW, at about 228°. The main network towers for Maltby sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Maltby?
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 Maltby?
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 Maltby?
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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- Bothell East3.3 mi
- Mill Creek East4.1 mi
- Woodinville4.2 mi
- Cottage Lake4.5 mi
- Silver Firs4.6 mi
- Bothell5.2 mi
- Mill Creek5.7 mi
- Bothell West5.9 mi
- Kingsgate6.2 mi
- Martha Lake6.7 mi
- Kenmore6.9 mi
- Eastmont7.1 mi
- Duvall7.3 mi
- Monroe7.5 mi
- Snohomish7.5 mi
- Brier7.6 mi
- Alderwood Manor7.9 mi
- Inglewood-Finn Hill8.0 mi
- Lake Forest Park8.5 mi
- Lake Stickney8.5 mi
- Redmond9.1 mi
- Mountlake Terrace9.2 mi
- Picnic Point-North Lynnwood9.3 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 Maltby; signal estimates ignore terrain.