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TV channels & antenna towers in Maharishi Vedic City, Iowa

Maharishi Vedic City has 9 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC and CW. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KYOU-TV (CW), 10 miles to the NNE.

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9TV transmitters within 70 miles
2networks over the air
10 mito the closest tower
1,299population

Network channels in Maharishi Vedic City

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
CWKYOU-TVCW15.4 10 mi12° NNE StrongOttumwa, IA
ABCKTVOABC3 43 mi213° SSW GoodKirksville, MO

Over-the-air TV in Maharishi Vedic City

Maharishi Vedic City, Iowa has a population of about 1,300. There are 9 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 4 full-power and 5 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 farther out.

For the networks, the best local options 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 WHBF-TV in Rock Island, IL, 86 miles to the northeast. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KWQC-TV in Davenport, IA, 86 miles to the northeast. 2 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 Maharishi Vedic City

Point your antenna SSW, at about 213°. The main network towers for Maharishi Vedic City 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 Maharishi Vedic City, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Maharishi Vedic City

The farthest main network tower for Maharishi Vedic City is KTVO (ABC), 43 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.

KYOU-TV is only 10 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 Maharishi Vedic City

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
K18GU-DTranslator21 mi 252° WSWFairOttumwa, IA
K24IM-DTranslator23 mi 173° SFairKeosauqua, IA
K28JD-DTranslator41 mi 135° SEPoorFort Madison, IA
K18NZ-DTranslator54 mi 145° SEPoorKeokuk, IA
KWKBFull power57 mi 35° NEGoodIowa City, IA
KIINFull power57 mi 36° NEFairIowa City, IA
K30MG-DTranslator64 mi 207° SSWPoorKirksville, MO

How Maharishi Vedic City compares with the rest of Iowa

With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Maharishi Vedic City ranks 253rd of 285 places in Iowa: fewer than the typical Iowa town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 10 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 Ottumwa, 22 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Maharishi Vedic City: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 213° SSW, the direction of KTVO (ABC), 43 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. 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.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Maharishi Vedic City, IA?

ABC is on channel 3 from KTVO, broadcasting from 43 miles SSW of Maharishi Vedic City. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Maharishi Vedic City, IA?

CW is on channel 15.4 from KYOU-TV, broadcasting from 10 miles NNE of Maharishi Vedic City. Estimated signal: strong.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Maharishi Vedic City?

9 transmitters within 70 miles of Maharishi Vedic City; around 6 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 Maharishi Vedic City?

Point your antenna SSW, at about 213°. The main network towers for Maharishi Vedic City sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Maharishi Vedic City?

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 Maharishi Vedic City?

KYOU-TV is only 10 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 Maharishi Vedic City?

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 Maharishi Vedic City; signal estimates ignore terrain.