TV channels & antenna towers in New Plymouth, Idaho
New Plymouth has 52 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW, ION and Telemundo. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K17ED-D, 7.7 miles to the NW.
Network channels in New Plymouth
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMKKJBTelemundo | 39 | 37 mi | 115° ESE | Fair | Boise, ID |
| UNIKEVA-LDUnivision | 34 | 37 mi | 115° ESE | Weak | Boise, ID |
| CWKBOI-TVCW | 2.2 | 39 mi | 112° ESE | Good | Boise, ID |
| ABCKIVI-TVABC | 6 | 39 mi | 112° ESE | Good | Nampa, ID |
| CWKYUU-LDCW | 35 | 39 mi | 112° ESE | Poor | Boise, ID |
| NBCKTVBNBC | 7 | 39 mi | 112° ESE | Good | Boise, ID |
| IONKTRV-TVION | 12 | 39 mi | 112° ESE | Fair | Nampa, ID |
| FOXKNIN-TVFox | 9 | 39 mi | 112° ESE | Fair | Caldwell, ID |
Over-the-air TV in New Plymouth
With roughly 1,500 residents, New Plymouth is a small community in Idaho. Our map shows 52 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 3 Class A, 16 low-power and 26 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 4 transmitters are within 25 miles, 28 between 25 and 45 miles, and 20 farther out. Five of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Boise, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Boise's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 6 (KIVI-TV), NBC on channel 7 (KTVB), Fox on channel 9 (KNIN-TV), CW on channel 2.2 (KBOI-TV), ION on channel 12 (KTRV-TV), Telemundo on channel 39 (KKJB) and Univision on channel 34 (KEVA-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KLEW-TV in Lewiston, ID, 172 miles to the north. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal) and Univision (weak signal). 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in New Plymouth
Point your antenna ESE, at about 112°. The main network towers for New Plymouth sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, KKJB, KBOI-TV, KIVI-TV, KTVB and KTRV-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 37 miles southeast of New Plymouth (115° ESE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach New Plymouth at fair strength or better, 83% 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 New Plymouth, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for New Plymouth
The farthest main network tower for New Plymouth is KNIN-TV (Fox), 39 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 New Plymouth
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 44; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K17ED-DClass A | 7.7 mi | 326° NW | Good | Payette, ID |
| K30QD-DTranslator | 7.8 mi | 326° NW | Fair | Ontario, Etc., OR |
| KBKI-LDLow power | 11 mi | 167° SSE | Good | Boise, ID |
| KFLL-LDLow power | 11 mi | 167° SSE | Good | Boise, ID |
| KZTN-LDLow power | 37 mi | 118° ESE | Weak | Boise, ID |
| KKIC-LDLow power | 37 mi | 115° ESE | Weak | Boise, ID |
| KBSE-LDLow power | 37 mi | 115° ESE | Weak | Boise, Etc., ID |
| KZAK-LDLow power | 37 mi | 115° ESE | Weak | Boise, ID |
| KIWB-LDLow power | 37 mi | 115° ESE | Weak | Boise, ID |
| KCBB-LDLow power | 37 mi | 115° ESE | Weak | Boise, ID |
| KPSW-LDLow power | 38 mi | 115° ESE | Poor | Boise, ID |
| K11XP-DLow power | 38 mi | 115° ESE | Poor | Boise, ID |
| K23NB-DLow power | 38 mi | 115° ESE | Poor | Boise, ID |
| KTVJ-LDLow power | 39 mi | 112° ESE | Poor | Boise, ID |
| KAIDFull power | 39 mi | 112° ESE | Good | Boise, ID |
| K31FD-DClass A | 39 mi | 112° ESE | Weak | Boise, ID |
| KRID-LDLow power | 39 mi | 112° ESE | Poor | Fruitland, ID |
| K17KF-DTranslator | 40 mi | 12° NNE | Poor | Cambridge, ID |
| K11PB-DTranslator | 40 mi | 12° NNE | Poor | Cambridge, ID |
| K11WV-DTranslator | 42 mi | 76° ENE | Poor | Terrace Lakes, ID |
| K03ET-DTranslator | 42 mi | 76° ENE | Poor | Terrace Lakes, ID |
| K05EY-DTranslator | 42 mi | 76° ENE | Poor | Terrace Lakes, ID |
| K14SB-DTranslator | 42 mi | 74° ENE | Poor | Terrace Lakes, ID |
| K08QB-DTranslator | 42 mi | 75° ENE | Poor | Crouch/Garden Valley, ID |
| K34MG-DTranslator | 49 mi | 85° E | Poor | Garden Valley, ID |
How New Plymouth compares with the rest of Idaho
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, New Plymouth ranks 28th of 98 places in Idaho: more than the typical Idaho town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 37 miles away, against a state median of 35 miles.
45% of Idaho's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Caldwell, 22 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in New Plymouth: 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 112° ESE, the direction of KNIN-TV (Fox), 39 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 11 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 New Plymouth, ID?
ABC is on channel 6 from KIVI-TV, broadcasting from 39 miles ESE of New Plymouth. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in New Plymouth, ID?
NBC is on channel 7 from KTVB, broadcasting from 39 miles ESE of New Plymouth. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in New Plymouth, ID?
Fox is on channel 9 from KNIN-TV, broadcasting from 39 miles ESE of New Plymouth. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in New Plymouth, ID?
CW is on channel 2.2 from KBOI-TV, broadcasting from 39 miles ESE of New Plymouth. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Telemundo in New Plymouth, ID?
Telemundo is on channel 39 from KKJB, broadcasting from 37 miles ESE of New Plymouth. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in New Plymouth?
52 transmitters within 70 miles of New Plymouth; around 11 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 New Plymouth?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 112°. The main network towers for New Plymouth sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in New Plymouth?
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 New Plymouth?
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 New Plymouth?
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 Idaho cities
- Fruitland5.5 mi
- Payette9.4 mi
- Parma14 mi
- Emmett17 mi
- Middleton21 mi
- Wilder21 mi
- Weiser21 mi
- Caldwell22 mi
- Homedale25 mi
- Star25 mi
- Marsing29 mi
- Eagle30 mi
- Nampa32 mi
- Meridian33 mi
- Hidden Spring33 mi
- Garden City38 mi
- Kuna39 mi
- Boise39 mi
Nearby cities in other states
More: all TV stations in Idaho · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of New Plymouth; signal estimates ignore terrain.