TV channels & antenna towers in Ellis, Kansas

Ellis has 7 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KBSH-DT (CBS), 13 miles to the ESE.

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7TV transmitters within 70 miles

4networks over the air

13 mito the closest tower

2,064population

Network channels in Ellis

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CBSKBSH-DTCBS	7	13 mi	107° ESE	Good	Hays, KS
FOXKOCWFox	14	44 mi	119° ESE	Fair	Hoisington, KS
NBCKSNCNBC	2	55 mi	129° SE	Fair	Great Bend, KS
ABCKGBD-LDABC	30	58 mi	129° SE	Poor	Great Bend, KS

Over-the-air TV in Ellis

Ellis, Kansas has a population of about 2,060. Our map shows 7 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 4 full-power, 2 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.

2 of them are within 25 miles of Ellis, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 3 are more than 45 miles out. Two of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Great Bend, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Great Bend's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 30 (KGBD-LD), CBS on channel 7 (KBSH-DT), NBC on channel 2 (KSNC) and Fox on channel 14 (KOCW). 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Ellis

Point your antenna ESE, at about 113°. The main network towers for Ellis sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Ellis at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.

KOCW (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Ellis. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Ellis

The farthest main network tower for Ellis is KOCW (Fox), 44 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.

KSNC (NBC), 55 miles southeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.

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 Ellis

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K25CV-DLow power	13 mi	97° E	Good	Hays, KS
K33NP-DTranslator	37 mi	92° E	Weak	Russell, KS
KOODFull power	46 mi	104° ESE	Good	Hays, KS

How Ellis compares with the rest of Kansas

With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Ellis ranks 140th of 216 places in Kansas: fewer than the typical Kansas town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 13 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.

47% of Kansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Hays, 13 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Ellis: 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 119° ESE, the direction of KOCW (Fox), 44 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 5 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 Ellis, KS?

ABC is on channel 30 from KGBD-LD, broadcasting from 58 miles SE of Ellis. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is CBS in Ellis, KS?

CBS is on channel 7 from KBSH-DT, broadcasting from 13 miles ESE of Ellis. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is NBC in Ellis, KS?

NBC is on channel 2 from KSNC, broadcasting from 55 miles SE of Ellis. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is Fox in Ellis, KS?

Fox is on channel 14 from KOCW, broadcasting from 44 miles ESE of Ellis. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ellis?

7 transmitters within 70 miles of Ellis; around 5 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 Ellis?

Point your antenna ESE, at about 113°. The main network towers for Ellis sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Ellis?

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. Picking up NBC from up to 55 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Ellis?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Ellis?

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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