TV channels & antenna towers in Pacific, Washington
Pacific has 25 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 21 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K18NH-D, 6.3 miles to the S.
Network channels in Pacific
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONKWPX-TVION | 33 | 21 mi | 38° NE | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 24 mi | 354° N | Good | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 26 mi | 350° N | Good | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 26 mi | 349° N | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 26 mi | 349° N | Good | Seattle, WA |
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 26 mi | 349° N | Good | Seattle, WA |
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 32 mi | 308° NW | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 33 mi | 307° NW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
Over-the-air TV in Pacific
With roughly 7,120 residents, Pacific is a town in Washington. Our map shows 25 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 15 full-power, 8 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 21 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 13 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 10 transmitters are within 25 miles, 11 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 farther 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). 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 Pacific
Point your antenna NNW, at about 339°. The main network towers for Pacific 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 26 miles north of Pacific (350° N). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Pacific at fair strength or better, 63% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Pacific, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Pacific
The farthest main network tower for Pacific is KCPQ (Fox), 33 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 Pacific
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K18NH-DTranslator | 6.3 mi | 186° S | Good | Puyallup, WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 12 mi | 275° W | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| K18NI-DTranslator | 14 mi | 322° NW | Fair | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| KWDKFull power | 21 mi | 38° NE | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KUSE-LDLow power | 21 mi | 38° NE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KSTWFull power | 24 mi | 354° N | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KZJOFull power | 24 mi | 354° N | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 24 mi | 354° N | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KONGFull power | 26 mi | 350° N | Good | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 26 mi | 350° N | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 26 mi | 350° N | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 26 mi | 349° N | Fair | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 26 mi | 349° N | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| K29ED-DLow power | 50 mi | 7° N | Poor | Everett, WA |
| K17NX-DLow power | 62 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Centralia/Chehalis, WA |
| KCKAFull power | 62 mi | 218° SW | Fair | Centralia, WA |
| K15MI-DLow power | 62 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Centralia/Chelasis, WA |
How Pacific compares with the rest of Washington
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, Pacific ranks 5th of 398 places in Washington: more than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 21 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 Auburn, 3.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Pacific: 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 307° NW, the direction of KCPQ (Fox), 33 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 21 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 Pacific, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles N of Pacific. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Pacific, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles N of Pacific. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Pacific, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles N of Pacific. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Pacific, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 33 miles NW of Pacific. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Pacific, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles N of Pacific. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Pacific?
25 transmitters within 70 miles of Pacific; around 21 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 Pacific?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 339°. The main network towers for Pacific sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Pacific?
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 Pacific?
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 Pacific?
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
- Lakeland South1.8 mi
- Edgewood2.3 mi
- Auburn3.1 mi
- Milton3.2 mi
- Sumner4.3 mi
- Lakeland North4.9 mi
- Federal Way5.0 mi
- Fife5.3 mi
- Lea Hill5.3 mi
- Puyallup5.8 mi
- Bonney Lake6.7 mi
- Waller7.1 mi
- Kent8.1 mi
- Lake Morton-Berrydale8.3 mi
- South Hill8.6 mi
- Summit8.7 mi
- Covington8.8 mi
- Tacoma9.1 mi
- Midland9.9 mi
- Prairie Ridge10.0 mi
- Summit View10 mi
- Des Moines10 mi
- East Hill-Meridian11 mi
- Parkland11 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 Pacific; signal estimates ignore terrain.