TV channels & antenna towers in Key West, Florida
Key West has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 15 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WKIZ-LD, 1.0 miles to the W.
Over-the-air TV in Key West
Key West, Florida has a population of about 25,800. There are 16 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 2 full-power, 1 Class A, 11 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 15 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 13 at good or strong strength.
15 of them are within 25 miles of Key West, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 1 is more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WSVN in Miami, FL, 138 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WFOR-TV in Miami, FL, 138 miles to the northeast. 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 Key West
Point your antenna W, at about 259°. The nearest towers for Key West sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Key West, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Key West
The farthest of the closest towers for Key West is W16CL-D, 1.0 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
WGEN-TV is only 1.2 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other TV stations near Key West
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WKIZ-LDTranslator | 1.0 mi | 259° W | Good | Key West, FL |
| W25DQ-DLow power | 1.0 mi | 259° W | Good | Key West, FL |
| W16CL-DLow power | 1.0 mi | 259° W | Good | Key West, FL |
| W21EK-DLow power | 1.0 mi | 259° W | Good | Key West, FL |
| W22FI-DLow power | 1.0 mi | 259° W | Good | Key West, FL |
| WGEN-TVFull power | 1.2 mi | 271° W | Strong | Key West, FL |
| WSBS-TVFull power | 1.2 mi | 271° W | Good | Key West, FL |
| WFIB-LDLow power | 1.2 mi | 271° W | Strong | Key West, FL |
| WFSF-LDLow power | 1.2 mi | 271° W | Good | Key West, FL |
| W12DI-DTranslator | 1.2 mi | 271° W | Good | Key West, FL |
| WEYW-LPLow power | 2.8 mi | 64° ENE | Good | Key West, FL |
| W33EP-DLow power | 2.9 mi | 67° ENE | Good | Key West, FL |
| WCAY-CDClass A | 3.1 mi | 73° ENE | Good | Key West, FL |
| WGZT-LDLow power | 17 mi | 65° ENE | Fair | Key West, FL |
| WYMI-LDLow power | 19 mi | 64° ENE | Fair | Summerland Key, FL |
| W29CW-DLow power | 55 mi | 74° ENE | Poor | Duck Key, FL |
How Key West compares with the rest of Florida
With 15 stations at fair strength or better, Key West ranks 620th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23).
23% of Florida's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Key West: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 259° W, the direction of W16CL-D, 1.0 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 15 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Key West?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Key West; around 15 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Key West?
Point your antenna W, at about 259°. The nearest towers for Key West sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Key West?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Key West?
WGEN-TV is only 1.2 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Key West?
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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