KMNE-TV
Full power TV station · Bassett, Nebraska
KMNE-TV is a full power over-the-air TV station, licensed to Bassett, Nebraska. Its signal is estimated to reach about 14 cities and towns within 63 miles.
About KMNE-TV
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 27 kW effective radiated power, KMNE-TV runs more power than 15% of full-power TV stations nationwide (median: 273 kW). Stations on VHF channels are licensed at much lower power than UHF stations to cover the same area, so a low figure does not always mean a weak signal.
Its antenna sits 453 m above the average surrounding terrain, higher than 65% of full-power stations. Taller antennas see farther: this one's radio horizon is roughly 62 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 14 cities and towns in our guide with about 13,200 residents.
Station facts
| Network | Independent / not listed |
| Virtual channel | Not listed |
| Station type | Full power (DTV) |
| City of license | Bassett, NE |
| Tower location | 42.33472, -99.48417 |
| Effective radiated power | 27 kW |
| Antenna height (HAAT) | 453 m (1,486 ft) |
| FCC facility ID | 47981 |
| License status | Licensed |
Cities that can receive KMNE-TV
Estimated with an outdoor antenna. Direction is from the city toward the tower.
| City | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bassett, NE | 18 mi | 171° S | Fair |
| Ainsworth, NE | 24 mi | 127° SE | Fair |
| Atkinson, NE | 29 mi | 242° WSW | Fair |
| Brewster, NE | 34 mi | 35° NE | Fair |
| Springview, NE | 36 mi | 158° SSE | Fair |
| Taylor, NE | 39 mi | 352° N | Fair |
| Burwell, NE | 42 mi | 335° NNW | Fair |
| O'Neill, NE | 44 mi | 259° W | Fair |
| Butte, NE | 51 mi | 219° SW | Fair |
| Bartlett, NE | 57 mi | 303° WNW | Fair |
| Ord, NE | 58 mi | 331° NNW | Fair |
| Burke, SD | 59 mi | 190° S | Fair |
| Thedford, NE | 61 mi | 66° ENE | Fair |
| Gregory, SD | 62 mi | 183° S | Fair |
Frequently asked questions
Where is the KMNE-TV transmitter tower?
KMNE-TV broadcasts from a tower at 42.3347, -99.4842, near Bassett, NE. It is licensed to Bassett, Nebraska.
How far does KMNE-TV 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 KMNE-TV with an antenna?
About 13,200 people live in the 14 cities and towns within its estimated fair-signal range, not counting rural residents between them.
Which way do I point my antenna for KMNE-TV?
Open the live finder from your address to get the exact compass bearing to the KMNE-TV tower, or use the table above if your city is listed.