TV channels & antenna towers in Ladonia, Alabama

Ladonia has 34 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox, CW and Trinity. About 22 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WYBU-CD, 1.3 miles to the E.

34TV transmitters within 70 miles
5networks over the air
1.3 mito the closest tower
3,142population

Network channels in Ladonia

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
CWWLTZCW38.2 11 mi94° E GoodColumbus, GA
FOXWXTXFox54 12 mi92° E StrongColumbus, GA
ABCWTVMABC9 20 mi121° ESE FairColumbus, GA
CBSWRBLCBS3 20 mi121° ESE StrongColumbus, GA
CWWBMMCW22 58 mi242° WSW FairTuskegee, AL
TBNWMCF-TVTrinity45 65 mi266° W PoorMontgomery, AL

Over-the-air TV in Ladonia

Ladonia, Alabama has a population of about 3,140. There are 34 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 11 full-power, 1 Class A and 22 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 22 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 11 at good or strong strength.

18 of them are within 25 miles of Ladonia, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 10 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Columbus, GA, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Columbus's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 9 (WTVM), CBS on channel 3 (WRBL), Fox on channel 54 (WXTX), CW on channel 38.2 (WLTZ) and Trinity on channel 45 (WMCF-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WSFA in Montgomery, AL, 72 miles to the southwest. 5 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Ladonia

Point your antenna ESE, at about 112°. The main network towers for Ladonia sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Two network stations, WLTZ and WXTX, transmit from the same tower site about 11 miles east of Ladonia (94° E). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.

Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Ladonia at fair strength or better, 40% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across two other directions.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Ladonia, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Ladonia

The farthest main network tower for Ladonia is WRBL (CBS), 20 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.

WYBU-CD is only 1.3 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.

Other stations near Ladonia

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 28; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WYBU-CDClass A1.3 mi 95° EStrongColumbus, GA
WAUA-LDLow power2.2 mi 92° EStrongColumbus, GA
W19DW-DLow power11 mi 94° EWeakColumbus, GA
WRDP-LDLow power11 mi 94° EGoodColumbus, GA
W27DK-DLow power11 mi 94° EWeakColumbus, GA
W32FV-DLow power11 mi 94° EGoodColumbus, GA
WXVK-LDLow power12 mi 321° NWGoodColumbus, GA
W31EU-DLow power12 mi 321° NWFairColumbus, GA
W14FC-DLow power12 mi 321° NWGoodOpelika, AL
W25FW-DLow power12 mi 321° NWGoodColumbus, GA
WLGAFull power20 mi 121° ESEGoodOpelika, AL
W29FD-DLow power20 mi 121° ESEFairColumbus, GA
WQMK-LDLow power23 mi 327° NNWFairCusseta, AL
WAUT-LDLow power25 mi 295° WNWFairAuburn, AL
W36EO-DLow power30 mi 276° WFairAuburn, AL
W16DV-DLow power31 mi 307° NWWeakAlexander City, AL
WJSP-TVFull power34 mi 40° NEFairColumbus, GA
WCGZ-LDLow power39 mi 4° NPoorLanett, AL
W22EC-DLow power40 mi 5° NPoorLa Grange, GA
WCAC-LDLow power40 mi 4° NPoorLagrange, GA
WACS-TVFull power48 mi 140° SEFairDawson, GA
WGIQFull power56 mi 202° SSWFairLouisville, AL
WIYCFull power58 mi 241° WSWFairTroy, AL
WAXC-LDLow power60 mi 304° WNWPoorAlexander City, AL
WFRZ-LDLow power65 mi 266° WPoorMontgomery, AL

How Ladonia compares with the rest of Alabama

With 22 stations at fair strength or better, Ladonia ranks 56th of 314 places in Alabama: more than the typical Alabama town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 11 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.

43% of Alabama's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Phenix City, 4.6 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Ladonia: step by step

  1. Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
  2. Point it toward 121° ESE, the direction of WRBL (CBS), 20 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 22 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Ladonia, AL?

ABC is on channel 9 from WTVM, broadcasting from 20 miles ESE of Ladonia. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CBS in Ladonia, AL?

CBS is on channel 3 from WRBL, broadcasting from 20 miles ESE of Ladonia. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Ladonia, AL?

Fox is on channel 54 from WXTX, broadcasting from 12 miles E of Ladonia. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CW in Ladonia, AL?

CW is on channel 38.2 from WLTZ, broadcasting from 11 miles E of Ladonia. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ladonia?

34 transmitters within 70 miles of Ladonia; around 22 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.

Which direction should I point my TV antenna in Ladonia?

Point your antenna ESE, at about 112°. The main network towers for Ladonia sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Ladonia?

Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Ladonia?

WYBU-CD is only 1.3 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Ladonia?

Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.

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