TV channels & antenna towers in Oracle, Arizona
Oracle has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 15 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KTTU (CW), 14 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Oracle
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKTTUCW | 18 | 14 mi | 166° SSE | Strong | Tucson, AZ |
| NBCKVOANBC | 4 | 14 mi | 166° SSE | Strong | Tucson, AZ |
| FOXKMSBFox | 11 | 14 mi | 166° SSE | Strong | Tucson, AZ |
| CBSKOLD-TVCBS | 13 | 14 mi | 166° SSE | Good | Tucson, AZ |
| ABCKGUN-TVABC | 9 | 14 mi | 166° SSE | Good | Tucson, AZ |
| UNIKUVE-DTUnivision | 46 | 14 mi | 167° SSE | Good | Green Valley, AZ |
| TLMKHRRTelemundo | 40 | 32 mi | 219° SW | Good | Tucson, AZ |
| UNIKUVE-CDUnivision | 46 | 32 mi | 219° SW | Fair | Tucson, AZ |
Over-the-air TV in Oracle
Oracle, Arizona has a population of about 3,690. There are 24 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 10 full-power, 3 Class A, 6 low-power and 5 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 15 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
10 of them are within 25 miles of Oracle, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 8 are more than 45 miles out. Seven of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Tucson, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Tucson's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 9 (KGUN-TV), CBS on channel 13 (KOLD-TV), NBC on channel 4 (KVOA), Fox on channel 11 (KMSB), CW on channel 18 (KTTU), Telemundo on channel 40 (KHRR) and Univision on channel 46 (KUVE-DT). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 3 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 Oracle
Point your antenna SSE, at about 166°. The main network towers for Oracle sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, KTTU, KVOA, KMSB, KOLD-TV and KGUN-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 14 miles south of Oracle (166° SSE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Oracle at fair strength or better, 75% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Oracle, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Oracle
The farthest main network tower for Oracle is KGUN-TV (ABC), 14 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
KTTU is only 14 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 Oracle
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KUAT-TVFull power | 14 mi | 166° SSE | Strong | Tucson, AZ |
| KUDF-LPLow power | 14 mi | 167° SSE | Fair | Tucson, AZ |
| KFTU-CDClass A | 14 mi | 167° SSE | Fair | Tucson, AZ |
| K35OU-DLow power | 14 mi | 167° SSE | Fair | Tucson, AZ |
| KUAS-TVFull power | 31 mi | 207° SSW | Fair | Tucson, AZ |
| K27OP-DTranslator | 31 mi | 207° SSW | Weak | Oro Valley/Tucson, AZ |
| KPCE-LDLow power | 31 mi | 220° SW | Weak | Tucson, AZ |
| K17PF-DClass A | 32 mi | 219° SW | Fair | Casas Adobes, AZ |
| K18NN-DLow power | 47 mi | 356° N | Poor | Globe, AZ |
| KDOS-LDLow power | 47 mi | 356° N | Poor | Globe, AZ |
| K14NA-DTranslator | 51 mi | 353° N | Poor | Globe & Miami, AZ |
| K31NV-DTranslator | 51 mi | 353° N | Poor | Globe-Miami, AZ |
| K26OD-DTranslator | 51 mi | 353° N | Poor | Globe, AZ |
| K27KS-DTranslator | 51 mi | 353° N | Poor | Globe/Miami, AZ |
| KWBA-TVFull power | 59 mi | 182° S | Fair | Sierra Vista, AZ |
| KGRQ-LDLow power | 59 mi | 297° WNW | Poor | Gila River Indian Co, AZ |
How Oracle compares with the rest of Arizona
With 15 stations at fair strength or better, Oracle ranks 66th of 215 places in Arizona: more than the typical Arizona town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 14 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
22% of Arizona's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Oro Valley, 19 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Oracle: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 166° SSE, the direction of KGUN-TV (ABC), 14 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 15 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 Oracle, AZ?
ABC is on channel 9 from KGUN-TV, broadcasting from 14 miles SSE of Oracle. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Oracle, AZ?
CBS is on channel 13 from KOLD-TV, broadcasting from 14 miles SSE of Oracle. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Oracle, AZ?
NBC is on channel 4 from KVOA, broadcasting from 14 miles SSE of Oracle. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Oracle, AZ?
Fox is on channel 11 from KMSB, broadcasting from 14 miles SSE of Oracle. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Oracle, AZ?
CW is on channel 18 from KTTU, broadcasting from 14 miles SSE of Oracle. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Oracle?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of Oracle; around 15 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Oracle?
Point your antenna SSE, at about 166°. The main network towers for Oracle sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Oracle?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Oracle?
KTTU is only 14 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 Oracle?
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 Arizona cities
- Saddle Brooke8.0 mi
- San Manuel8.2 mi
- Catalina11 mi
- Oro Valley19 mi
- Catalina Foothills23 mi
- Casas Adobes24 mi
- Tanque Verde25 mi
- Flowing Wells26 mi
- Tucson28 mi
- Marana29 mi
- South Tucson31 mi
- Kearny32 mi
- Picture Rocks33 mi
- Avra Valley34 mi
- Tucson Estates35 mi
- Drexel Heights36 mi
- Valencia West39 mi
- Summit39 mi
- Vail39 mi
- Corona de Tucson45 mi
- Florence46 mi
- Sahuarita46 mi
- Eloy47 mi
- Three Points49 mi
More: all TV stations in Arizona · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Oracle; signal estimates ignore terrain.