TV channels & antenna towers in Hamburg, Arkansas

Hamburg has 13 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS, NBC, ION and MeTV. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KTVE (NBC), 27 miles to the WSW.

Open Hamburg in the live finder

13TV transmitters within 70 miles

4networks over the air

27 mito the closest tower

2,791population

Network channels in Hamburg

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
NBCKTVENBC	10	27 mi	247° WSW	Good	El Dorado, AR
MeTVKMYA-DTMeTV	49.1	52 mi	273° W	Fair	Camden, AR
IONKMCT-TVION	39.2	54 mi	202° SSW	Poor	West Monroe, LA
CBSWXVT-LDCBS	17	70 mi	64° ENE	Poor	Cleveland, MS
IONWFXWION	15.2	70 mi	64° ENE	Poor	Greenville, MS

Over-the-air TV in Hamburg

Hamburg, Arkansas has a population of about 2,790. Our map shows 13 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 5 full-power, 1 Class A, 6 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 10 farther out.

For the networks, the best local options are CBS on channel 17 (WXVT-LD), NBC on channel 10 (KTVE), ION on channel 15.2 (WFXW) and MeTV on channel 49.1 (KMYA-DT). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KNOE-TV in Monroe, LA, 73 miles to the south. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WNTZ-TV in Natchez, MS, 108 miles to the south. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Hamburg

Point your antenna WSW, at about 247°. The main network towers for Hamburg sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Hamburg, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Hamburg

The farthest main network tower for Hamburg is KTVE (NBC), 27 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

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 Hamburg

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
KETZFull power	27 mi	247° WSW	Fair	El Dorado, AR
K29NC-DLow power	43 mi	203° SSW	Poor	Monroe, LA
W19EF-DLow power	47 mi	74° ENE	Poor	Greenville, MS
KLMB-CDClass A	50 mi	268° W	Poor	El Dorado, AR
K20OC-DTranslator	50 mi	269° W	Poor	El Dorado, AR
KCIB-LDLow power	50 mi	268° W	Poor	El Dorado, AR
KCWL-LDLow power	52 mi	200° SSW	Poor	Monroe, LA
KIPB-LDLow power	69 mi	349° N	Poor	Pine Bluff, AR

How Hamburg compares with the rest of Arkansas

With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Hamburg ranks 192nd of 214 places in Arkansas: fewer than the typical Arkansas town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 27 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.

38% of Arkansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Greenville, 44 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Hamburg: 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 247° WSW, the direction of KTVE (NBC), 27 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 3 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 CBS in Hamburg, AR?

CBS is on channel 17 from WXVT-LD, broadcasting from 70 miles ENE of Hamburg. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is NBC in Hamburg, AR?

NBC is on channel 10 from KTVE, broadcasting from 27 miles WSW of Hamburg. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hamburg?

13 transmitters within 70 miles of Hamburg; around 3 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 Hamburg?

Point your antenna WSW, at about 247°. The main network towers for Hamburg sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Hamburg?

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 Hamburg?

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 Hamburg?

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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