TV channels & antenna towers in Linden, Alabama
Linden has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WIIQ, 6.0 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Linden
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWTOK-TVCW | 11.3 | 52 mi | 272° W | Weak | Meridian, MS |
| FOXWGBCFox | 30 | 52 mi | 272° W | Fair | Meridian, MS |
| CBSWMDNCBS | 24 | 52 mi | 272° W | Fair | Meridian, MS |
| TLMWBXM-CDTelemundo | 15 | 58 mi | 74° ENE | Poor | Selma, AL |
| CBSWAKACBS | 8 | 61 mi | 100° E | Good | Selma, AL |
| ABCWNCFABC | 32 | 61 mi | 100° E | Good | Montgomery, AL |
Over-the-air TV in Linden
Linden is a small community of about 2,030 people in Alabama. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 15 licensed TV transmitters: 7 full-power, 4 Class A and 4 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Linden, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 13 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Meridian, MS, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Meridian's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 32 (WNCF), CBS on channel 8 (WAKA), Fox on channel 30 (WGBC), CW on channel 11.3 (WTOK-TV) and Telemundo on channel 15 (WBXM-CD). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WSFA in Montgomery, AL, 98 miles to the east. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 2 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 Linden
The main network towers around Linden are in different directions: ABC 100° E (61 mi), CBS 100° E (61 mi) and Fox 272° W (52 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, WTOK-TV, WGBC and WMDN, transmit from the same tower site about 52 miles west of Linden (272° W). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Linden at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WGBC (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Linden. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Linden
The farthest main network tower for Linden is WAKA (CBS), 61 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WIIQ is only 6.0 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 Linden
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIIQFull power | 6.0 mi | 311° NW | Strong | Demopolis, AL |
| W35EE-DLow power | 12 mi | 351° N | Good | Demopolis, AL |
| WOOK-LDLow power | 52 mi | 272° W | Poor | Meridian, MS |
| W32EQ-DLow power | 57 mi | 343° NNW | Poor | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WBIHFull power | 58 mi | 74° ENE | Good | Selma, AL |
| WDVZ-CDClass A | 61 mi | 15° NNE | Poor | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WVUA-CDClass A | 61 mi | 15° NNE | Poor | Tuscaloosa/Northport, AL |
| WJMY-CDClass A | 65 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| WEEL-LDLow power | 65 mi | 345° NNW | Poor | Tuscaloosa, AL |
How Linden compares with the rest of Alabama
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Linden ranks 291st of 314 places in Alabama: fewer than the typical Alabama town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 52 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.
28% of Alabama's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Linden: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 100° E, the direction of WAKA (CBS), 61 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
- Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
- Expect around 7 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
- Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is ABC in Linden, AL?
ABC is on channel 32 from WNCF, broadcasting from 61 miles E of Linden. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Linden, AL?
CBS is on channel 8 from WAKA, broadcasting from 61 miles E of Linden. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Linden, AL?
Fox is on channel 30 from WGBC, broadcasting from 52 miles W of Linden. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Linden, AL?
CW is on channel 11.3 from WTOK-TV, broadcasting from 52 miles W of Linden. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Telemundo in Linden, AL?
Telemundo is on channel 15 from WBXM-CD, broadcasting from 58 miles ENE of Linden. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Linden?
15 transmitters within 70 miles of Linden; around 7 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Linden?
The main network towers around Linden are in different directions: ABC 100° E (61 mi), CBS 100° E (61 mi) and Fox 272° W (52 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Linden?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 172° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Linden?
WIIQ is only 6.0 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 Linden?
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.
TV channels in nearby Alabama cities
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More: all TV stations in Alabama · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Linden; signal estimates ignore terrain.