TV channels & antenna towers in Marianna, Arkansas
Marianna has 26 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W20DW-D, 18 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Marianna
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWMC-TVNBC | 5 | 56 mi | 61° ENE | Fair | Memphis, TN |
| TLMWTME-LDTelemundo | 14 | 59 mi | 62° ENE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| FOXWHBQ-TVFox | 13 | 59 mi | 62° ENE | Weak | Memphis, TN |
| CBSWREG-TVCBS | 3 | 59 mi | 61° ENE | Fair | Memphis, TN |
| IONWPXX-TVION | 50 | 61 mi | 60° ENE | Fair | Memphis, TN |
| ABCWATN-TVABC | 24 | 65 mi | 58° ENE | Fair | Memphis, TN |
| TBNWBUY-TVTrinity | 40 | 65 mi | 58° ENE | Fair | Holly Springs, MS |
| CWWLMTCW | 30 | 65 mi | 58° ENE | Fair | Memphis, TN |
Over-the-air TV in Marianna
Marianna is a town of about 3,770 people in Arkansas. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 26 licensed TV transmitters: 12 full-power, 1 Class A and 13 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 22 farther out. Seven of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Memphis, TN, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Memphis's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 24 (WATN-TV), CBS on channel 3 (WREG-TV), NBC on channel 5 (WMC-TV), Fox on channel 13 (WHBQ-TV), CW on channel 30 (WLMT), ION on channel 50 (WPXX-TV), Telemundo on channel 14 (WTME-LD) and Trinity on channel 40 (WBUY-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 5 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 Marianna
Point your antenna ENE, at about 60°. The main network towers for Marianna sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WATN-TV, WBUY-TV and WLMT, transmit from the same tower site about 65 miles northeast of Marianna (58° ENE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Marianna at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northeast, so this is an easy place to aim.
WATN-TV (ABC), WREG-TV (CBS), WMC-TV (NBC) and WHBQ-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Marianna. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Marianna
The farthest main network tower for Marianna is WATN-TV (ABC), 65 miles away with a fair 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 Marianna
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W20DW-DLow power | 18 mi | 154° SSE | Fair | Clarksdale, MS |
| WPYM-LDLow power | 23 mi | 215° SW | Weak | Little Rock, AR |
| WPRQ-LDLow power | 43 mi | 164° SSE | Poor | Clarksdale, MS |
| W34ER-DLow power | 43 mi | 181° S | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| WPED-LDLow power | 53 mi | 73° ENE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| WDNM-LDLow power | 59 mi | 62° ENE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| KVTJ-DTFull power | 59 mi | 13° NNE | Fair | Jonesboro, AR |
| WKNOFull power | 59 mi | 63° ENE | Fair | Memphis, TN |
| WFBI-LDLow power | 61 mi | 60° ENE | Poor | South East Memphis, TN |
| WPGF-LDLow power | 61 mi | 60° ENE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| WTWVFull power | 61 mi | 60° ENE | Fair | Memphis, TN |
| WWTWFull power | 61 mi | 60° ENE | Fair | Senatobia, MS |
| WWWN-LDLow power | 61 mi | 60° ENE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| W15EA-DClass A | 65 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| WQEK-LDLow power | 65 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| KPMF-LDLow power | 65 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| WQEO-LDLow power | 65 mi | 58° ENE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| WMAV-TVFull power | 69 mi | 119° ESE | Weak | Oxford, MS |
How Marianna compares with the rest of Arkansas
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Marianna ranks 99th of 214 places in Arkansas: more than the typical Arkansas town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 56 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 West Memphis, 41 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Marianna: 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 58° ENE, the direction of WATN-TV (ABC), 65 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 11 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 Marianna, AR?
ABC is on channel 24 from WATN-TV, broadcasting from 65 miles ENE of Marianna. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Marianna, AR?
CBS is on channel 3 from WREG-TV, broadcasting from 59 miles ENE of Marianna. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Marianna, AR?
NBC is on channel 5 from WMC-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles ENE of Marianna. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Marianna, AR?
Fox is on channel 13 from WHBQ-TV, broadcasting from 59 miles ENE of Marianna. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Marianna, AR?
CW is on channel 30 from WLMT, broadcasting from 65 miles ENE of Marianna. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Marianna?
26 transmitters within 70 miles of Marianna; around 11 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 Marianna?
Point your antenna ENE, at about 60°. The main network towers for Marianna sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Marianna?
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 Marianna?
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 Marianna?
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
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- Wynne31 mi
- Clarendon32 mi
- Earle38 mi
- West Memphis41 mi
- McCrory42 mi
- Marion44 mi
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Nearby cities in other states
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- Tunica Resorts, MS24 mi
- Friars Point, MS29 mi
- Jonestown, MS36 mi
- Clarksdale, MS41 mi
- Horn Lake, MS43 mi
- Hernando, MS43 mi
- Southaven, MS45 mi
- Marks, MS45 mi
- New South Memphis, TN45 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 Marianna; signal estimates ignore terrain.