TV channels & antenna towers in Benton, Arkansas
Benton has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 19 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K23OW-D, 16 miles to the W.
Network channels in Benton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVKMYA-LDMeTV | 49.1 | 17 mi | 22° NNE | Fair | Sheridan, AR |
| CBSKTHVCBS | 11 | 17 mi | 17° NNE | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| NBCKARK-TVNBC | 4 | 17 mi | 17° NNE | Strong | Little Rock, AR |
| UNIKLRA-CDUnivision | 20 | 17 mi | 18° NNE | Fair | Little Rock, AR |
| TLMKKYK-CDTelemundo | 30 | 17 mi | 18° NNE | Fair | Little Rock, AR |
| ABCKATVABC | 7 | 17 mi | 19° NNE | Strong | Little Rock, AR |
| FOXKLRT-TVFox | 16 | 17 mi | 18° NNE | Strong | Little Rock, AR |
| CWKASNCW | 38 | 23 mi | 112° ESE | Strong | Pine Bluff, AR |
Over-the-air TV in Benton
Benton, Arkansas has a population of about 34,200. There are 23 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 11 full-power, 3 Class A and 9 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 19 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 17 transmitters are within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 farther out. Six of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Little Rock, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Little Rock's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 7 (KATV), CBS on channel 11 (KTHV), NBC on channel 4 (KARK-TV), Fox on channel 16 (KLRT-TV), CW on channel 38 (KASN), Telemundo on channel 30 (KKYK-CD), Univision on channel 20 (KLRA-CD) and MeTV on channel 49.1 (KMYA-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal) and Univision (fair signal). 6 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 Benton
Point your antenna NNE, at about 18°. The main network towers for Benton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, KTHV, KARK-TV, KLRA-CD, KKYK-CD and KATV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 17 miles north of Benton (17° NNE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Benton at fair strength or better, 86% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Benton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Benton
The farthest main network tower for Benton is KLRT-TV (Fox), 17 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor 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 Benton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K23OW-DLow power | 16 mi | 265° W | Fair | Hot Springs, AR |
| K15MO-DLow power | 17 mi | 21° NNE | Fair | Little Rock, AR |
| KWMO-LDLow power | 17 mi | 18° NNE | Fair | Hot Springs, AR |
| KENH-LDLow power | 17 mi | 18° NNE | Fair | Hot Springs, AR |
| KTVV-LDLow power | 17 mi | 18° NNE | Fair | Hot Springs, AR |
| KKAPFull power | 17 mi | 18° NNE | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| KARZ-TVFull power | 17 mi | 18° NNE | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| KKME-LDLow power | 17 mi | 18° NNE | Fair | Little Rock, AR |
| KETSFull power | 23 mi | 112° ESE | Fair | Little Rock, AR |
| K19MC-DLow power | 29 mi | 234° SW | Poor | Bonnerdale, AR |
| KVTH-DTFull power | 29 mi | 243° WSW | Fair | Hot Springs, AR |
| KVTN-DTFull power | 31 mi | 94° E | Good | Pine Bluff, AR |
| KIPB-LDLow power | 40 mi | 127° SE | Poor | Pine Bluff, AR |
| KETGFull power | 54 mi | 214° SSW | Weak | Arkadelphia, AR |
| KRAH-CDClass A | 59 mi | 321° NW | Poor | Morrilton, AR |
How Benton compares with the rest of Arkansas
With 19 stations at fair strength or better, Benton ranks 15th of 214 places in Arkansas: more than the typical Arkansas town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 17 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.
12% of Arkansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Little Rock, 21 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Benton: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 18° NNE, the direction of KLRT-TV (Fox), 17 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 19 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 Benton, AR?
ABC is on channel 7 from KATV, broadcasting from 17 miles NNE of Benton. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Benton, AR?
CBS is on channel 11 from KTHV, broadcasting from 17 miles NNE of Benton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Benton, AR?
NBC is on channel 4 from KARK-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles NNE of Benton. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Benton, AR?
Fox is on channel 16 from KLRT-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles NNE of Benton. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Benton, AR?
CW is on channel 38 from KASN, broadcasting from 23 miles ESE of Benton. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Benton?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Benton; around 19 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 Benton?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 18°. The main network towers for Benton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Benton?
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 Benton?
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 Benton?
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 Arkansas cities
- Bryant6.0 mi
- East End14 mi
- Malvern19 mi
- Sheridan21 mi
- Little Rock21 mi
- North Little Rock23 mi
- Maumelle23 mi
- Redfield24 mi
- Hot Springs Village25 mi
- Sherwood27 mi
- Hot Springs27 mi
- Hot Springs National Park27 mi
- Perryville33 mi
- Jacksonville34 mi
- White Hall35 mi
- England35 mi
- Conway37 mi
- Pine Bluff41 mi
- Arkadelphia41 mi
- Morrilton41 mi
- Vilonia42 mi
- Lonoke42 mi
- Cabot43 mi
- Greenbrier48 mi
More: all TV stations in Arkansas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Benton; signal estimates ignore terrain.