TV channels & antenna towers in Clarinda, Iowa
Clarinda has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KHIN, 43 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Clarinda
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMKOHA-LDTelemundo | 27 | 58 mi | 305° NW | Poor | Omaha, NE |
| CBSKMTV-TVCBS | 3 | 65 mi | 308° NW | Fair | Omaha, NE |
| ABCKETVABC | 7 | 65 mi | 308° NW | Fair | Omaha, NE |
| NBCWOWTNBC | 6 | 65 mi | 308° NW | Fair | Omaha, NE |
| CWKPTMCW | 42.3 | 66 mi | 291° WNW | Fair | Omaha, NE |
| ABCKQTVABC | 2 | 68 mi | 169° S | Poor | St. Joseph, MO |
| CWKNPG-CDCW | 21.2 | 69 mi | 171° S | Poor | Saint Joseph, MO |
| FOXKNPN-CDFox | 26 | 69 mi | 171° S | Poor | Saint Joseph, MO |
| CBSKCJO-CDCBS | 30 | 69 mi | 171° S | Poor | Saint Joseph, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Clarinda
With roughly 5,420 residents, Clarinda is a town in Iowa. Our map shows 16 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 9 full-power, 3 Class A, 3 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Clarinda, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 15 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Omaha, NE, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Omaha's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7 (KETV), CBS on channel 3 (KMTV-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WOWT), Fox on channel 26 (KNPN-CD), CW on channel 42.3 (KPTM) and Telemundo on channel 27 (KOHA-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 4 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 Clarinda
The main network towers around Clarinda are in different directions: ABC 308° NW (65 mi), CBS 308° NW (65 mi), NBC 308° NW (65 mi) and Fox 171° S (69 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, KMTV-TV, KETV and WOWT, transmit from the same tower site about 65 miles northwest of Clarinda (308° NW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Clarinda at fair strength or better, 75% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
KETV (ABC), KMTV-TV (CBS), WOWT (NBC) and KNPN-CD (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Clarinda. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Clarinda
The farthest main network tower for Clarinda is KNPN-CD (Fox), 69 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Clarinda
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KHINFull power | 43 mi | 345° NNW | Good | Red Oak, IA |
| K25OG-DTranslator | 49 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Falls City, NE |
| KBIN-TVFull power | 55 mi | 311° NW | Poor | Council Bluffs, IA |
| KQMK-LDLow power | 58 mi | 305° NW | Poor | Omaha, NE |
| KYNE-TVFull power | 65 mi | 308° NW | Poor | Omaha, NE |
| KXVOFull power | 66 mi | 291° WNW | Fair | Omaha, NE |
| KAJS-LDLow power | 68 mi | 290° WNW | Poor | Lincoln, NE |
How Clarinda compares with the rest of Iowa
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Clarinda ranks 253rd of 285 places in Iowa: fewer than the typical Iowa town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 58 miles away, against a state median of 34 miles.
44% of Iowa's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Clarinda: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 171° S, the direction of KNPN-CD (Fox), 69 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 6 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 Clarinda, IA?
ABC is on channel 7 from KETV, broadcasting from 65 miles NW of Clarinda. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Clarinda, IA?
CBS is on channel 3 from KMTV-TV, broadcasting from 65 miles NW of Clarinda. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Clarinda, IA?
NBC is on channel 6 from WOWT, broadcasting from 65 miles NW of Clarinda. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Clarinda, IA?
Fox is on channel 26 from KNPN-CD, broadcasting from 69 miles S of Clarinda. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Clarinda, IA?
CW is on channel 42.3 from KPTM, broadcasting from 66 miles WNW of Clarinda. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Clarinda?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Clarinda; around 6 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Clarinda?
The main network towers around Clarinda are in different directions: ABC 308° NW (65 mi), CBS 308° NW (65 mi), NBC 308° NW (65 mi) and Fox 171° S (69 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Clarinda?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 136° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Clarinda?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Clarinda?
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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