TV channels & antenna towers in Corydon, Iowa
Corydon has 5 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KTVO (ABC), 49 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Corydon
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKTVOABC | 3 | 49 mi | 109° ESE | Good | Kirksville, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Corydon
Corydon is a small community of about 1,590 people in Iowa. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 5 licensed TV transmitters: 1 full-power, 1 Class A, 1 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Corydon, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 3 (KTVO). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KCCI in Des Moines, IA, 74 miles to the north. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WHO-DT in Des Moines, IA, 74 miles to the north.
Which way to point your antenna in Corydon
Point your antenna ESE, at about 109°. The main network towers for Corydon 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 Corydon, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Corydon
The farthest main network tower for Corydon is KTVO (ABC), 49 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Corydon
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 | 52 mi | 74° ENE | Poor | Ottumwa, IA |
| K30MG-DTranslator | 55 mi | 132° SE | Poor | Kirksville, MO |
| WBXF-CDClass A | 60 mi | 345° NNW | Poor | Des Moines, IA |
| K32NM-DLow power | 67 mi | 340° NNW | Poor | Des Moines, IA |
How Corydon compares with the rest of Iowa
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Corydon ranks 277th of 285 places in Iowa: fewer than the typical Iowa town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 49 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 Corydon: 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 109° ESE, the direction of KTVO (ABC), 49 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 1 station, 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 Corydon, IA?
ABC is on channel 3 from KTVO, broadcasting from 49 miles ESE of Corydon. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Corydon?
5 transmitters within 70 miles of Corydon; around 1 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 Corydon?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 109°. The main network towers for Corydon sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Corydon?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Corydon?
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 Corydon?
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 Iowa · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Corydon; signal estimates ignore terrain.