TV channels & antenna towers in Knoxville, Georgia
Knoxville has 37 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 19 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WDMA-CD, 21 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Knoxville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWMGT-TVNBC | 41 | 25 mi | 85° E | Good | Macon, GA |
| ABCWGXAABC | 24.2 | 26 mi | 86° E | Good | Macon, GA |
| CWWMAZ-TVCW | 13.2 | 26 mi | 85° E | Fair | Macon, GA |
| IONWPGA-TVION | 58.3 | 26 mi | 86° E | Good | Perry, GA |
| IONWPGA-LDION | 58.3 | 26 mi | 86° E | Fair | Macon, GA |
| ABCWTVMABC | 9 | 54 mi | 239° WSW | Fair | Columbus, GA |
| CBSWRBLCBS | 3 | 54 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Columbus, GA |
| FOXWXTXFox | 54 | 54 mi | 251° WSW | Fair | Columbus, GA |
| CWWLTZCW | 38.2 | 55 mi | 251° WSW | Fair | Columbus, GA |
| MeTVWSST-TVMeTV | 55.2 | 59 mi | 169° S | Poor | Cordele, GA |
| MeTVWSST-LDMeTV | 55.2 | 59 mi | 169° S | Poor | Albany, GA |
Over-the-air TV in Knoxville
With roughly 69 residents, Knoxville is a small community in Georgia. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 37 licensed TV transmitters: 14 full-power, 2 Class A, 20 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 19 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 12 between 25 and 45 miles, and 22 farther out. Four of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Macon, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Macon's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 24.2 (WGXA), CBS on channel 3 (WRBL), NBC on channel 41 (WMGT-TV), Fox on channel 54 (WXTX), CW on channel 13.2 (WMAZ-TV), ION on channel 58.3 (WPGA-TV) and MeTV on channel 55.2 (WSST-TV). 5 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 Knoxville
Point your antenna E, at about 86°. The main network towers for Knoxville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WMGT-TV, WGXA, WMAZ-TV and WPGA-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 25 miles east of Knoxville (85° E). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Knoxville at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Knoxville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Knoxville
The farthest main network tower for Knoxville is WGXA (ABC), 26 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WRBL (CBS), 54 miles southwest and WXTX (Fox), 54 miles west, are the exception: the nearest listed affiliates of those networks are far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for those.
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 Knoxville
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 26; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WDMA-CDClass A | 21 mi | 67° ENE | Fair | Macon, GA |
| W32FN-DLow power | 21 mi | 88° E | Poor | Macon, GA |
| W28EU-DLow power | 23 mi | 7° N | Fair | Macon, GA |
| WJDO-LDLow power | 26 mi | 86° E | Fair | Macon, GA |
| W19DN-DLow power | 26 mi | 86° E | Fair | Macon, GA |
| WGNMFull power | 26 mi | 84° E | Good | Macon, GA |
| WMUB-LDLow power | 26 mi | 84° E | Fair | Warner Robins, GA |
| W20DL-DLow power | 26 mi | 86° E | Poor | Macon, GA |
| WTMH-LDLow power | 26 mi | 86° E | Fair | Macon, GA |
| WJSP-TVFull power | 42 mi | 282° WNW | Fair | Columbus, GA |
| WMUM-TVFull power | 47 mi | 112° ESE | Fair | Cochran, GA |
| WLGAFull power | 54 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Opelika, AL |
| W29FD-DLow power | 54 mi | 239° WSW | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| W19DW-DLow power | 55 mi | 251° WSW | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| WRDP-LDLow power | 55 mi | 251° WSW | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| W27DK-DLow power | 55 mi | 251° WSW | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| W32FV-DLow power | 55 mi | 251° WSW | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| WTHC-LDLow power | 55 mi | 332° NNW | Poor | Atlanta, GA |
| WAUA-LDLow power | 63 mi | 254° WSW | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| WACS-TVFull power | 63 mi | 211° SSW | Weak | Dawson, GA |
| W22EC-DLow power | 63 mi | 290° WNW | Poor | La Grange, GA |
| WCGZ-LDLow power | 64 mi | 290° WNW | Poor | Lanett, AL |
| WCAC-LDLow power | 64 mi | 291° WNW | Poor | Lagrange, GA |
| WYBU-CDClass A | 64 mi | 254° WSW | Poor | Columbus, GA |
| W35BB-DLow power | 67 mi | 99° E | Poor | Dublin, GA |
How Knoxville compares with the rest of Georgia
With 19 stations at fair strength or better, Knoxville ranks 102nd of 386 places in Georgia: more than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 25 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 Macon, 23 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Knoxville: 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 86° E, the direction of WGXA (ABC), 26 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 19 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 Knoxville, GA?
ABC is on channel 24.2 from WGXA, broadcasting from 26 miles E of Knoxville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Knoxville, GA?
CBS is on channel 3 from WRBL, broadcasting from 54 miles WSW of Knoxville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Knoxville, GA?
NBC is on channel 41 from WMGT-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles E of Knoxville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Knoxville, GA?
Fox is on channel 54 from WXTX, broadcasting from 54 miles WSW of Knoxville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Knoxville, GA?
CW is on channel 13.2 from WMAZ-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles E of Knoxville. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Knoxville?
37 transmitters within 70 miles of Knoxville; 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 Knoxville?
Point your antenna E, at about 86°. The main network towers for Knoxville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Knoxville?
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. Picking up CBS and Fox from up to 54 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Knoxville?
WRBL (CBS), 54 miles southwest and WXTX (Fox), 54 miles west, are the exception: the nearest listed affiliates of those networks are far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for those.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Knoxville?
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 Georgia · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Knoxville; signal estimates ignore terrain.