TV channels & antenna towers in Bloomfield, Iowa
Bloomfield has 7 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC and CW. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K18GU-D, 15 miles to the N.
Network channels in Bloomfield
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKTVOABC | 3 | 15 mi | 185° S | Good | Kirksville, MO |
| CWKYOU-TVCW | 15.4 | 39 mi | 38° NE | Good | Ottumwa, IA |
Over-the-air TV in Bloomfield
With roughly 2,620 residents, Bloomfield is a town in Iowa. Our map shows 7 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 2 full-power and 5 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
3 of them are within 25 miles of Bloomfield, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 2 are more than 45 miles out.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 3 (KTVO) and CW on channel 15.4 (KYOU-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KCCI in Des Moines, IA, 96 miles to the northwest. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WHO-DT in Des Moines, IA, 96 miles to the northwest.
Which way to point your antenna in Bloomfield
Point your antenna S, at about 185°. The main network towers for Bloomfield sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Bloomfield, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Bloomfield
The farthest main network tower for Bloomfield is KTVO (ABC), 15 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor 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 Bloomfield
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K18GU-DTranslator | 15 mi | 9° N | Fair | Ottumwa, IA |
| K24IM-DTranslator | 25 mi | 95° E | Fair | Keosauqua, IA |
| K30MG-DTranslator | 37 mi | 191° S | Weak | Kirksville, MO |
| K28JD-DTranslator | 52 mi | 99° E | Poor | Fort Madison, IA |
| K18NZ-DTranslator | 58 mi | 114° ESE | Poor | Keokuk, IA |
How Bloomfield compares with the rest of Iowa
With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Bloomfield ranks 268th of 285 places in Iowa: fewer than the typical Iowa town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 15 miles away, against a state median of 34 miles.
13% of Iowa's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Ottumwa, 19 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Bloomfield: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 185° S, the direction of KTVO (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 4 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 Bloomfield, IA?
ABC is on channel 3 from KTVO, broadcasting from 15 miles S of Bloomfield. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Bloomfield, IA?
CW is on channel 15.4 from KYOU-TV, broadcasting from 39 miles NE of Bloomfield. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Bloomfield?
7 transmitters within 70 miles of Bloomfield; around 4 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 Bloomfield?
Point your antenna S, at about 185°. The main network towers for Bloomfield sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Bloomfield?
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 Bloomfield?
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 Bloomfield?
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 Iowa cities
- Ottumwa19 mi
- Keosauqua24 mi
- Centerville24 mi
- Albia28 mi
- Fairfield30 mi
- Maharishi Vedic City30 mi
- Eddyville30 mi
- Oskaloosa39 mi
- Sigourney42 mi
- Mount Pleasant47 mi
- Corydon47 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Lancaster, MO17 mi
- Memphis, MO24 mi
- Unionville, MO36 mi
- Kirksville, MO39 mi
- Edina, MO42 mi
- Kahoka, MO43 mi
- Terre Haute, MO48 mi
More: all TV stations in Iowa · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Bloomfield; signal estimates ignore terrain.