TV channels & antenna towers in Durant, Iowa
Durant has 19 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 16 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K33QA-D, 14 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Durant
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCKWQC-TVNBC | 6 | 23 mi | 99° E | Strong | Davenport, IA |
| CBSWHBF-TVCBS | 4 | 23 mi | 99° E | Fair | Rock Island, IL |
| CWKGCWCW | 26 | 33 mi | 124° SE | Good | Burlington, IA |
| FOXKLJBFox | 18 | 34 mi | 126° SE | Good | Davenport, IA |
| ABCWQAD-TVABC | 8 | 34 mi | 126° SE | Good | Moline, IL |
| TBNWMWC-TVTrinity | 53 | 34 mi | 126° SE | Fair | Galesburg, IL |
| CWKYOU-TVCW | 15.4 | 61 mi | 243° WSW | Fair | Ottumwa, IA |
| IONKPXR-TVION | 48 | 69 mi | 314° NW | Weak | Cedar Rapids, IA |
| CWKCRG-TVCW | 9.3 | 69 mi | 316° NW | Good | Cedar Rapids, IA |
| FOXKGANFox | 2.2 | 69 mi | 316° NW | Good | Cedar Rapids, IA |
Over-the-air TV in Durant
Durant, Iowa has a population of about 1,820. Our map shows 19 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 17 full-power and 2 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 16 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 10 at good or strong strength.
5 of them are within 25 miles of Durant, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 8 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Cedar Rapids, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Cedar Rapids's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 8 (WQAD-TV), CBS on channel 4 (WHBF-TV), NBC on channel 6 (KWQC-TV), Fox on channel 18 (KLJB), CW on channel 26 (KGCW), ION on channel 48 (KPXR-TV) and Trinity on channel 53 (WMWC-TV). 7 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 Durant
Point your antenna ESE, at about 112°. The main network towers for Durant sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, KGCW, KLJB, WQAD-TV and WMWC-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 33 miles southeast of Durant (124° SE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Durant at fair strength or better, 44% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across three other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Durant, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Durant
The farthest main network tower for Durant is KLJB (Fox), 34 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Durant
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K33QA-DLow power | 14 mi | 119° ESE | Fair | Davenport, IA |
| KIINFull power | 24 mi | 291° WNW | Good | Iowa City, IA |
| KWKBFull power | 24 mi | 291° WNW | Strong | Iowa City, IA |
| WQPT-TVFull power | 34 mi | 126° SE | Good | Moline, IL |
| KQINFull power | 34 mi | 126° SE | Good | Davenport, IA |
| KFXB-TVFull power | 65 mi | 13° NNE | Weak | Dubuque, IA |
| KFKZ-LDLow power | 69 mi | 314° NW | Poor | Cedar Falls, IA |
| KFXAFull power | 69 mi | 300° WNW | Fair | Cedar Rapids, IA |
| KRINFull power | 69 mi | 316° NW | Fair | Waterloo, IA |
How Durant compares with the rest of Iowa
With 16 stations at fair strength or better, Durant ranks 13th of 285 places in Iowa: more than the typical Iowa town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 23 miles away, against a state median of 34 miles.
44% of Iowa's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Muscatine, 14 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Durant: step by step
- 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.
- Point it toward 126° SE, the direction of KLJB (Fox), 34 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 16 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 Durant, IA?
ABC is on channel 8 from WQAD-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles SE of Durant. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Durant, IA?
CBS is on channel 4 from WHBF-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles E of Durant. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Durant, IA?
NBC is on channel 6 from KWQC-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles E of Durant. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Durant, IA?
Fox is on channel 18 from KLJB, broadcasting from 34 miles SE of Durant. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Durant, IA?
CW is on channel 26 from KGCW, broadcasting from 33 miles SE of Durant. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Durant?
19 transmitters within 70 miles of Durant; around 16 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 Durant?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 112°. The main network towers for Durant sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Durant?
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 Durant?
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 Durant?
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 Durant; signal estimates ignore terrain.