TV channels & antenna towers in Carrollwood, Florida
Carrollwood has 34 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 28 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W31EG-D, 6.2 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Carrollwood
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PBSWEDUPBS | 3.1 | 20 mi | 135° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| UNIWVEA-TVUnivision | 50 | 20 mi | 135° SE | Strong | Tampa, FL |
| TLMWRMD-CDTelemundo | 49 | 20 mi | 135° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| CWWTTACW | 38 | 20 mi | 135° SE | Good | St. Petersburg, FL |
| ABCWFTS-TVABC | 28 | 20 mi | 135° SE | Strong | Tampa, FL |
| NBCWFLA-TVNBC | 8 | 20 mi | 135° SE | Good | Tampa, FL |
| IONWXPX-TVION | 66 | 21 mi | 138° SE | Good | Bradenton, FL |
| CBSWTSPCBS | 10 | 21 mi | 138° SE | Good | St. Petersburg, FL |
| UNIWVEA-TVUnivision | 50 | 21 mi | 138° SE | Strong | Venice, FL |
| MeTVWMOR-TVMeTV | 32.2 | 21 mi | 138° SE | Strong | Lakeland, FL |
| FOXWTVTFox | 13 | 22 mi | 136° SE | Good | Tampa, FL |
| ABCWWSBABC | 40 | 35 mi | 167° SSE | Fair | Sarasota, FL |
Over-the-air TV in Carrollwood
Carrollwood, Florida has a population of about 33,400. Our map shows 34 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 14 full-power, 6 Class A, 13 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 28 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 13 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 27 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 farther out. Six of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Tampa, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Tampa's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 28 (WFTS-TV), CBS on channel 10 (WTSP), NBC on channel 8 (WFLA-TV), Fox on channel 13 (WTVT), PBS on channel 3.1 (WEDU), CW on channel 38 (WTTA), ION on channel 66 (WXPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 49 (WRMD-CD), Univision on channel 50 (WVEA-TV) and MeTV on channel 32.2 (WMOR-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal) and Univision (strong 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 Carrollwood
Point your antenna SE, at about 136°. The main network towers for Carrollwood sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
11 network stations, WEDU, WVEA-TV, WRMD-CD, WTTA and WFTS-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 20 miles southeast of Carrollwood (135° SE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 12 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Carrollwood at fair strength or better, 92% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Carrollwood, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Carrollwood
The farthest main network tower for Carrollwood is WTVT (Fox), 22 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 Carrollwood
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W31EG-DLow power | 6.2 mi | 129° SE | Good | Tampa, FL |
| WDNP-LDLow power | 9.9 mi | 146° SE | Good | Tampa, FL |
| WARP-CDClass A | 15 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL |
| WEDQFull power | 20 mi | 135° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WTOGFull power | 20 mi | 135° SE | Strong | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WGCT-LDLow power | 20 mi | 135° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WTBT-LDLow power | 20 mi | 135° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WCLFFull power | 20 mi | 135° SE | Strong | Clearwater, FL |
| WZRA-CDClass A | 20 mi | 315° NW | Fair | Oldsmar, FL |
| WPDS-LDLow power | 21 mi | 243° WSW | Fair | Largo, Etc., FL |
| W16DQ-DLow power | 21 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WSPF-CDClass A | 21 mi | 138° SE | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WSVT-LDLow power | 21 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WXAX-CDClass A | 21 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Clearwater, FL |
| WTAM-LDLow power | 21 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| W32FH-DLow power | 22 mi | 230° SW | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| W36EC-DLow power | 33 mi | 78° ENE | Weak | Lakeland, FL |
| W05CO-DLow power | 35 mi | 167° SSE | Poor | Sarasota, FL |
| W26DP-DTranslator | 58 mi | 7° N | Poor | Inverness, FL |
| WYKE-CDClass A | 59 mi | 19° NNE | Poor | Wildwood, FL |
| WQFT-LDLow power | 61 mi | 26° NNE | Poor | Ocala, FL |
| WSNN-LDLow power | 64 mi | 174° S | Poor | Sarasota, FL |
How Carrollwood compares with the rest of Florida
With 28 stations at fair strength or better, Carrollwood ranks 251st of 786 places in Florida: more than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 20 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.
60% of Florida's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Town 'n' Country, 5.8 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Carrollwood: 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 136° SE, the direction of WTVT (Fox), 22 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 28 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 Carrollwood, FL?
ABC is on channel 28 from WFTS-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles SE of Carrollwood. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Carrollwood, FL?
CBS is on channel 10 from WTSP, broadcasting from 21 miles SE of Carrollwood. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Carrollwood, FL?
NBC is on channel 8 from WFLA-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles SE of Carrollwood. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Carrollwood, FL?
Fox is on channel 13 from WTVT, broadcasting from 22 miles SE of Carrollwood. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is PBS in Carrollwood, FL?
PBS is on channel 3.1 from WEDU, broadcasting from 20 miles SE of Carrollwood. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Carrollwood?
34 transmitters within 70 miles of Carrollwood; around 28 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 Carrollwood?
Point your antenna SE, at about 136°. The main network towers for Carrollwood sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Carrollwood?
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 Carrollwood?
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 Carrollwood?
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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- Town 'n' Country5.8 mi
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More: all TV stations in Florida · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Carrollwood; signal estimates ignore terrain.