TV channels & antenna towers in Wilton, Iowa
Wilton has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 17 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K33QA-D, 19 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Wilton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCKWQC-TVNBC | 6 | 28 mi | 96° E | Good | Davenport, IA |
| CBSWHBF-TVCBS | 4 | 28 mi | 96° E | Fair | Rock Island, IL |
| CWKGCWCW | 26 | 38 mi | 118° ESE | Good | Burlington, IA |
| FOXKLJBFox | 18 | 38 mi | 120° ESE | Good | Davenport, IA |
| ABCWQAD-TVABC | 8 | 38 mi | 120° ESE | Good | Moline, IL |
| TBNWMWC-TVTrinity | 53 | 38 mi | 120° ESE | Fair | Galesburg, IL |
| CWKYOU-TVCW | 15.4 | 56 mi | 241° WSW | Good | Ottumwa, IA |
| IONKPXR-TVION | 48 | 66 mi | 318° NW | Fair | Cedar Rapids, IA |
| CWKCRG-TVCW | 9.3 | 66 mi | 320° NW | Good | Cedar Rapids, IA |
| FOXKGANFox | 2.2 | 66 mi | 320° NW | Good | Cedar Rapids, IA |
Over-the-air TV in Wilton
With roughly 2,810 residents, Wilton is a town in Iowa. Our map shows 20 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 17 full-power, 2 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 17 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 12 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 8 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther 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 Wilton
Point your antenna ESE, at about 108°. The main network towers for Wilton 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 38 miles southeast of Wilton (118° ESE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Wilton at fair strength or better, 40% 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 Wilton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Wilton
The farthest main network tower for Wilton is KLJB (Fox), 38 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Wilton
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 | 19 mi | 109° ESE | Fair | Davenport, IA |
| KIINFull power | 19 mi | 299° WNW | Good | Iowa City, IA |
| KWKBFull power | 20 mi | 299° WNW | Strong | Iowa City, IA |
| WQPT-TVFull power | 38 mi | 120° ESE | Good | Moline, IL |
| KQINFull power | 38 mi | 120° ESE | Good | Davenport, IA |
| KFXAFull power | 65 mi | 303° WNW | Good | Cedar Rapids, IA |
| KFKZ-LDLow power | 66 mi | 318° NW | Poor | Cedar Falls, IA |
| KRINFull power | 66 mi | 320° NW | Fair | Waterloo, IA |
| KFXB-TVFull power | 67 mi | 17° NNE | Weak | Dubuque, IA |
| K28JD-DTranslator | 70 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Fort Madison, IA |
How Wilton compares with the rest of Iowa
With 17 stations at fair strength or better, Wilton ranks 6th of 285 places in Iowa: more than the typical Iowa town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 28 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, 11 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Wilton: 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 120° ESE, the direction of KLJB (Fox), 38 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 17 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 Wilton, IA?
ABC is on channel 8 from WQAD-TV, broadcasting from 38 miles ESE of Wilton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Wilton, IA?
CBS is on channel 4 from WHBF-TV, broadcasting from 28 miles E of Wilton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Wilton, IA?
NBC is on channel 6 from KWQC-TV, broadcasting from 28 miles E of Wilton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Wilton, IA?
Fox is on channel 18 from KLJB, broadcasting from 38 miles ESE of Wilton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Wilton, IA?
CW is on channel 26 from KGCW, broadcasting from 38 miles ESE of Wilton. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Wilton?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of Wilton; around 17 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 Wilton?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 108°. The main network towers for Wilton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Wilton?
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 Wilton?
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 Wilton?
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 Wilton; signal estimates ignore terrain.