North Dakota Television Stations

Complete guide to broadcast television stations, networks, and local news across North Dakota

9

Full-Power TV Stations

2

DMA Markets

433K

Total TV Households

9

Prairie Public PBS Stations

North Dakota Television Markets

North Dakota is divided by the FCC into two designated market areas (DMAs) for television broadcasting. The western half of the state falls within the Minot-Bismarck-Dickinson-Williston market, while the eastern half is served by the Fargo-Valley City market, which extends into western Minnesota.

Fargo-Valley City DMA

  • Market Rank: #113 (2024-2025)
  • TV Households: 269,310
  • Coverage: 35 counties (ND/MN)
  • Major Cities: Fargo, Grand Forks, Valley City
  • Stations Available: 14 local broadcasts

Minot-Bismarck-Dickinson DMA

  • Market Rank: #147 (2024-2025)
  • TV Households: 163,860
  • Coverage: Western North Dakota
  • Major Cities: Bismarck, Minot, Dickinson, Williston
  • Population: Approximately 376,000

Eastern North Dakota Major Stations (Fargo-Valley City Market)

WDAY-TV (Channel 6 ABC) Fargo

Network: ABC

Owner: Forum Communications Company

History: Started broadcasting June 1, 1953 as the first TV station in eastern North Dakota and second in the state

Coverage: Flagship station with three semi-satellite stations across North Dakota

Website: wday.com

KVLY-TV (Channel 11 NBC) Fargo

Network: NBC

Brand: Valley News Live

Owner: Gray Television

Power: 356 kW

History: Began broadcasting October 11, 1959, became NBC affiliate in 1983

Website: valleynewslive.com

KXJB-LD (Channel 30 CBS) Valley City

Network: CBS / The CW Plus

Brand: KX4

Owner: Gray Television

History: Launched December 1954, only major Fargo station that never changed primary affiliation

News: Simulcasts KVLY's Valley News Live newscasts

KVRR (Channel 15 FOX) Fargo

Network: FOX

Owner: Red River Broadcasting

Power: 4,170 kW

Coverage: Fargo, ND and Moorhead, MN metropolitan area

Website: kvrr.com

WDAZ-TV (Channel 8 ABC) Devils Lake/Grand Forks

Network: ABC

Owner: Forum Communications Company

Power: 19 kW

Service Area: Grand Forks and northeastern North Dakota

Website: wday.com

KRDK-TV (Channel 4 Independent) Valley City

Network: Independent

Owner: Major Market Broadcasting

Power: 383 kW

Coverage: Fargo-Valley City market

Western North Dakota Stations (Bismarck-Minot-Dickinson Market)

KFYR-TV (Channel 5 NBC) Bismarck

Network: NBC

Brand: NBC North Dakota (flagship)

Subchannels: FOX, Me-TV, Outlaw, Quest, Grit

Coverage: Bismarck-Mandan, Minot, Williston, Dickinson

Website: kfyrtv.com

KXMB-TV (Channel 12 CBS) Bismarck

Network: CBS

Brand: KX Television (flagship)

Owner: Nexstar Media Group

Subchannels: CW+, Laff, Mystery

Website: kxnet.com

KBMY (Channel 17 ABC) Bismarck

Network: ABC

Owner: Forum Communications

Power: 75 kW

Subchannels: My/True Crime, Ion, Ion Plus, Court TV

Network: Semi-satellite of WDAY-TV

KMCY (Channel 14 ABC) Minot

Network: ABC

Owner: Forum Communications

Power: 40 kW

Network: Semi-satellite of WDAY-TV

KXMA-TV (Channel 2 CBS) Dickinson

Network: CBS

Owner: Nexstar Media Group

Type: Semi-satellite of KXMB-TV Bismarck

KNDB (Channel 26 BEK) Bismarck

Network: BEK TV

Subchannels: BEK Sports, BEK News

Type: Regional broadcast network

Prairie Public Broadcasting (PBS)

Prairie Public operates North Dakota's statewide PBS television network, providing educational and public broadcasting to all of North Dakota plus portions of Minnesota, Montana, South Dakota, and Manitoba, Canada.

Network Information

  • Headquarters: 5th Street North, Fargo
  • Satellite Studio: North 15th Street, Bismarck
  • Member: PBS and NPR
  • Founded: 1959 (predecessor organization)
  • First Broadcast: January 19, 1964 (KFME)

Digital Subchannels

  • 3-1: Prairie Public HD Programming
  • 3-2: World Channel
  • 3-3: Minnesota Channel
  • 3-4: PBS Kids
Coverage: Prairie Public is available via flagship station KFME in Fargo and eight satellite stations covering all of North Dakota, most cable and satellite providers, and streaming on Hulu.

