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TV channels & antenna towers in Marshall, Arkansas

Marshall has 10 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying MeTV. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KEMV, 20 miles to the ESE.

Open Marshall in the live finder
10TV transmitters within 70 miles
1networks over the air
20 mito the closest tower
1,300population

Network channels in Marshall

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
MeTVKXMP-LDMeTV8 37 mi302° WNW PoorHarrison, AR

Over-the-air TV in Marshall

Marshall, Arkansas has a population of about 1,300. There are 10 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 2 full-power, 2 Class A, 5 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.

By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 5 farther out.

The strongest network signals here are MeTV on channel 8 (KXMP-LD). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KATV in Little Rock, AR, 77 miles to the south. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTHV in Little Rock, AR, 77 miles to the south. 2 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 Marshall

The main network towers around Marshall are in different directions: KEMV 109° ESE (20 mi) and K26GS-D 302° WNW (26 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Marshall

The farthest main network tower for Marshall is K26GS-D, 26 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.

K07XL-D, 33 miles northeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.

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 Marshall

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
KEMVFull power20 mi 109° ESEFairMountain View, AR
K26GS-DLow power26 mi 302° WNWFairHarrison, AR
K07XL-DTranslator33 mi 23° NNEPoorMountain Home, AR
K21JS-DLow power40 mi 305° NWPoorHarrison, AR
KRAH-CDClass A59 mi 217° SWPoorMorrilton, AR
KWBMFull power60 mi 337° NNWFairHarrison, AR
KBNS-CDClass A64 mi 332° NNWPoorBranson, MO
K17DL-DLow power68 mi 328° NNWPoorBranson, MO
K12XB-DLow power70 mi 297° WNWPoorEureka Springs, AR

How Marshall compares with the rest of Arkansas

With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Marshall ranks 192nd of 214 places in Arkansas: fewer than the typical Arkansas town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 37 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.

Setting up an antenna in Marshall: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 302° WNW, the direction of K26GS-D, 26 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. 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.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

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

10 transmitters within 70 miles of Marshall; 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 Marshall?

The main network towers around Marshall are in different directions: KEMV 109° ESE (20 mi) and K26GS-D 302° WNW (26 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Marshall?

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. The towers are spread over about 167° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help. Picking up the more distant stations from up to 33 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Marshall?

K07XL-D, 33 miles northeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Marshall?

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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More: all TV stations in Arkansas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Marshall; signal estimates ignore terrain.