What Is LPFM?

All over the country and across the FM broadcast band, there are radio stations transmitting with the power needed to run a light bulb. Low power FM (LPFM) are noncommercial radio stations licensed by the FCC. They are run by nonprofit organizations, schools, community groups, local governments, and churches. They are not available to individuals or for commercial operations. Low power FM stations operate at 100 Watts or less and reach a radius of about 3-10 miles. These Low Power FM stations (LPFMs) continuously pump out high-powered content. LPFMs are a forum for nonprofits, schools, churches, community centers, farm worker organizations, unions, environmentalists, and just about anyone else who wants to amplify their message.