TV channels & antenna towers in Clinton, Arkansas
Clinton has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, Telemundo and Univision. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KEMV, 18 miles to the NNE.
Network channels in Clinton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKLRT-TVFox | 16 | 55 mi | 182° S | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| CBSKTHVCBS | 11 | 55 mi | 182° S | Fair | Little Rock, AR |
| NBCKARK-TVNBC | 4 | 55 mi | 182° S | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| UNIKLRA-CDUnivision | 20 | 55 mi | 182° S | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| TLMKKYK-CDTelemundo | 30 | 55 mi | 182° S | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| ABCKATVABC | 7 | 55 mi | 182° S | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| MeTVKMYA-LDMeTV | 49.1 | 55 mi | 181° S | Poor | Sheridan, AR |
| MeTVKXMP-LDMeTV | 8 | 59 mi | 315° NW | Poor | Harrison, AR |
Over-the-air TV in Clinton
Clinton is a town of about 2,540 people in Arkansas. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 20 licensed TV transmitters: 7 full-power, 3 Class A, 9 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 19 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.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7 (KATV), CBS on channel 11 (KTHV), NBC on channel 4 (KARK-TV), Fox on channel 16 (KLRT-TV), 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 (very weak signal) and Univision (very weak 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 Clinton
Point your antenna S, at about 182°. The main network towers for Clinton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, KLRT-TV, KTHV, KARK-TV, KLRA-CD and KKYK-CD and others, transmit from the same tower site about 55 miles south of Clinton (182° S). 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 Clinton at fair strength or better, all arrive from the south, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Clinton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Clinton
The farthest main network tower for Clinton is KATV (ABC), 55 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.
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 Clinton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEMVFull power | 18 mi | 32° NNE | Fair | Mountain View, AR |
| K26GS-DLow power | 48 mi | 318° NW | Poor | Harrison, AR |
| KRAH-CDClass A | 51 mi | 241° WSW | Poor | Morrilton, AR |
| K07XL-DTranslator | 53 mi | 3° N | Poor | Mountain Home, AR |
| KARZ-TVFull power | 55 mi | 182° S | Good | Little Rock, AR |
| KKME-LDLow power | 55 mi | 182° S | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| KTVV-LDLow power | 55 mi | 182° S | Poor | Hot Springs, AR |
| KKAPFull power | 55 mi | 182° S | Fair | Little Rock, AR |
| KWMO-LDLow power | 55 mi | 182° S | Poor | Hot Springs, AR |
| KENH-LDLow power | 55 mi | 182° S | Poor | Hot Springs, AR |
| K15MO-DLow power | 55 mi | 181° S | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| K21JS-DLow power | 62 mi | 317° NW | Poor | Harrison, AR |
How Clinton compares with the rest of Arkansas
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Clinton ranks 139th of 214 places in Arkansas: fewer than the typical Arkansas town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 55 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.
50% of Arkansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Conway, 35 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Clinton: 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 182° S, the direction of KATV (ABC), 55 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 Clinton, AR?
ABC is on channel 7 from KATV, broadcasting from 55 miles S of Clinton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Clinton, AR?
CBS is on channel 11 from KTHV, broadcasting from 55 miles S of Clinton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Clinton, AR?
NBC is on channel 4 from KARK-TV, broadcasting from 55 miles S of Clinton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Clinton, AR?
Fox is on channel 16 from KLRT-TV, broadcasting from 55 miles S of Clinton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Telemundo in Clinton, AR?
Telemundo is on channel 30 from KKYK-CD, broadcasting from 55 miles S of Clinton. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Clinton?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of Clinton; 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 Clinton?
Point your antenna S, at about 182°. The main network towers for Clinton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Clinton?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Clinton?
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 Clinton?
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
- Fairfield Bay10 mi
- Marshall24 mi
- Greenbrier25 mi
- Heber Springs25 mi
- Mountain View27 mi
- Morrilton34 mi
- Conway35 mi
- Atkins36 mi
- Vilonia38 mi
- Dover39 mi
- Pottsville41 mi
- Calico Rock41 mi
- Russellville44 mi
- Mayflower44 mi
- Melbourne45 mi
- Perryville45 mi
- Yellville46 mi
- Dardanelle47 mi
- Searcy47 mi
- Southside48 mi
- Batesville48 mi
- Gassville48 mi
- Beebe49 mi
- Cabot49 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 Clinton; signal estimates ignore terrain.