TV channels & antenna towers in Newport, Washington
Newport has 23 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 KZJO, 6.7 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Newport
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 6.7 mi | 297° WNW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 9.0 mi | 298° WNW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 9.1 mi | 298° WNW | Strong | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 9.1 mi | 298° WNW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 9.2 mi | 298° WNW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| IONKWPX-TVION | 33 | 11 mi | 115° ESE | Strong | Bellevue, WA |
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 29 mi | 267° W | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 29 mi | 267° W | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
Over-the-air TV in Newport
Newport, Washington has a population of about 2,220. Our map shows 23 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 14 full-power, 7 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 15 at good or strong strength.
17 of them are within 25 miles of Newport, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 1 is more than 45 miles 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.
The best-placed network stations 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 Newport
Point your antenna WNW, at about 290°. The main network towers for Newport 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 9.0 miles northwest of Newport (298° WNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Newport 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 Newport, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Newport
The farthest main network tower for Newport is KCPQ (Fox), 29 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
KZJO is only 6.7 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 Newport
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KZJOFull power | 6.7 mi | 297° WNW | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| KSTWFull power | 6.7 mi | 297° WNW | Strong | Tacoma, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 6.7 mi | 297° WNW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| KONGFull power | 9.0 mi | 298° WNW | Strong | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 9.0 mi | 298° WNW | Good | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 9.0 mi | 298° WNW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 9.2 mi | 298° WNW | Good | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 9.2 mi | 298° WNW | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KWDKFull power | 11 mi | 115° ESE | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KUSE-LDLow power | 11 mi | 115° ESE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| K18NI-DTranslator | 16 mi | 231° SW | Fair | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 25 mi | 218° SW | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| K18NH-DTranslator | 28 mi | 188° S | Weak | Puyallup, WA |
| K29ED-DLow power | 28 mi | 5° N | Weak | Everett, WA |
| K15MW-DLow power | 69 mi | 351° N | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
How Newport compares with the rest of Washington
With 20 stations at fair strength or better, Newport ranks 65th of 398 places in Washington: more than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 6.7 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 Mercer Island, 1.9 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Newport: 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 267° W, the direction of KCPQ (Fox), 29 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 Newport, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 9.1 miles WNW of Newport. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Newport, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 9.2 miles WNW of Newport. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Newport, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 9.0 miles WNW of Newport. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Newport, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 29 miles W of Newport. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Newport, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 9.1 miles WNW of Newport. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Newport?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Newport; 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 Newport?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 290°. The main network towers for Newport sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Newport?
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 Newport?
KZJO is only 6.7 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.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Newport?
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
- Mercer Island1.9 mi
- Newcastle2.5 mi
- Bellevue2.9 mi
- West Lake Sammamish3.7 mi
- Bryn Mawr-Skyway6.0 mi
- Renton6.3 mi
- Sammamish6.8 mi
- East Renton Highlands6.8 mi
- City of Sammamish7.0 mi
- Seattle7.5 mi
- Issaquah7.5 mi
- Redmond7.6 mi
- Tukwila7.7 mi
- Kirkland7.7 mi
- Riverton8.0 mi
- Klahanie8.0 mi
- Boulevard Park8.4 mi
- Fairwood8.6 mi
- White Center8.9 mi
- SeaTac10.0 mi
- Union Hill-Novelty Hill10 mi
- Burien10 mi
- Inglewood-Finn Hill11 mi
- Kingsgate11 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 Newport; signal estimates ignore terrain.