Main Stations

  • KFME (Channel 13): Fargo (flagship, 245 kW)
  • KBME-TV (Channel 3): Bismarck
  • KCGE-DT: Crookston/Grand Forks

Website: prairiepublic.org

Nine full-power stations and four low-power translators serve the entire state network.

Complete North Dakota TV Station Directory

All full-power television stations licensed in North Dakota.

Call LettersChannelNetworkCityOwnerPower
WDAY6ABCFargoForum CommunicationsFull-power
WDAZ8ABCDevils Lake/Grand ForksForum Communications19 kW
KVLY11NBCFargoGray Television356 kW
KFME13PBSFargoPrairie Public245 kW
KMCY14ABCMinotForum Communications40 kW
KVRR15FOXFargoRed River Broadcasting4,170 kW
KBMY17ABCBismarckForum Communications75 kW
KXJB-LD30CBS/CW+Valley CityGray TelevisionLow-power
KRDK4IndependentValley CityMajor Market Broadcasting383 kW
KFYR5NBCBismarckNBC North DakotaFull-power
KXMB12CBSBismarckNexstar Media GroupFull-power
KXMA2CBSDickinsonNexstar Media GroupFull-power
KNDB26BEKBismarckBEK CommunicationsFull-power

Frequently Asked Questions

North Dakota has 9 full-power television stations broadcasting across the state. These stations are divided between two DMA markets: the Fargo-Valley City market in eastern North Dakota and the Minot-Bismarck-Dickinson-Williston market in western North Dakota. Additionally, Prairie Public Broadcasting operates a network of 9 full-power PBS stations and 4 low-power translators providing statewide coverage.

North Dakota viewers have access to all major broadcast networks. In the Fargo market: ABC (WDAY-TV), NBC (KVLY-TV), CBS (KXJB-LD), and FOX (KVRR). In the Bismarck market: NBC (KFYR-TV), CBS (KXMB-TV), and ABC (KBMY). Prairie Public Broadcasting provides PBS programming statewide on multiple channels. Many stations also broadcast additional networks on digital subchannels including The CW, Me-TV, Ion, and others.

North Dakota is divided into two designated market areas (DMAs). The Fargo-Valley City market ranks #113 nationally with 269,310 TV households and covers 35 counties in eastern North Dakota and western Minnesota. The Minot-Bismarck-Dickinson-Williston market ranks #147 with 163,860 TV households and serves western North Dakota. Together, these markets provide television service to approximately 433,000 households statewide.

Prairie Public Broadcasting provides PBS programming throughout North Dakota. The flagship station KFME (channel 13) broadcasts from Fargo with 245 kW of power, and KBME-TV (channel 3) serves the Bismarck area. Prairie Public operates nine full-power stations and four low-power translators covering the entire state. The network offers four digital subchannels: Prairie Public HD (3-1), World Channel (3-2), Minnesota Channel (3-3), and PBS Kids (3-4). Programming is also available on cable, satellite, and streaming via Hulu.

Fargo area viewers can watch local news on multiple stations. WDAY-TV (ABC) has been serving the community since 1953 and is owned by local Forum Communications Company. KVLY-TV (NBC) broadcasts Valley News Live, which is simulcast on sister station KXJB-LD (CBS). KVRR (FOX) also provides local news coverage for the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area. These stations maintain news bureaus and provide comprehensive coverage of local, regional, and state news, weather, and sports.

Western North Dakota is served by several major stations based in Bismarck. KFYR-TV (NBC, channel 5) is the flagship of NBC North Dakota and provides local news for Bismarck-Mandan, Minot, Williston, and Dickinson. KXMB-TV (CBS, channel 12) operates as the flagship of KX Television network. KBMY (ABC, channel 17) is part of the WDAY-TV network owned by Forum Communications. These stations maintain semi-satellite operations in Minot (KMCY) and Dickinson (KXMA) to serve the entire western half of the state.

Yes, most North Dakota TV stations offer online streaming and digital content. Valley News Live (KVLY/KXJB) streams at valleynewslive.com, WDAY-TV at wday.com, KVRR at kvrr.com, KFYR-TV at kfyrtv.com, and KX Television at kxnet.com. Prairie Public Broadcasting streams on prairiepublic.org and is also available on Hulu. Most stations provide live news streams, video on demand, weather updates, and mobile apps for iOS and Android devices. Check individual station websites for specific streaming options and requirements.

North Dakota TV stations are owned by a mix of local and national broadcasting companies. Forum Communications Company, headquartered in Fargo, owns WDAY-TV, WDAZ-TV, KBMY, and KMCY, maintaining significant local ownership. Gray Television owns KVLY-TV and KXJB-LD in the Fargo market. Nexstar Media Group operates the KX Television network (KXMB and KXMA). Red River Broadcasting owns KVRR. Prairie Public Broadcasting is a nonprofit organization serving as the PBS member station. This ownership structure provides a balance between local community involvement and national broadcasting resources.

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Last updated on November 27, 2025