TV channels & antenna towers in Nassau Village-Ratliff, Florida
Nassau Village-Ratliff has 36 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, PBS and CW. About 23 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W30EE-D, 16 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Nassau Village-Ratliff
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWFOX-TVFox | 30 | 21 mi | 138° SE | Good | Jacksonville, FL |
| CBSWJAX-TVCBS | 47 | 21 mi | 138° SE | Strong | Jacksonville, FL |
| PBSWJCTPBS | 7 | 21 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Jacksonville, FL |
| TBNWJEB-TVTrinity | 59 | 22 mi | 138° SE | Good | Jacksonville, FL |
| IONWPXC-TVION | 21 | 22 mi | 11° N | Strong | Brunswick, GA |
| ABCWJXXABC | 25 | 22 mi | 137° SE | Fair | Orange Park, FL |
| CWWCWJCW | 17 | 22 mi | 137° SE | Strong | Jacksonville, FL |
| NBCWTLVNBC | 12 | 22 mi | 137° SE | Good | Jacksonville, FL |
| PBSWUFTPBS | 5 | 65 mi | 212° SSW | Weak | Gainesville, FL |
Over-the-air TV in Nassau Village-Ratliff
Nassau Village-Ratliff is a town of about 5,340 people in Florida. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 36 licensed TV transmitters: 11 full-power, 4 Class A and 21 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 23 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 23 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 12 farther out. Six of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Jacksonville, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Jacksonville's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 25 (WJXX), CBS on channel 47 (WJAX-TV), NBC on channel 12 (WTLV), Fox on channel 30 (WFOX-TV), PBS on channel 7 (WJCT), CW on channel 17 (WCWJ), ION on channel 21 (WPXC-TV) and Trinity on channel 59 (WJEB-TV). 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 Nassau Village-Ratliff
Point your antenna SE, at about 138°. The main network towers for Nassau Village-Ratliff sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Seven network stations, WFOX-TV, WJAX-TV, WJCT, WJEB-TV and WJXX and others, transmit from the same tower site about 21 miles southeast of Nassau Village-Ratliff (138° SE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Nassau Village-Ratliff at fair strength or better, 88% 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 Nassau Village-Ratliff, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Nassau Village-Ratliff
The farthest main network tower for Nassau Village-Ratliff is WTLV (NBC), 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 Nassau Village-Ratliff
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 27; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W30EE-DLow power | 16 mi | 145° SE | Fair | Jacksonville, FL |
| W32EZ-DLow power | 17 mi | 145° SE | Fair | Jacksonville, FL |
| WUBF-LDLow power | 19 mi | 148° SSE | Fair | Jacksonville, FL |
| WUJX-LDLow power | 21 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Jacksonville, FL |
| WJVF-LDLow power | 22 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Jacksonville, FL |
| WJKF-CDClass A | 22 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Jacksonville, FL |
| WODH-LDLow power | 22 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Jacksonville, FL |
| WFEO-LDLow power | 22 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Gainesville, FL |
| WKBJ-LDLow power | 22 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Jacksonville, FL |
| WRCZ-LDLow power | 22 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Ocala, FL |
| W26EX-DLow power | 22 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Jacksonville, FL |
| WUJF-LDLow power | 22 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Jacksonville, FL |
| WBXJ-CDClass A | 22 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Jacksonville, Etc., FL |
| WWRJ-LDLow power | 22 mi | 137° SE | Fair | Jacksonville, FL |
| WJXTFull power | 22 mi | 137° SE | Good | Jacksonville, FL |
| W06DI-DLow power | 35 mi | 237° WSW | Poor | Jasper, FL |
| WQXT-CDClass A | 49 mi | 149° SSE | Poor | St. Augustine, FL |
| W35EC-DLow power | 55 mi | 251° WSW | Poor | Lake City, FL |
| W23FJ-DLow power | 58 mi | 259° WSW | Poor | Jennings, FL |
| W28FD-DLow power | 59 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Lake City, FL |
| W33EV-DLow power | 59 mi | 324° NW | Poor | Waycross, GA |
| W34GA-DLow power | 59 mi | 324° NW | Poor | Waycross, GA |
| WGVT-LDLow power | 63 mi | 213° SSW | Poor | Gainesville, FL |
| WSHX-LDLow power | 63 mi | 213° SSW | Poor | Gainesville, FL |
| WJGV-CDClass A | 65 mi | 174° S | Poor | Palatka, FL |
How Nassau Village-Ratliff compares with the rest of Florida
With 23 stations at fair strength or better, Nassau Village-Ratliff ranks 386th of 786 places in Florida: the same as the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 21 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 Jacksonville, 15 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Nassau Village-Ratliff: 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 137° SE, the direction of WTLV (NBC), 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 23 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 Nassau Village-Ratliff, FL?
ABC is on channel 25 from WJXX, broadcasting from 22 miles SE of Nassau Village-Ratliff. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Nassau Village-Ratliff, FL?
CBS is on channel 47 from WJAX-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles SE of Nassau Village-Ratliff. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Nassau Village-Ratliff, FL?
NBC is on channel 12 from WTLV, broadcasting from 22 miles SE of Nassau Village-Ratliff. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Nassau Village-Ratliff, FL?
Fox is on channel 30 from WFOX-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles SE of Nassau Village-Ratliff. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is PBS in Nassau Village-Ratliff, FL?
PBS is on channel 7 from WJCT, broadcasting from 21 miles SE of Nassau Village-Ratliff. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Nassau Village-Ratliff?
36 transmitters within 70 miles of Nassau Village-Ratliff; around 23 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 Nassau Village-Ratliff?
Point your antenna SE, at about 138°. The main network towers for Nassau Village-Ratliff sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Nassau Village-Ratliff?
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 Nassau Village-Ratliff?
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 Nassau Village-Ratliff?
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 Nassau Village-Ratliff; signal estimates ignore terrain.