TV channels & antenna towers in Avondale Estates, Georgia

Avondale Estates has 45 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 29 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WXIA-TV (NBC), 3.9 miles to the WSW.

45TV transmitters within 70 miles
9networks over the air
3.9 mito the closest tower
3,139population

Network channels in Avondale Estates

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
NBCWXIA-TVNBC11 3.9 mi255° WSW StrongAtlanta, GA
FOXWAGA-TVFox5 4.2 mi295° WNW StrongAtlanta, GA
CBSWUPACBS69 4.8 mi301° WNW StrongAtlanta, GA
UNIWUVG-DTUnivision34 4.8 mi301° WNW StrongAthens, GA
CWWPCH-TVCW17 4.8 mi301° WNW StrongAtlanta, GA
ABCWSB-TVABC2 5.4 mi265° W StrongAtlanta, GA
TBNWHSG-TVTrinity63 5.6 mi251° WSW StrongMonroe, GA
TLMWKTB-CDTelemundo47 11 mi20° NNE GoodNorcross, GA
IONWPXA-TVION14 43 mi330° NNW GoodRome, GA

Over-the-air TV in Avondale Estates

Avondale Estates is a town of about 3,140 people in Georgia. There are 45 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 14 full-power, 5 Class A, 25 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 29 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 25 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 28 transmitters are within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 13 farther out. Five of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Atlanta, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Atlanta's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 2 (WSB-TV), CBS on channel 69 (WUPA), NBC on channel 11 (WXIA-TV), Fox on channel 5 (WAGA-TV), CW on channel 17 (WPCH-TV), ION on channel 14 (WPXA-TV), Telemundo on channel 47 (WKTB-CD), Univision on channel 34 (WUVG-DT) and Trinity on channel 63 (WHSG-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (strong signal). 6 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 Avondale Estates

The main network towers around Avondale Estates are in different directions: ABC 265° W (5.4 mi), CBS 301° WNW (4.8 mi), NBC 255° WSW (3.9 mi) and Fox 295° WNW (4.2 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Four network stations, WAGA-TV, WUPA, WUVG-DT and WPCH-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 4.2 miles northwest of Avondale Estates (295° WNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.

Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Avondale Estates at fair strength or better, 56% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across two other directions.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Avondale Estates

The farthest main network tower for Avondale Estates is WSB-TV (ABC), 5.4 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

WXIA-TV is only 3.9 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 stations near Avondale Estates

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 36; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WPBAFull power4.0 mi 258° WSWStrongAtlanta, GA
WATLFull power4.8 mi 301° WNWStrongAtlanta, GA
W13DQ-DLow power4.8 mi 301° WNWFairAtlanta, GA
WANFFull power4.8 mi 301° WNWStrongAtlanta, GA
WBUD-LDLow power4.8 mi 301° WNWGoodAtlanta, GA
WDWW-LDLow power4.8 mi 301° WNWGoodAtlanta, GA
WANN-CDClass A4.8 mi 301° WNWGoodAtlanta, GA
WLVO-LDLow power4.8 mi 301° WNWGoodCumming, GA
WDTA-LDLow power5.6 mi 251° WSWGoodAtlanta, GA
WTBS-LDLow power5.6 mi 251° WSWFairAtlanta, GA
WIRE-CDClass A5.6 mi 251° WSWGoodAtlanta, GA
WUVM-LDLow power5.6 mi 251° WSWFairAtlanta, GA
WYGA-CDClass A5.6 mi 251° WSWGoodAtlanta, GA
WIGL-LDLow power5.6 mi 251° WSWGoodAtlanta, GA
WEQT-LDLow power5.6 mi 251° WSWGoodAtlanta, GA
WUEO-LDLow power5.6 mi 251° WSWGoodMacon, GA
WDNV-LDLow power5.6 mi 251° WSWGoodAtlanta, GA
WGTVFull power7.4 mi 72° ENEGoodAthens, GA
WSKC-CDClass A16 mi 24° NNEFairAtlanta, GA
WATC-DTFull power23 mi 332° NNWGoodAtlanta, GA
WTHC-LDLow power25 mi 203° SSWWeakAtlanta, GA
WVND-LDLow power26 mi 29° NNEPoorSuwanee, GA
WGGD-LDLow power31 mi 38° NEWeakGainesville, GA
W23EV-DTranslator45 mi 252° WSWPoorCarrollton, GA
W29DN-DLow power50 mi 72° ENEPoorAthens, GA

How Avondale Estates compares with the rest of Georgia

With 29 stations at fair strength or better, Avondale Estates ranks 25th of 386 places in Georgia: more than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 3.9 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.

29% of Georgia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Decatur, 1.7 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Avondale Estates: step by step

  1. Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
  2. Point it toward 265° W, the direction of WSB-TV (ABC), 5.4 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 29 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 Avondale Estates, GA?

ABC is on channel 2 from WSB-TV, broadcasting from 5.4 miles W of Avondale Estates. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CBS in Avondale Estates, GA?

CBS is on channel 69 from WUPA, broadcasting from 4.8 miles WNW of Avondale Estates. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is NBC in Avondale Estates, GA?

NBC is on channel 11 from WXIA-TV, broadcasting from 3.9 miles WSW of Avondale Estates. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Avondale Estates, GA?

Fox is on channel 5 from WAGA-TV, broadcasting from 4.2 miles WNW of Avondale Estates. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CW in Avondale Estates, GA?

CW is on channel 17 from WPCH-TV, broadcasting from 4.8 miles WNW of Avondale Estates. Estimated signal: strong.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Avondale Estates?

45 transmitters within 70 miles of Avondale Estates; around 29 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 Avondale Estates?

The main network towers around Avondale Estates are in different directions: ABC 265° W (5.4 mi), CBS 301° WNW (4.8 mi), NBC 255° WSW (3.9 mi) and Fox 295° WNW (4.2 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Avondale Estates?

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 Avondale Estates?

WXIA-TV is only 3.9 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 Avondale Estates?

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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