KNKX is a listener-supported public radio station broadcasting jazz, blues, and NPR news to Western Washington.
Founded in 1965, KNKX is a listener-supported public radio station that broadcasts a blend of jazz, blues, and comprehensive NPR news programming to the Puget Sound region. The station focuses on serving its audience with unique music and in-depth news content.
KNKX reaches over 400,000 weekly listeners through a network of 12 radio signals across Western Washington, covering areas including Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, and Bellingham. Its offerings include the Radio Broadcasting Service and community programs like the School of Jazz Program, which impacts thousands of students.
The station maintains an inclusive and equitable workplace, supported by ongoing staff education and career development partnerships, such as with the University of Washington School of Journalism. KNKX is committed to serving historically underserved audiences and operates within the media, broadcasting, and public radio industry verticals.
