TV channels & antenna towers in Norcross, Georgia
Norcross has 44 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 WKTB-CD (Telemundo), 1.8 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Norcross
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMWKTB-CDTelemundo | 47 | 1.8 mi | 158° SSE | Strong | Norcross, GA |
| CBSWUPACBS | 69 | 12 mi | 218° SW | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| UNIWUVG-DTUnivision | 34 | 12 mi | 218° SW | Strong | Athens, GA |
| CWWPCH-TVCW | 17 | 12 mi | 218° SW | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| FOXWAGA-TVFox | 5 | 12 mi | 215° SW | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| NBCWXIA-TVNBC | 11 | 14 mi | 208° SSW | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| ABCWSB-TVABC | 2 | 15 mi | 215° SW | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| TBNWHSG-TVTrinity | 63 | 16 mi | 212° SSW | Strong | Monroe, GA |
| IONWPXA-TVION | 14 | 36 mi | 316° NW | Good | Rome, GA |
| MeTVWGTAMeTV | 32.1 | 67 mi | 46° NE | Poor | Toccoa, GA |
Over-the-air TV in Norcross
Norcross, Georgia has a population of about 16,600. Our map shows 44 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 15 full-power, 5 Class A, 22 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 29 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 16 at good or strong strength.
30 of them are within 25 miles of Norcross, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 10 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Atlanta, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Atlanta's stations.
The strongest network signals here 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), MeTV on channel 32.1 (WGTA) and Trinity on channel 63 (WHSG-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong 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 Norcross
Point your antenna SW, at about 214°. The main network towers for Norcross sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WUPA, WUVG-DT, WPCH-TV and WAGA-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 12 miles southwest of Norcross (218° SW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Norcross at fair strength or better, 78% 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 Norcross, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Norcross
The farthest main network tower for Norcross is WSB-TV (ABC), 15 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WKTB-CD is only 1.8 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 Norcross
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 34; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WSKC-CDClass A | 4.1 mi | 53° NE | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WGTVFull power | 10 mi | 157° SSE | Good | Athens, GA |
| WATLFull power | 12 mi | 218° SW | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| W13DQ-DLow power | 12 mi | 218° SW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WANFFull power | 12 mi | 218° SW | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| WBUD-LDLow power | 12 mi | 218° SW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WDWW-LDLow power | 12 mi | 218° SW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WANN-CDClass A | 12 mi | 218° SW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WLVO-LDLow power | 12 mi | 218° SW | Good | Cumming, GA |
| WVND-LDLow power | 14 mi | 40° NE | Weak | Suwanee, GA |
| WPBAFull power | 14 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WDTA-LDLow power | 16 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WTBS-LDLow power | 16 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WIRE-CDClass A | 16 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WUVM-LDLow power | 16 mi | 212° SSW | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WYGA-CDClass A | 16 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WIGL-LDLow power | 16 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WEQT-LDLow power | 16 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WUEO-LDLow power | 16 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Macon, GA |
| WDNV-LDLow power | 16 mi | 212° SSW | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WATC-DTFull power | 16 mi | 302° WNW | Strong | Atlanta, GA |
| WGGD-LDLow power | 21 mi | 51° NE | Fair | Gainesville, GA |
| WTHC-LDLow power | 37 mi | 200° SSW | Poor | Atlanta, GA |
| W29DN-DLow power | 45 mi | 85° E | Poor | Athens, GA |
| W26EM-DLow power | 45 mi | 85° E | Poor | Athens, GA |
How Norcross compares with the rest of Georgia
With 29 stations at fair strength or better, Norcross ranks 25th of 386 places in Georgia: more than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 1.8 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 Peachtree Corners, 2.0 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Norcross: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 215° SW, the direction of WSB-TV (ABC), 15 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 29 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 Norcross, GA?
ABC is on channel 2 from WSB-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles SW of Norcross. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Norcross, GA?
CBS is on channel 69 from WUPA, broadcasting from 12 miles SW of Norcross. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Norcross, GA?
NBC is on channel 11 from WXIA-TV, broadcasting from 14 miles SSW of Norcross. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Norcross, GA?
Fox is on channel 5 from WAGA-TV, broadcasting from 12 miles SW of Norcross. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Norcross, GA?
CW is on channel 17 from WPCH-TV, broadcasting from 12 miles SW of Norcross. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Norcross?
44 transmitters within 70 miles of Norcross; 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 Norcross?
Point your antenna SW, at about 214°. The main network towers for Norcross sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Norcross?
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 Norcross?
WKTB-CD is only 1.8 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 Norcross?
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.
TV channels in nearby Georgia cities
- Peachtree Corners2.0 mi
- Doraville5.0 mi
- Lilburn5.4 mi
- Duluth5.8 mi
- Chamblee6.0 mi
- Tucker6.0 mi
- Johns Creek6.1 mi
- Dunwoody7.0 mi
- Mountain Park8.3 mi
- North Atlanta8.8 mi
- Clarkston9.2 mi
- Brookhaven9.2 mi
- Stone Mountain9.5 mi
- Sandy Springs9.5 mi
- Roswell10 mi
- North Druid Hills10 mi
- Alpharetta10 mi
- Scottdale11 mi
- Suwanee11 mi
- North Decatur12 mi
- Decatur12 mi
- Snellville13 mi
- Lawrenceville13 mi
- Druid Hills13 mi
More: all TV stations in Georgia · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Norcross; signal estimates ignore terrain.