WNTZ-TV (Fox) · Channel 48
Full power TV station · Natchez, Mississippi
WNTZ-TV is a full power over-the-air TV station affiliated with Fox on virtual channel 48, licensed to Natchez, Mississippi. Its signal is estimated to reach about 46 cities and towns within 63 miles.
About WNTZ-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 530 kW effective radiated power, WNTZ-TV runs more power than 62% of full-power TV stations nationwide (median: 273 kW).
Its antenna sits 312 m above the average surrounding terrain, higher than 34% of full-power stations. Taller antennas see farther: this one's radio horizon is roughly 53 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 46 cities and towns in our guide with about 223,000 residents, as far as Monroe, LA (63 miles).
The nearest other Fox station in our data is WDBD in Jackson, MS, 86 miles away. Viewers between the two can sometimes receive both.
Fox is one of the four big commercial broadcast networks, known for its sports lineup including NFL, MLB and college football. Many Fox affiliates also produce local news.
Station facts
| Network | Fox |
| Virtual channel | 48 |
| Station type | Full power (DTV) |
| City of license | Natchez, MS |
| Tower location | 31.66906, -91.69181 |
| Effective radiated power | 530 kW |
| Antenna height (HAAT) | 312 m (1,025 ft) |
| FCC facility ID | 16539 |
| License status | Licensed |
Cities that can receive WNTZ-TV
Estimated with an outdoor antenna. Direction is from the city toward the tower.
| City | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Ferriday, LA | 7.3 mi | 286° WNW | Strong |
| Jonesville, LA | 8.0 mi | 68° ENE | Strong |
| Ferriday, LA | 8.5 mi | 288° WNW | Strong |
| Minorca, LA | 14 mi | 297° WNW | Strong |
| Vidalia, LA | 17 mi | 295° WNW | Strong |
| Natchez, MS | 19 mi | 294° WNW | Strong |
| Morgantown, MS | 21 mi | 288° WNW | Good |
| Jena, LA | 26 mi | 92° E | Good |
| Midway, LA | 27 mi | 93° E | Good |
| Saint Joseph, LA | 32 mi | 237° WSW | Good |
| Winnsboro, LA | 34 mi | 177° S | Good |
| Deville, LA | 35 mi | 52° NE | Good |
| Olla, LA | 36 mi | 116° ESE | Good |
| Banks Springs, LA | 37 mi | 140° SE | Good |
| Fayette, MS | 37 mi | 266° W | Good |
| Urania, LA | 38 mi | 111° ESE | Good |
| Newellton, LA | 38 mi | 224° SW | Good |
| Marksville, LA | 43 mi | 30° NNE | Good |
| Ball, LA | 46 mi | 67° ENE | Good |
| Port Gibson, MS | 46 mi | 244° WSW | Good |
| Mansura, LA | 47 mi | 26° NNE | Good |
| Simmesport, LA | 48 mi | 8° N | Good |
| Pineville, LA | 50 mi | 61° ENE | Good |
| Alexandria, LA | 51 mi | 61° ENE | Good |
| Bude, MS | 52 mi | 286° WNW | Good |
| Cottonport, LA | 52 mi | 24° NNE | Good |
| Centreville, MS | 54 mi | 318° NW | Good |
| Delhi, LA | 56 mi | 192° SSW | Fair |
| Rayville, LA | 56 mi | 176° S | Fair |
| Bunkie, LA | 57 mi | 30° NNE | Fair |
| Lecompte, LA | 58 mi | 46° NE | Fair |
| Winnfield, LA | 59 mi | 107° ESE | Fair |
| Richwood, LA | 59 mi | 157° SSE | Fair |
| Tallulah, LA | 59 mi | 210° SSW | Fair |
| Woodworth, LA | 60 mi | 53° NE | Fair |
| Colfax, LA | 61 mi | 80° E | Fair |
| Bawcomville, LA | 62 mi | 153° SSE | Fair |
| Brownsville, LA | 63 mi | 154° SSE | Fair |
| Lakeshore, LA | 63 mi | 162° SSE | Fair |
| Monroe, LA | 63 mi | 157° SSE | Fair |
Frequently asked questions
Where is the WNTZ-TV transmitter tower?
WNTZ-TV broadcasts from a tower at 31.6691, -91.6918, near West Ferriday, LA. It is licensed to Natchez, Mississippi.
What channel is WNTZ-TV on?
WNTZ-TV appears as virtual channel 48 (48.1 and its subchannels) when you scan with an antenna, carrying Fox.
How far does WNTZ-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 72 miles. Hills and buildings can shorten that.
How many people can watch WNTZ-TV with an antenna?
About 223,000 people live in the 46 cities and towns within its estimated fair-signal range, not counting rural residents between them.
Which way do I point my antenna for WNTZ-TV?
Open the live finder from your address to get the exact compass bearing to the WNTZ-TV tower, or use the table above if your city is listed.