TV channels & antenna towers in Purdy, Washington
Purdy has 26 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 K18NI-D, 9.1 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Purdy
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 14 mi | 324° NW | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 14 mi | 322° NW | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 21 mi | 37° NE | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 21 mi | 37° NE | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 21 mi | 37° NE | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 21 mi | 37° NE | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 22 mi | 43° NE | Good | Seattle, WA |
| IONKWPX-TVION | 33 | 32 mi | 75° ENE | Good | Bellevue, WA |
Over-the-air TV in Purdy
Purdy is a small community of about 1,540 people in Washington. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 26 licensed TV transmitters: 15 full-power, 9 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.
18 of them are within 25 miles of Purdy, 3 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are 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.
For the networks, the best local options 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 Purdy
The main network towers around Purdy are in different directions: ABC 37° NE (21 mi), CBS 37° NE (21 mi), NBC 37° NE (21 mi) and Fox 322° NW (14 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, KIRO-TV, KUNS-TV, KOMO-TV and KING-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 21 miles northeast of Purdy (37° NE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Purdy at fair strength or better, 63% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Purdy, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Purdy
The farthest main network tower for Purdy is KING-TV (NBC), 21 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor 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 Purdy
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K18NI-DTranslator | 9.1 mi | 73° ENE | Fair | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 9.3 mi | 145° SE | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 21 mi | 37° NE | Fair | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 21 mi | 37° NE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KONGFull power | 21 mi | 37° NE | Strong | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 21 mi | 37° NE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 21 mi | 37° NE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KSTWFull power | 22 mi | 43° NE | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 22 mi | 43° NE | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KZJOFull power | 22 mi | 43° NE | Strong | Seattle, WA |
| K18NH-DTranslator | 23 mi | 131° SE | Fair | Puyallup, WA |
| KWDKFull power | 32 mi | 75° ENE | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KUSE-LDLow power | 32 mi | 75° ENE | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| K29ED-DLow power | 47 mi | 29° NNE | Poor | Everett, WA |
| K17NX-DLow power | 61 mi | 200° SSW | Poor | Centralia/Chehalis, WA |
| KCKAFull power | 61 mi | 200° SSW | Fair | Centralia, WA |
| K15MI-DLow power | 61 mi | 200° SSW | Poor | Centralia/Chelasis, WA |
| K25CG-DLow power | 61 mi | 239° WSW | Poor | Aberdeen, WA |
How Purdy compares with the rest of Washington
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, Purdy ranks 5th of 398 places in Washington: more than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 14 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 University Place, 11 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Purdy: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 37° NE, the direction of KING-TV (NBC), 21 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 Purdy, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles NE of Purdy. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Purdy, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles NE of Purdy. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Purdy, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles NE of Purdy. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Purdy, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 14 miles NW of Purdy. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Purdy, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles NE of Purdy. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Purdy?
26 transmitters within 70 miles of Purdy; around 21 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 Purdy?
The main network towers around Purdy are in different directions: ABC 37° NE (21 mi), CBS 37° NE (21 mi), NBC 37° NE (21 mi) and Fox 322° NW (14 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Purdy?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Purdy?
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 Purdy?
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.
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More: all TV stations in Washington · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Purdy; signal estimates ignore terrain.