YouTube TV Local Channels
YouTube TV includes your local ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC affiliates in most US markets, plus PBS and The CW in many areas. Availability is determined by your home ZIP code.
Which local networks are included
In the majority of markets the Base Plan carries all four major broadcast networks: ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC. Many markets also add PBS and The CW, and some include independent and religious stations depending on your DMA.
- ABC — local affiliate in most markets
- CBS — local affiliate in most markets
- FOX — local affiliate in most markets
- NBC — local affiliate in most markets
- PBS and The CW — available in many markets
Missing a local channel like channel 5 or 7?
If a local channel disappears, it's usually a carriage dispute between YouTube TV and the station owner, or your home ZIP code sits in a market where that station isn't carried. Check the YouTube TV help updates and confirm your home area is set correctly.
Because YouTube TV uses network names rather than cable numbers, 'channel 5' or 'channel 7' from your old cable box maps to a named affiliate like KTLA or WABC. Search by call sign or network name in the live guide to find it.
Channel reference table
| Channel Name | Category | Package | Add-On Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC ABC | Local | Base Plan | — |
| CBS CBS | Local | Base Plan | — |
| NBC NBC | Local | Base Plan | — |
| FOX FOX | Local | Base Plan | — |
| PBS PBS | Local | Base Plan | — |
| CW The CW | Local | Base Plan | — |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Why did I lose a local channel on YouTube TV?
Are local channels free on YouTube TV?
See your exact local lineup
Local affiliates vary by market. Enter your ZIP code and we'll show precisely which channels you'd get.