TV channels & antenna towers in Villa Rica, Georgia
Villa Rica has 42 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 W23EV-D, 13 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Villa Rica
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWSB-TVABC | 2 | 32 mi | 86° E | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| TBNWHSG-TVTrinity | 63 | 32 mi | 88° E | Good | Monroe, GA |
| CBSWUPACBS | 69 | 34 mi | 81° E | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| UNIWUVG-DTUnivision | 34 | 34 mi | 81° E | Good | Athens, GA |
| CWWPCH-TVCW | 17 | 34 mi | 81° E | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| NBCWXIA-TVNBC | 11 | 34 mi | 87° E | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| FOXWAGA-TVFox | 5 | 34 mi | 82° E | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| IONWPXA-TVION | 14 | 43 mi | 21° NNE | Good | Rome, GA |
| TLMWKTB-CDTelemundo | 47 | 43 mi | 73° ENE | Weak | Norcross, GA |
Over-the-air TV in Villa Rica
Villa Rica, Georgia has a population of about 14,900. Our map shows 42 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 15 full-power, 7 Class A, 19 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 11 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 30 between 25 and 45 miles, and 11 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.
The best-placed network stations 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 (weak signal) and Univision (good signal). 7 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 Villa Rica
Point your antenna E, at about 84°. The main network towers for Villa Rica 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 34 miles east of Villa Rica (81° 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 Villa Rica at fair strength or better, 88% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Villa Rica, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Villa Rica
The farthest main network tower for Villa Rica is WAGA-TV (Fox), 34 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Villa Rica
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 33; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W23EV-DTranslator | 13 mi | 206° SSW | Fair | Carrollton, GA |
| WKSY-LDLow power | 30 mi | 347° NNW | Fair | Rome, GA |
| WDTA-LDLow power | 32 mi | 88° E | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WTBS-LDLow power | 32 mi | 88° E | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WIRE-CDClass A | 32 mi | 88° E | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WUVM-LDLow power | 32 mi | 88° E | Poor | Atlanta, GA |
| WYGA-CDClass A | 32 mi | 88° E | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WIGL-LDLow power | 32 mi | 88° E | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WEQT-LDLow power | 32 mi | 88° E | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WUEO-LDLow power | 32 mi | 88° E | Weak | Macon, GA |
| WDNV-LDLow power | 32 mi | 88° E | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WPBAFull power | 34 mi | 87° E | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WATLFull power | 34 mi | 81° E | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| W13DQ-DLow power | 34 mi | 81° E | Poor | Atlanta, GA |
| WANFFull power | 34 mi | 81° E | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WBUD-LDLow power | 34 mi | 81° E | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WDWW-LDLow power | 34 mi | 81° E | Weak | Atlanta, GA |
| WANN-CDClass A | 34 mi | 81° E | Fair | Atlanta, GA |
| WLVO-LDLow power | 34 mi | 81° E | Weak | Cumming, GA |
| WTHC-LDLow power | 34 mi | 127° SE | Poor | Atlanta, GA |
| WATC-DTFull power | 35 mi | 49° NE | Good | Atlanta, GA |
| WGTVFull power | 45 mi | 83° E | Fair | Athens, GA |
| WSKC-CDClass A | 47 mi | 69° ENE | Poor | Atlanta, GA |
| WCAC-LDLow power | 48 mi | 188° S | Poor | Lagrange, GA |
| W22EC-DLow power | 48 mi | 187° S | Poor | La Grange, GA |
How Villa Rica compares with the rest of Georgia
With 19 stations at fair strength or better, Villa Rica ranks 102nd of 386 places in Georgia: more than the typical Georgia town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 32 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 Douglasville, 9.9 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Villa Rica: 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 82° E, the direction of WAGA-TV (Fox), 34 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 Villa Rica, GA?
ABC is on channel 2 from WSB-TV, broadcasting from 32 miles E of Villa Rica. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Villa Rica, GA?
CBS is on channel 69 from WUPA, broadcasting from 34 miles E of Villa Rica. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Villa Rica, GA?
NBC is on channel 11 from WXIA-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles E of Villa Rica. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Villa Rica, GA?
Fox is on channel 5 from WAGA-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles E of Villa Rica. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Villa Rica, GA?
CW is on channel 17 from WPCH-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles E of Villa Rica. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Villa Rica?
42 transmitters within 70 miles of Villa Rica; 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 Villa Rica?
Point your antenna E, at about 84°. The main network towers for Villa Rica sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Villa Rica?
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 Villa Rica?
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 Villa Rica?
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
- Douglasville9.9 mi
- Bremen13 mi
- Carrollton14 mi
- Dallas14 mi
- Lithia Springs15 mi
- Powder Springs16 mi
- Austell17 mi
- Rockmart20 mi
- Mableton20 mi
- Fairburn23 mi
- Bowdon23 mi
- Union City24 mi
- Fair Oaks25 mi
- Newnan25 mi
- Smyrna25 mi
- Tyrone26 mi
- Marietta26 mi
- Kennesaw27 mi
- Acworth27 mi
- Cedartown27 mi
- College Park28 mi
- Vinings28 mi
- East Point28 mi
- Hapeville30 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 Villa Rica; signal estimates ignore terrain.