TV channels & antenna towers in Medulla, Florida
Medulla has 57 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 35 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W36EC-D, 13 miles to the N.
Network channels in Medulla
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWTVTFox | 13 | 19 mi | 238° WSW | Good | Tampa, FL |
| PBSWEDUPBS | 3.1 | 20 mi | 245° WSW | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| UNIWVEA-TVUnivision | 50 | 20 mi | 245° WSW | Strong | Tampa, FL |
| TLMWRMD-CDTelemundo | 49 | 20 mi | 245° WSW | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| CWWTTACW | 38 | 20 mi | 244° WSW | Good | St. Petersburg, FL |
| ABCWFTS-TVABC | 28 | 20 mi | 244° WSW | Strong | Tampa, FL |
| NBCWFLA-TVNBC | 8 | 20 mi | 244° WSW | Good | Tampa, FL |
| IONWXPX-TVION | 66 | 20 mi | 240° WSW | Good | Bradenton, FL |
| CBSWTSPCBS | 10 | 20 mi | 240° WSW | Good | St. Petersburg, FL |
| UNIWVEA-TVUnivision | 50 | 20 mi | 240° WSW | Strong | Venice, FL |
| MeTVWMOR-TVMeTV | 32.2 | 20 mi | 240° WSW | Strong | Lakeland, FL |
| ABCWWSBABC | 40 | 37 mi | 220° SW | Fair | Sarasota, FL |
| TLMWTMO-CDTelemundo | 31 | 54 mi | 35° NE | Poor | Orlando, FL |
| IONWOPX-TVION | 56 | 62 mi | 69° ENE | Good | Melbourne, FL |
| UNIWVEN-TVUnivision | 43 | 69 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Melbourne, FL |
| TBNWHLV-TVTrinity | 52 | 69 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Cocoa, FL |
| CWWKCFCW | 18 | 69 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Clermont, FL |
| PBSWUCF-TVPBS | 24 | 69 mi | 50° NE | Fair | Orlando, FL |
| FOXWOFLFox | 35 | 70 mi | 51° NE | Fair | Orlando, FL |
| ABCWFTVABC | 9 | 70 mi | 53° NE | Fair | Orlando, FL |
Over-the-air TV in Medulla
Medulla, Florida has a population of about 8,890. There are 57 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 25 full-power, 11 Class A, 19 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 35 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 13 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 22 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 29 farther out. Six of the 20 network stations in range are licensed to Tampa, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Tampa's stations.
The strongest network signals here 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), MeTV on channel 32.2 (WMOR-TV) and Trinity on channel 52 (WHLV-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal) and Univision (strong signal). 7 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 Medulla
Point your antenna WSW, at about 242°. The main network towers for Medulla sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
11 network stations, WTVT, WEDU, WVEA-TV, WRMD-CD and WTTA and others, transmit from the same tower site about 19 miles southwest of Medulla (238° WSW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 19 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Medulla at fair strength or better, 63% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Medulla, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Medulla
The farthest main network tower for Medulla is WTSP (CBS), 20 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 Medulla
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 37; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W36EC-DLow power | 13 mi | 3° N | Good | Lakeland, FL |
| WEDQFull power | 20 mi | 245° WSW | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WTOGFull power | 20 mi | 245° WSW | Strong | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WGCT-LDLow power | 20 mi | 245° WSW | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WTBT-LDLow power | 20 mi | 245° WSW | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WCLFFull power | 20 mi | 244° WSW | Strong | Clearwater, FL |
| W16DQ-DLow power | 20 mi | 240° WSW | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WSPF-CDClass A | 20 mi | 240° WSW | Fair | St. Petersburg, FL |
| WSVT-LDLow power | 20 mi | 240° WSW | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WXAX-CDClass A | 20 mi | 240° WSW | Fair | Clearwater, FL |
| WTAM-LDLow power | 20 mi | 240° WSW | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| WDNP-LDLow power | 26 mi | 265° W | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| W31EG-DLow power | 27 mi | 274° W | Fair | Tampa, FL |
| W05CO-DLow power | 37 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Sarasota, FL |
| WARP-CDClass A | 40 mi | 260° W | Weak | Tampa-St. Petersburg, FL |
| WKME-CDClass A | 44 mi | 71° ENE | Poor | Kissimmee, FL |
| WHDO-CDClass A | 45 mi | 52° NE | Poor | Orlando, FL |
| W32FH-DLow power | 49 mi | 260° W | Poor | St. Petersburg, FL |
| W36FJ-DTranslator | 50 mi | 136° SE | Poor | Sebring, FL |
| WPDS-LDLow power | 50 mi | 266° W | Poor | Largo, Etc., FL |
| WZRA-CDClass A | 50 mi | 294° WNW | Poor | Oldsmar, FL |
| WFEF-LDLow power | 52 mi | 36° NE | Poor | Orlando, FL |
| WQFT-LDLow power | 61 mi | 356° N | Poor | Ocala, FL |
| WSWF-LDLow power | 61 mi | 47° NE | Poor | Orlando, FL |
| WYKE-CDClass A | 63 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Wildwood, FL |
How Medulla compares with the rest of Florida
With 35 stations at fair strength or better, Medulla ranks 107th of 786 places in Florida: more than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 19 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 Lakeland, 5.2 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Medulla: 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 240° WSW, the direction of WTSP (CBS), 20 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 35 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 Medulla, FL?
ABC is on channel 28 from WFTS-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles WSW of Medulla. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Medulla, FL?
CBS is on channel 10 from WTSP, broadcasting from 20 miles WSW of Medulla. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Medulla, FL?
NBC is on channel 8 from WFLA-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles WSW of Medulla. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Medulla, FL?
Fox is on channel 13 from WTVT, broadcasting from 19 miles WSW of Medulla. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is PBS in Medulla, FL?
PBS is on channel 3.1 from WEDU, broadcasting from 20 miles WSW of Medulla. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Medulla?
57 transmitters within 70 miles of Medulla; around 35 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 Medulla?
Point your antenna WSW, at about 242°. The main network towers for Medulla sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Medulla?
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 Medulla?
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 Medulla?
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 Florida · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Medulla; signal estimates ignore terrain.