TV channels & antenna towers in Rogersville, Alabama
Rogersville has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WHDF (CW), 15 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Rogersville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWHDFCW | 15 | 15 mi | 37° NE | Fair | Florence, AL |
| FOXWZDXFox | 54 | 44 mi | 98° E | Good | Huntsville, AL |
| ABCWAAY-TVABC | 31 | 44 mi | 98° E | Good | Huntsville, AL |
| CBSWHNT-TVCBS | 19 | 44 mi | 98° E | Good | Huntsville, AL |
| NBCWAFFNBC | 48 | 44 mi | 100° E | Fair | Huntsville, AL |
| TLMWTHV-LDTelemundo | 29 | 44 mi | 100° E | Poor | Huntsville, AL |
Over-the-air TV in Rogersville
With roughly 1,230 residents, Rogersville is a small community in Alabama. Our map shows 20 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 3 Class A and 10 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Rogersville, 13 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 6 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Huntsville, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Huntsville's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 31 (WAAY-TV), CBS on channel 19 (WHNT-TV), NBC on channel 48 (WAFF), Fox on channel 54 (WZDX), CW on channel 15 (WHDF) and Telemundo on channel 29 (WTHV-LD). 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 Rogersville
Point your antenna E, at about 98°. The main network towers for Rogersville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WZDX, WAAY-TV, WHNT-TV and WAFF, transmit from the same tower site about 44 miles east of Rogersville (98° E). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Rogersville at fair strength or better, 80% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Rogersville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Rogersville
The farthest main network tower for Rogersville is WAFF (NBC), 44 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Rogersville
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WYAM-LDLow power | 28 mi | 129° SE | Fair | Priceville, AL |
| WTZT-CDClass A | 32 mi | 91° E | Weak | Athens, AL |
| WFIQFull power | 33 mi | 238° WSW | Good | Florence, AL |
| W20DF-DLow power | 34 mi | 229° SW | Weak | Russellville, AL |
| WHVD-LDLow power | 44 mi | 98° E | Poor | Huntsville, AL |
| W34EY-DClass A | 44 mi | 98° E | Poor | Huntsville, AL |
| WNAL-LDLow power | 44 mi | 98° E | Poor | Huntsville, AL |
| WHIQFull power | 44 mi | 98° E | Good | Huntsville, AL |
| W33EB-DLow power | 51 mi | 302° WNW | Poor | Olive Hill, TN |
| WCQT-LDLow power | 52 mi | 150° SSE | Poor | Cullman, AL |
| WFET-LDLow power | 59 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Columbia, TN |
| W34FB-DLow power | 66 mi | 215° SW | Poor | Hamilton, AL |
| W32EV-DClass A | 66 mi | 295° WNW | Poor | Adamsville, TN |
| W25FC-DLow power | 68 mi | 181° S | Poor | Jasper, AL |
How Rogersville compares with the rest of Alabama
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Rogersville ranks 281st of 314 places in Alabama: fewer than the typical Alabama town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 15 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 Athens, 18 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Rogersville: step by step
- 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.
- Point it toward 100° E, the direction of WAFF (NBC), 44 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 8 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 Rogersville, AL?
ABC is on channel 31 from WAAY-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles E of Rogersville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Rogersville, AL?
CBS is on channel 19 from WHNT-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles E of Rogersville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Rogersville, AL?
NBC is on channel 48 from WAFF, broadcasting from 44 miles E of Rogersville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Rogersville, AL?
Fox is on channel 54 from WZDX, broadcasting from 44 miles E of Rogersville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Rogersville, AL?
CW is on channel 15 from WHDF, broadcasting from 15 miles NE of Rogersville. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Rogersville?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of Rogersville; around 8 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 Rogersville?
Point your antenna E, at about 98°. The main network towers for Rogersville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Rogersville?
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 Rogersville?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Rogersville?
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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More: all TV stations in Alabama · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Rogersville; signal estimates ignore terrain.