TV channels & antenna towers in Ashburn, Georgia

Ashburn has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WSST-TV (MeTV), 16 miles to the NW.

20TV transmitters within 70 miles
4networks over the air
16 mito the closest tower
3,820population

Network channels in Ashburn

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
MeTVWSST-TVMeTV55.2 16 mi325° NW GoodCordele, GA
MeTVWSST-LDMeTV55.2 16 mi325° NW FairAlbany, GA
CWWALBCW10.4 29 mi205° SSW FairAlbany, GA
FOXWFXLFox31 29 mi205° SSW GoodAlbany, GA
CWWGCW-LDCW36 32 mi259° WSW WeakAlbany, GA
CBSWSWGCBS44 41 mi155° SSE FairValdosta, GA

Over-the-air TV in Ashburn

With roughly 3,820 residents, Ashburn is a town in Georgia. Our map shows 20 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 1 Class A and 12 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

2 of them are within 25 miles of Ashburn, 13 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Albany, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Albany's stations.

The strongest network signals here are CBS on channel 44 (WSWG), Fox on channel 31 (WFXL), CW on channel 10.4 (WALB) and MeTV on channel 55.2 (WSST-TV). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WGXA in Macon, GA, 72 miles to the north. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WMGT-TV in Macon, GA, 73 miles to the north. 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 Ashburn

The main network towers around Ashburn are in different directions: CBS 155° SSE (41 mi) and Fox 205° SSW (29 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Two network stations, WALB and WFXL, transmit from the same tower site about 29 miles southwest of Ashburn (205° SSW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.

Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Ashburn at fair strength or better, 50% 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 Ashburn, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Ashburn

The farthest main network tower for Ashburn is WSWG (CBS), 41 miles away with a fair 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 Ashburn

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WTSG-LDLow power29 mi 205° SSWFairTifton, GA
W16EK-DLow power29 mi 124° ESEFairDouglas, GA
W25ED-DLow power32 mi 259° WSWPoorAlbany, GA
W23FN-DLow power32 mi 259° WSWPoorAlbany, GA
WDRJ-LDLow power32 mi 261° WWeakAlbany, GA
W17ES-DLow power42 mi 159° SSEPoorAdel, GA
W23FI-DLow power42 mi 159° SSEPoorValdosta, GA
W32FK-DLow power42 mi 159° SSEPoorValdosta, GA
W36FI-DLow power43 mi 158° SSEPoorValdosta, GA
WABW-TVFull power48 mi 214° SWWeakPelham, GA
WACS-TVFull power55 mi 287° WNWFairDawson, GA
WBVJ-CDClass A55 mi 157° SSEPoorValdosta, GA
WMUM-TVFull power58 mi 24° NNEFairCochran, GA
W26FJ-DLow power61 mi 159° SSEPoorValdosta, GA

How Ashburn compares with the rest of Georgia

With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Ashburn ranks 310th of 386 places in Georgia: fewer than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 16 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.

37% of Georgia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Albany, 31 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Ashburn: 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 155° SSE, the direction of WSWG (CBS), 41 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 9 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 CBS in Ashburn, GA?

CBS is on channel 44 from WSWG, broadcasting from 41 miles SSE of Ashburn. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is Fox in Ashburn, GA?

Fox is on channel 31 from WFXL, broadcasting from 29 miles SSW of Ashburn. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Ashburn, GA?

CW is on channel 10.4 from WALB, broadcasting from 29 miles SSW of Ashburn. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ashburn?

20 transmitters within 70 miles of Ashburn; around 9 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 Ashburn?

The main network towers around Ashburn are in different directions: CBS 155° SSE (41 mi) and Fox 205° SSW (29 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Ashburn?

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 Ashburn?

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 Ashburn?

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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