TV channels & antenna towers in Quincy, Illinois

Quincy has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC and CW. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KHQA-TV (ABC), 4.9 miles to the ENE.

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15TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

4.9 mito the closest tower

40,780population

Network channels in Quincy

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
ABCKHQA-TVABC	7.2	4.9 mi	58° ENE	Strong	Hannibal, MO
CWWGEM-TVCW	10.2	4.9 mi	58° ENE	Strong	Quincy, IL
ABCKTVOABC	3	68 mi	307° NW	Weak	Kirksville, MO

Over-the-air TV in Quincy

Quincy, Illinois has a population of about 40,800. Our map shows 15 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 6 full-power, 5 low-power and 4 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 7 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 7 farther out.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 7.2 (KHQA-TV) and CW on channel 10.2 (WGEM-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KRCG in Jefferson City, MO, 93 miles to the southwest. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSDK in St. Louis, MO, 111 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 Quincy

Point your antenna ENE, at about 58°. The main network towers for Quincy sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Two network stations, KHQA-TV and WGEM-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 4.9 miles northeast of Quincy (58° ENE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Quincy

The farthest main network tower for Quincy is KHQA-TV (ABC), 4.9 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.

KHQA-TV is only 4.9 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 Quincy

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
WTJRFull power	5.0 mi	60° ENE	Strong	Quincy, IL
W27DF-DLow power	5.0 mi	60° ENE	Good	Quincy, IL
K14SU-DLow power	5.0 mi	60° ENE	Good	Keokuk, IA
W17EH-DLow power	5.0 mi	60° ENE	Good	Quincy, IL
WQECFull power	6.1 mi	61° ENE	Strong	Quincy, IL
K18NZ-DTranslator	33 mi	1° N	Weak	Keokuk, IA
WMECFull power	48 mi	48° NE	Weak	Macomb, IL
K28JD-DTranslator	48 mi	359° N	Poor	Fort Madison, IA
WVDM-LDLow power	50 mi	156° SSE	Poor	Quincy, IL
K24IM-DTranslator	61 mi	333° NNW	Poor	Keosauqua, IA
K30MG-DTranslator	63 mi	289° WNW	Poor	Kirksville, MO
W19EE-DLow power	66 mi	102° ESE	Poor	Jacksonville, IL

How Quincy compares with the rest of Illinois

With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Quincy ranks 716th of 766 places in Illinois: fewer than the typical Illinois town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 4.9 miles away, against a state median of 24 miles.

28% of Illinois's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Quincy: step by step

Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
Point it toward 58° ENE, the direction of KHQA-TV (ABC), 4.9 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 7 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 Quincy, IL?

ABC is on channel 7.2 from KHQA-TV, broadcasting from 4.9 miles ENE of Quincy. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CW in Quincy, IL?

CW is on channel 10.2 from WGEM-TV, broadcasting from 4.9 miles ENE of Quincy. Estimated signal: strong.

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

15 transmitters within 70 miles of Quincy; around 7 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 Quincy?

Point your antenna ENE, at about 58°. The main network towers for Quincy sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Quincy?

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 Quincy?

KHQA-TV is only 4.9 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 Quincy?

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 Illinois · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Quincy; signal estimates ignore terrain.