TV channels & antenna towers in Cutler, California
Cutler has 30 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 21 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K17JI-D, 15 miles to the N.
Network channels in Cutler
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKMPH-TVFox | 26 | 25 mi | 66° ENE | Good | Visalia, CA |
| NBCKSEENBC | 24 | 39 mi | 349° NNW | Good | Fresno, CA |
| CBSKGPECBS | 47 | 39 mi | 349° NNW | Good | Fresno, CA |
| TLMKNSOTelemundo | 51 | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Good | Clovis, CA |
| UNIKFTV-DTUnivision | 21 | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Good | Hanford, CA |
| IONKVBC-LDION | 13 | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Reedley, CA |
| MeTVKGMCMeTV | 43.6 | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Fair | Merced, CA |
| ABCKFSN-TVABC | 30 | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Good | Fresno, CA |
| CWKFRE-TVCW | 59 | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Good | Sanger, CA |
Over-the-air TV in Cutler
Cutler, California has a population of about 5,000. There are 30 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 13 full-power, 3 Class A, 13 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 21 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 11 at good or strong strength.
10 of them are within 25 miles of Cutler, 19 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 1 is more than 45 miles out. Three of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Fresno, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Fresno's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 30 (KFSN-TV), CBS on channel 47 (KGPE), NBC on channel 24 (KSEE), Fox on channel 26 (KMPH-TV), CW on channel 59 (KFRE-TV), ION on channel 13 (KVBC-LD), Telemundo on channel 51 (KNSO), Univision on channel 21 (KFTV-DT) and MeTV on channel 43.6 (KGMC). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good 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 Cutler
The main network towers around Cutler are in different directions: ABC 348° NNW (39 mi), CBS 349° NNW (39 mi), NBC 349° NNW (39 mi) and Fox 66° ENE (25 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Seven network stations, KSEE, KGPE, KNSO, KFTV-DT and KGMC and others, transmit from the same tower site about 39 miles north of Cutler (349° NNW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Cutler at fair strength or better, 88% 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 Cutler, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Cutler
The farthest main network tower for Cutler is KFSN-TV (ABC), 39 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic 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 Cutler
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K17JI-DClass A | 15 mi | 1° N | Fair | Fresno, CA |
| KFAZ-CAClass A | 15 mi | 1° N | Fair | Visalia, CA |
| KJKZ-LDTranslator | 15 mi | 1° N | Fair | Fresno, CA |
| KVVG-LDLow power | 15 mi | 1° N | Fair | Porterville, CA |
| KMCF-LDLow power | 15 mi | 1° N | Fair | Visalia, CA |
| KMSG-LDLow power | 15 mi | 1° N | Fair | Fresno, CA |
| KVPTFull power | 15 mi | 1° N | Good | Fresno, CA |
| KJEO-LDLow power | 15 mi | 1° N | Fair | Fresno, CA |
| KFVD-LDLow power | 20 mi | 182° S | Fair | Porterville, CA |
| KNXT-LDLow power | 30 mi | 123° ESE | Good | Visalia, CA |
| KIFRFull power | 30 mi | 123° ESE | Good | Visalia, CA |
| KEDZFull power | 30 mi | 123° ESE | Weak | Tulare, CA |
| KTFF-DTFull power | 30 mi | 123° ESE | Good | Porterville, CA |
| KAILFull power | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Fair | Fresno, CA |
| KZMM-CDClass A | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Weak | Fresno, CA |
| KTFF-LDLow power | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Fresno, CA |
| KBID-LDLow power | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Fresno, CA |
| KVHF-LDLow power | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Fresno, CA |
| KHSC-LDLow power | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Fresno, CA |
| KSDI-LDLow power | 39 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Fresno, CA |
| K02QP-DLow power | 70 mi | 314° NW | Poor | Chowchilla, CA |
How Cutler compares with the rest of California
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, Cutler ranks 606th of 1,078 places in California: fewer than the typical California town (25). Its nearest major network tower is 25 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.
48% of California's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Dinuba, 5.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Cutler: 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 348° NNW, the direction of KFSN-TV (ABC), 39 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 21 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 Cutler, CA?
ABC is on channel 30 from KFSN-TV, broadcasting from 39 miles NNW of Cutler. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Cutler, CA?
CBS is on channel 47 from KGPE, broadcasting from 39 miles NNW of Cutler. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Cutler, CA?
NBC is on channel 24 from KSEE, broadcasting from 39 miles NNW of Cutler. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Cutler, CA?
Fox is on channel 26 from KMPH-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles ENE of Cutler. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Cutler, CA?
CW is on channel 59 from KFRE-TV, broadcasting from 39 miles NNW of Cutler. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Cutler?
30 transmitters within 70 miles of Cutler; around 21 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 Cutler?
The main network towers around Cutler are in different directions: ABC 348° NNW (39 mi), CBS 349° NNW (39 mi), NBC 349° NNW (39 mi) and Fox 66° ENE (25 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Cutler?
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 78° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Cutler?
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 Cutler?
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 California cities
- Orosi1.5 mi
- Dinuba5.7 mi
- Orange Cove7.1 mi
- Reedley10 mi
- Woodlake13 mi
- Visalia13 mi
- Parlier15 mi
- Kingsburg15 mi
- Farmersville16 mi
- Exeter18 mi
- Selma18 mi
- Sanger20 mi
- Three Rivers22 mi
- Tulare22 mi
- Fowler23 mi
- Hanford24 mi
- Lindsay25 mi
- Fresno31 mi
- Clovis31 mi
- Lemoore32 mi
- Riverdale32 mi
- Corcoran33 mi
- Old Fig Garden34 mi
- Porterville35 mi
More: all TV stations in California · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Cutler; signal estimates ignore terrain.