TV channels & antenna towers in Monroe, Washington
Monroe 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, 11 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Monroe
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 23 mi | 224° SW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 23 mi | 229° SW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 24 mi | 229° SW | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 24 mi | 229° SW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 24 mi | 230° SW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| IONKWPX-TVION | 33 | 24 mi | 180° S | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 44 mi | 241° WSW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 44 mi | 242° WSW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| UNIKVOS-TVUnivision | 12 | 70 mi | 325° NW | Good | Bellingham, WA |
Over-the-air TV in Monroe
Monroe is a town of about 18,100 people in Washington. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 27 licensed TV transmitters: 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 11 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 17 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 7 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 Monroe
Point your antenna SW, at about 232°. The main network towers for Monroe 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 23 miles southwest of Monroe (229° 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 Monroe 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 Monroe, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Monroe
The farthest main network tower for Monroe is KCPQ (Fox), 44 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 Monroe
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 | 11 mi | 320° NW | Fair | Everett, WA |
| KZJOFull power | 23 mi | 224° SW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 23 mi | 224° SW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KSTWFull power | 23 mi | 224° SW | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KONGFull power | 23 mi | 229° SW | Good | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 23 mi | 229° SW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 23 mi | 229° SW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 24 mi | 230° SW | Fair | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 24 mi | 230° SW | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| KWDKFull power | 24 mi | 180° S | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KUSE-LDLow power | 24 mi | 180° S | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| K18NI-DTranslator | 37 mi | 217° SW | Poor | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 47 mi | 213° SSW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| K18NH-DTranslator | 49 mi | 196° SSW | Poor | Puyallup, WA |
| K15MW-DLow power | 53 mi | 338° NNW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| K30RC-DLow power | 70 mi | 325° NW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| KBCBFull power | 70 mi | 325° NW | Fair | Bellingham, WA |
| K18NJ-DLow power | 70 mi | 325° NW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
How Monroe compares with the rest of Washington
With 20 stations at fair strength or better, Monroe ranks 65th of 398 places in Washington: more than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 23 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 Bothell, 13 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Monroe: 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 242° WSW, the direction of KCPQ (Fox), 44 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 Monroe, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 24 miles SW of Monroe. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Monroe, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 24 miles SW of Monroe. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Monroe, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles SW of Monroe. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Monroe, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 44 miles WSW of Monroe. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Monroe, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 24 miles SW of Monroe. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Monroe?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Monroe; 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 Monroe?
Point your antenna SW, at about 232°. The main network towers for Monroe sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Monroe?
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 Monroe?
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 Monroe?
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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- Snohomish7.1 mi
- Maltby7.5 mi
- Duvall7.8 mi
- Silver Firs8.6 mi
- Cottage Lake9.1 mi
- North Creek9.8 mi
- Mill Creek East10 mi
- Eastmont10 mi
- Bothell East10 mi
- Mill Creek11 mi
- West Lake Stevens11 mi
- Woodinville11 mi
- Lake Stevens12 mi
- Martha Lake12 mi
- Union Hill-Novelty Hill12 mi
- Bothell13 mi
- Bothell West13 mi
- Kingsgate13 mi
- Lake Stickney14 mi
- Everett14 mi
- Redmond14 mi
- Kenmore14 mi
- Alderwood Manor15 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 Monroe; signal estimates ignore terrain.