TV channels & antenna towers in West Pensacola, Florida

West Pensacola has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox, PBS, CW and Telemundo. About 19 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WBQP-CD, 3.6 miles to the E.

24TV transmitters within 70 miles
7networks over the air
3.6 mito the closest tower
21,339population

Network channels in West Pensacola

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
PBSWSREPBS23 23 mi303° WNW StrongPensacola, FL
TBNWMPV-TVTrinity21 23 mi303° WNW StrongMobile, AL
ABCWEAR-TVABC3 25 mi301° WNW StrongPensacola, FL
FOXWALA-TVFox10 36 mi300° WNW FairMobile, AL
TLMWMBP-LDTelemundo31 36 mi300° WNW WeakMobile, AL
CBSWKRG-TVCBS5 37 mi299° WNW GoodMobile, AL
CWWFNACW55 37 mi299° WNW GoodGulf Shores, AL

Over-the-air TV in West Pensacola

West Pensacola, Florida has a population of about 21,300. Our map shows 24 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 15 full-power, 2 Class A and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 19 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 16 at good or strong strength.

10 of them are within 25 miles of West Pensacola, 12 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 2 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Mobile, AL, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Mobile's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 3 (WEAR-TV), CBS on channel 5 (WKRG-TV), Fox on channel 10 (WALA-TV), PBS on channel 23 (WSRE), CW on channel 55 (WFNA), Telemundo on channel 31 (WMBP-LD) and Trinity on channel 21 (WMPV-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WJHG-TV in Panama City, FL, 113 miles to the east. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (weak signal). 9 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 West Pensacola

Point your antenna WNW, at about 301°. The main network towers for West Pensacola sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Three network stations, WSRE, WMPV-TV and WEAR-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 23 miles northwest of West Pensacola (303° WNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.

Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach West Pensacola at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northwest, so this is an easy place to aim.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from West Pensacola, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for West Pensacola

The farthest main network tower for West Pensacola is WKRG-TV (CBS), 37 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.

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 West Pensacola

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WBQP-CDClass A3.6 mi 83° EGoodPensacola, FL
WCTU-LDLow power3.7 mi 24° NNEGoodPensacola, FL
W19CO-DLow power6.2 mi 351° NGoodPensacola, FL
WJTCFull power20 mi 304° NWStrongPensacola, FL
WPANFull power21 mi 339° NNWGoodFort Walton Beach, FL
WPMI-TVFull power23 mi 303° WNWStrongMobile, AL
WDPM-DTFull power23 mi 303° WNWGoodMobile, AL
WAWDFull power25 mi 85° EFairFort Walton Beach, FL
WFGXFull power25 mi 301° WNWStrongFort Walton Beach, FL
WHBRFull power25 mi 301° WNWStrongPensacola, FL
WWBH-LDLow power25 mi 301° WNWFairMobile, AL
WEDS-LDLow power33 mi 274° WWeakMobile, AL
WGOX-LDLow power38 mi 298° WNWWeakMobile, AL
W31EP-DLow power39 mi 89° EPoorFort Walton Beach, FL
WEIQFull power40 mi 294° WNWGoodMobile, AL
WDES-CDClass A46 mi 92° EPoorDestin, FL
WFBDFull power52 mi 40° NEGoodDestin, FL

How West Pensacola compares with the rest of Florida

With 19 stations at fair strength or better, West Pensacola ranks 514th of 786 places in Florida: fewer than the typical Florida town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 23 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 Pensacola, 3.8 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in West Pensacola: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 299° WNW, the direction of WKRG-TV (CBS), 37 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 19 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in West Pensacola, FL?

ABC is on channel 3 from WEAR-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles WNW of West Pensacola. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CBS in West Pensacola, FL?

CBS is on channel 5 from WKRG-TV, broadcasting from 37 miles WNW of West Pensacola. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in West Pensacola, FL?

Fox is on channel 10 from WALA-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles WNW of West Pensacola. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is PBS in West Pensacola, FL?

PBS is on channel 23 from WSRE, broadcasting from 23 miles WNW of West Pensacola. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CW in West Pensacola, FL?

CW is on channel 55 from WFNA, broadcasting from 37 miles WNW of West Pensacola. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in West Pensacola?

24 transmitters within 70 miles of West Pensacola; around 19 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 West Pensacola?

Point your antenna WNW, at about 301°. The main network towers for West Pensacola sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in West Pensacola?

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 West Pensacola?

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 West Pensacola?

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 West Pensacola; signal estimates ignore terrain.