KMID (ABC) · Channel 2
Full power TV station · Midland, Texas
KMID is a full power over-the-air TV station affiliated with ABC on virtual channel 2, licensed to Midland, Texas. Its signal is estimated to reach about 17 cities and towns within 63 miles.
About KMID
Full-power stations are the main licensed broadcasters in a market. They may run the highest power from the tallest towers and are protected from interference, so they set the core of what you can receive.
At 1,000 kW effective radiated power, KMID runs more power than 79% of full-power TV stations nationwide (median: 273 kW).
Its antenna sits 275 m above the average surrounding terrain, higher than 21% of full-power stations. Taller antennas see farther: this one's radio horizon is roughly 50 miles, beyond which the signal fades quickly.
We estimate a fair-or-better signal out to about 63 miles with an outdoor antenna. That area includes 17 cities and towns in our guide with about 366,000 residents, as far as Big Spring, TX (49 miles).
KMID shares its transmitter site with KPEJ-TV (Fox). One antenna aimed at this site picks up all of them.
The nearest other ABC station in our data is KAMC in Lubbock, TX, 102 miles away. Viewers between the two can sometimes receive both.
ABC is one of the four big commercial broadcast networks. Local ABC affiliates carry the national morning, evening news and primetime schedule alongside their own local newscasts, and the network carries major sports such as NBA games.
Station facts
| Network | ABC |
| Virtual channel | 2 |
| Station type | Full power (DTV) |
| City of license | Midland, TX |
| Tower location | 32.09761, -102.28958 |
| Effective radiated power | 1,000 kW |
| Antenna height (HAAT) | 275 m (902 ft) |
| FCC facility ID | 35131 |
| License status | Licensed |
Cities that can receive KMID
Estimated with an outdoor antenna. Direction is from the city toward the tower.
| City | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardendale, TX | 7.5 mi | 45° NE | Strong |
| Midland, TX | 14 mi | 299° WNW | Strong |
| Odessa, TX | 18 mi | 15° NNE | Strong |
| Andrews, TX | 21 mi | 136° SE | Strong |
| West Odessa, TX | 21 mi | 35° NE | Strong |
| Stanton, TX | 29 mi | 266° W | Good |
| Seminole, TX | 48 mi | 154° SSE | Good |
| Lamesa, TX | 48 mi | 204° SSW | Good |
| Crane, TX | 49 mi | 4° N | Good |
| Big Spring, TX | 49 mi | 258° WSW | Good |
| Monahans, TX | 50 mi | 45° NE | Good |
| Kermit, TX | 50 mi | 70° ENE | Good |
| Garden City, TX | 50 mi | 289° WNW | Good |
| Jal, NM | 53 mi | 91° E | Good |
| Eunice, NM | 56 mi | 115° ESE | Fair |
| Wink, TX | 56 mi | 65° ENE | Fair |
| Seagraves, TX | 61 mi | 165° SSE | Fair |
Other network stations nearby
Frequently asked questions
Where is the KMID transmitter tower?
KMID broadcasts from a tower at 32.0976, -102.2896, near Gardendale, TX. It is licensed to Midland, Texas.
What channel is KMID on?
KMID appears as virtual channel 2 (2.1 and its subchannels) when you scan with an antenna, carrying ABC.
How far does KMID broadcast?
With an outdoor antenna, reception is usually workable up to about 63 miles from the tower, and possible in good conditions out to roughly 71 miles. Hills and buildings can shorten that.
How many people can watch KMID with an antenna?
About 366,000 people live in the 17 cities and towns within its estimated fair-signal range, not counting rural residents between them.
Which way do I point my antenna for KMID?
Open the live finder from your address to get the exact compass bearing to the KMID tower, or use the table above if your city is listed.