TV channels & antenna towers in Paul, Idaho

Paul has 36 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K30QH-D, 15 miles to the SE.

36TV transmitters within 70 miles
5networks over the air
15 mito the closest tower
1,192population

Network channels in Paul

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
CWKMVTCW11.2 33 mi285° WNW FairTwin Falls, ID
FOXKSVT-CDFox43 33 mi285° WNW FairTwin Falls, ID
ABCKSAW-LDABC6 33 mi285° WNW WeakTwin Falls, ID
NBCKTFT-LDNBC7 33 mi285° WNW WeakTwin Falls, ID
IONKVUIION31 66 mi74° ENE WeakPocatello, ID
FOXKXPI-LDFox3.2 67 mi74° ENE PoorPocatello, ID

Over-the-air TV in Paul

Paul, Idaho has a population of about 1,190. There are 36 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power, 2 Class A, 13 low-power and 16 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 4 transmitters are within 25 miles, 12 between 25 and 45 miles, and 20 farther out. Four of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Twin Falls, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Twin Falls's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 6 (KSAW-LD), NBC on channel 7 (KTFT-LD), Fox on channel 43 (KSVT-CD), CW on channel 11.2 (KMVT) and ION on channel 31 (KVUI). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KUTV in Salt Lake City, UT, 157 miles to the southeast. 3 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 Paul

Point your antenna WNW, at about 285°. The main network towers for Paul sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Two network stations, KMVT and KSVT-CD, transmit from the same tower site about 33 miles west of Paul (285° WNW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Paul

The farthest main network tower for Paul is KSVT-CD (Fox), 33 miles away with a fair 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 Paul

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 30; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
K30QH-DTranslator15 mi 146° SEFairBurley, Etc., ID
K24HU-DTranslator15 mi 146° SEWeakBurley, Etc., ID
K14IC-DTranslator15 mi 146° SEWeakBurley, ID
K23DO-DTranslator24 mi 135° SEPoorMalta, ID
KXTFFull power33 mi 285° WNWGoodTwin Falls, ID
KIPTFull power33 mi 285° WNWFairTwin Falls, ID
KBAX-LDLow power33 mi 285° WNWWeakJerome, ID
KYTL-LDLow power33 mi 285° WNWWeakShoshone, ID
KDLN-LDLow power33 mi 285° WNWWeakTwin Falls, ID
KGLW-LDLow power33 mi 285° WNWWeakTwin Falls, ID
K21ME-DLow power33 mi 285° WNWPoorTwin Falls, ID
K19CY-DTranslator45 mi 93° EPoorRockland, ID
K25OX-DTranslator60 mi 287° WNWPoorHagerman, ID
K18NF-DTranslator60 mi 287° WNWPoorHagerman, ID
K29GV-DLow power60 mi 287° WNWPoorHagerman, ID
K31IF-DTranslator60 mi 287° WNWPoorHagerman, ID
KPIFFull power66 mi 74° ENEWeakPocatello, ID
K29KG-DTranslator66 mi 74° ENEPoorIdaho Falls, ID
K20MO-DLow power66 mi 74° ENEPoorPocatello, ID
K16NQ-DLow power66 mi 74° ENEPoorPocatello, ID
K25PO-DTranslator67 mi 120° ESEPoorHolbrook, ID
K22NQ-DTranslator67 mi 120° ESEPoorHolbrook, ID
K21OA-DTranslator67 mi 120° ESEPoorHolbrook, ID
K26OP-DTranslator67 mi 120° ESEPoorHolbrook, ID
K31PJ-DTranslator67 mi 120° ESEPoorHolbrook, ID

How Paul compares with the rest of Idaho

With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Paul ranks 78th of 98 places in Idaho: fewer than the typical Idaho town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 33 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 Twin Falls, 35 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Paul: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 285° WNW, the direction of KSVT-CD (Fox), 33 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 5 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 Paul, ID?

ABC is on channel 6 from KSAW-LD, broadcasting from 33 miles WNW of Paul. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is NBC in Paul, ID?

NBC is on channel 7 from KTFT-LD, broadcasting from 33 miles WNW of Paul. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is Fox in Paul, ID?

Fox is on channel 43 from KSVT-CD, broadcasting from 33 miles WNW of Paul. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Paul, ID?

CW is on channel 11.2 from KMVT, broadcasting from 33 miles WNW of Paul. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Paul?

36 transmitters within 70 miles of Paul; around 5 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 Paul?

Point your antenna WNW, at about 285°. The main network towers for Paul sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Paul?

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 Paul?

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 Paul?

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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