TV channels & antenna towers in Tulalip, Washington
Tulalip has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 18 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K29ED-D, 9.9 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Tulalip
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 30 mi | 186° S | Good | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 30 mi | 185° S | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 30 mi | 185° S | Good | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 30 mi | 185° S | Good | Seattle, WA |
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 31 mi | 181° S | Good | Seattle, WA |
| IONKWPX-TVION | 33 | 42 mi | 159° SSE | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 43 mi | 213° SSW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 43 mi | 214° SW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| UNIKVOS-TVUnivision | 12 | 49 mi | 329° NNW | Good | Bellingham, WA |
Over-the-air TV in Tulalip
With roughly 9,250 residents, Tulalip is a town 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, 18 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 10 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Tulalip, 20 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 6 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.
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), 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 Tulalip
Point your antenna SSW, at about 192°. The main network towers for Tulalip sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, KIRO-TV, KUNS-TV, KOMO-TV and KING-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 30 miles south of Tulalip (186° S). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Tulalip at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Tulalip, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Tulalip
The farthest main network tower for Tulalip is KCPQ (Fox), 43 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.
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 Tulalip
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 | 9.9 mi | 129° SE | Fair | Everett, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 30 mi | 186° S | Fair | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 30 mi | 186° S | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| KONGFull power | 30 mi | 185° S | Good | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 30 mi | 185° S | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 30 mi | 185° S | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 31 mi | 181° S | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KZJOFull power | 31 mi | 181° S | Good | Seattle, WA |
| KSTWFull power | 31 mi | 181° S | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| K15MW-DLow power | 34 mi | 351° N | Weak | Bellingham, WA |
| KWDKFull power | 42 mi | 159° SSE | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| KUSE-LDLow power | 42 mi | 159° SSE | Poor | Seattle, WA |
| K18NI-DTranslator | 45 mi | 189° S | Poor | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| KBCBFull power | 49 mi | 329° NNW | Fair | Bellingham, WA |
| K18NJ-DLow power | 49 mi | 329° NNW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| K30RC-DLow power | 49 mi | 329° NNW | Poor | Bellingham, WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 56 mi | 191° S | Weak | Tacoma, WA |
| K18NH-DTranslator | 62 mi | 179° S | Poor | Puyallup, WA |
How Tulalip compares with the rest of Washington
With 18 stations at fair strength or better, Tulalip ranks 169th of 398 places in Washington: more than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 30 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 Marysville, 5.4 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Tulalip: 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 214° SW, the direction of KCPQ (Fox), 43 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 18 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 Tulalip, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 30 miles S of Tulalip. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Tulalip, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 30 miles S of Tulalip. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Tulalip, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 30 miles S of Tulalip. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Tulalip, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 43 miles SW of Tulalip. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Tulalip, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 30 miles S of Tulalip. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Tulalip?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Tulalip; around 18 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 Tulalip?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 192°. The main network towers for Tulalip sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Tulalip?
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 Tulalip?
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 Tulalip?
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
- Marysville5.4 mi
- Everett7.4 mi
- Mukilteo8.6 mi
- West Lake Stevens10 mi
- Lake Stevens11 mi
- Arlington12 mi
- Stanwood12 mi
- Eastmont13 mi
- Picnic Point13 mi
- Camano13 mi
- Lake Stickney13 mi
- Snohomish14 mi
- Picnic Point-North Lynnwood14 mi
- Mill Creek15 mi
- Martha Lake15 mi
- Silver Firs15 mi
- Hansville16 mi
- Mill Creek East17 mi
- Alderwood Manor17 mi
- Lynnwood17 mi
- North Creek18 mi
- Edmonds18 mi
- Bothell West18 mi
- Bothell East19 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 Tulalip; signal estimates ignore terrain.