TV channels & antenna towers in Arizona City, Arizona
Arizona City has 50 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 20 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KGRQ-LD, 17 miles to the N.
Network channels in Arizona City
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKPHO-TVCBS | 5 | 46 mi | 331° NNW | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| CWKAZT-CDCW | 7 | 46 mi | 331° NNW | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| IONKPPX-TVION | 51 | 46 mi | 331° NNW | Good | Tolleson, AZ |
| ABCKNXV-TVABC | 15 | 46 mi | 331° NNW | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| TLMKTAZTelemundo | 39 | 46 mi | 331° NNW | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| UNIKTVW-DTUnivision | 33 | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| TBNKPAZ-TVTrinity | 21 | 46 mi | 331° NNW | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| NBCKPNXNBC | 12 | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Good | Mesa, AZ |
| PBSKAETPBS | 8 | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Fair | Phoenix, AZ |
| FOXKSAZ-TVFox | 10 | 46 mi | 331° NNW | Fair | Phoenix, AZ |
| UNIKUVE-CDUnivision | 46 | 48 mi | 137° SE | Poor | Tucson, AZ |
| TLMKHRRTelemundo | 40 | 48 mi | 137° SE | Good | Tucson, AZ |
| UNIKUVE-DTUnivision | 46 | 60 mi | 113° ESE | Fair | Green Valley, AZ |
| ABCKGUN-TVABC | 9 | 60 mi | 113° ESE | Fair | Tucson, AZ |
| CWKTTUCW | 18 | 60 mi | 113° ESE | Good | Tucson, AZ |
| NBCKVOANBC | 4 | 60 mi | 113° ESE | Good | Tucson, AZ |
| FOXKMSBFox | 11 | 60 mi | 113° ESE | Good | Tucson, AZ |
| CBSKOLD-TVCBS | 13 | 60 mi | 113° ESE | Fair | Tucson, AZ |
Over-the-air TV in Arizona City
With roughly 10,500 residents, Arizona City is a town in Arizona. Our map shows 50 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 20 full-power, 6 Class A, 18 low-power and 6 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 20 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 14 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Arizona City, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 48 are more than 45 miles out. Eight of the 18 network stations in range are licensed to Phoenix, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Phoenix's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 15 (KNXV-TV), CBS on channel 5 (KPHO-TV), NBC on channel 12 (KPNX), Fox on channel 11 (KMSB), PBS on channel 8 (KAET), CW on channel 18 (KTTU), ION on channel 51 (KPPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 39 (KTAZ), Univision on channel 33 (KTVW-DT) and Trinity on channel 21 (KPAZ-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 4 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 Arizona City
The main network towers around Arizona City are in different directions: ABC 331° NNW (46 mi), CBS 331° NNW (46 mi), NBC 330° NNW (46 mi), Fox 113° ESE (60 mi) and PBS 330° NNW (46 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Ten network stations, KPHO-TV, KAZT-CD, KPPX-TV, KNXV-TV and KTAZ and others, transmit from the same tower site about 46 miles northwest of Arizona City (331° NNW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 16 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Arizona City at fair strength or better, 56% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Arizona City, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Arizona City
The farthest main network tower for Arizona City is KMSB (Fox), 60 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Arizona City
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 32; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KGRQ-LDLow power | 17 mi | 359° N | Fair | Gila River Indian Co, AZ |
| K06QW-DLow power | 39 mi | 303° WNW | Poor | Sentinel, AZ |
| KPDF-CDClass A | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| K14RK-DLow power | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| KFPH-CDClass A | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| KTVKFull power | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| KPHE-LDLow power | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| KUTPFull power | 46 mi | 331° NNW | Good | Phoenix, AZ |
| KGRX-LDLow power | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Gila River Indian Co, AZ |
| KGRY-LDLow power | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Gila River Indian Co, AZ |
| KDPH-LDLow power | 46 mi | 331° NNW | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| K12XP-DLow power | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| KTVP-LDLow power | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| KEJR-LDTranslator | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| KVPA-LDLow power | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| KFPB-LDLow power | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| K30MM-DLow power | 46 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Phoenix, AZ |
| KPCE-LDLow power | 47 mi | 136° SE | Poor | Tucson, AZ |
| K17PF-DClass A | 48 mi | 137° SE | Poor | Casas Adobes, AZ |
| KGRF-LDLow power | 54 mi | 323° NW | Poor | Gila River Indian Co, AZ |
| KUAS-TVFull power | 54 mi | 134° SE | Weak | Tucson, AZ |
| K27OP-DTranslator | 54 mi | 134° SE | Poor | Oro Valley/Tucson, AZ |
| KUDF-LPLow power | 60 mi | 113° ESE | Poor | Tucson, AZ |
| KFTU-CDClass A | 60 mi | 113° ESE | Poor | Tucson, AZ |
| K35OU-DLow power | 60 mi | 113° ESE | Poor | Tucson, AZ |
How Arizona City compares with the rest of Arizona
With 20 stations at fair strength or better, Arizona City ranks 44th of 215 places in Arizona: more than the typical Arizona town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 46 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
46% of Arizona's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Casa Grande, 9.9 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Arizona City: 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 113° ESE, the direction of KMSB (Fox), 60 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 20 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 Arizona City, AZ?
ABC is on channel 15 from KNXV-TV, broadcasting from 46 miles NNW of Arizona City. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Arizona City, AZ?
CBS is on channel 5 from KPHO-TV, broadcasting from 46 miles NNW of Arizona City. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Arizona City, AZ?
NBC is on channel 12 from KPNX, broadcasting from 46 miles NNW of Arizona City. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Arizona City, AZ?
Fox is on channel 11 from KMSB, broadcasting from 60 miles ESE of Arizona City. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is PBS in Arizona City, AZ?
PBS is on channel 8 from KAET, broadcasting from 46 miles NNW of Arizona City. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Arizona City?
50 transmitters within 70 miles of Arizona City; around 20 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 Arizona City?
The main network towers around Arizona City are in different directions: ABC 331° NNW (46 mi), CBS 331° NNW (46 mi), NBC 330° NNW (46 mi), Fox 113° ESE (60 mi) and PBS 330° NNW (46 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Arizona City?
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 142° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Arizona City?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Arizona City?
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 Arizona · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Arizona City; signal estimates ignore terrain.