TV channels & antenna towers in Norton, Kansas
Norton has 6 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC and NBC. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K30FV-D, 43 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Norton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCKSNKNBC | 8 | 43 mi | 270° W | Weak | McCook, NE |
| ABCKWNB-LDABC | 6 | 49 mi | 303° WNW | Poor | McCook, NE |
Over-the-air TV in Norton
Norton is a town of about 2,840 people in Kansas. There are 6 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 2 full-power, 3 low-power and 1 translator. 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 Norton, 3 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 3 are more than 45 miles out. Two of the 2 network stations in range are licensed to McCook, NE, so most of the network channels you will find here come from McCook's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 6 (KWNB-LD) and NBC on channel 8 (KSNK). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KBSH-DT in Hays, KS, 72 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOCW in Hoisington, KS, 100 miles to the southeast. 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 Norton
Point your antenna W, at about 270°. The main network towers for Norton 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 Norton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Norton
The farthest main network tower for Norton is KSNK (NBC), 43 miles away with a weak 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 Norton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K30FV-DLow power | 43 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Cambridge, NE |
| KLNE-TVFull power | 44 mi | 31° NNE | Good | Lexington, NE |
| K24HG-DLow power | 56 mi | 10° N | Poor | Cozad, NE |
| K21OI-DTranslator | 61 mi | 300° WNW | Poor | McCook/Culbertson, NE |
How Norton compares with the rest of Kansas
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Norton ranks 194th of 216 places in Kansas: fewer than the typical Kansas town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 43 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
36% of Kansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Norton: 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 270° W, the direction of KSNK (NBC), 43 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 Norton, KS?
ABC is on channel 6 from KWNB-LD, broadcasting from 49 miles WNW of Norton. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is NBC in Norton, KS?
NBC is on channel 8 from KSNK, broadcasting from 43 miles W of Norton. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Norton?
6 transmitters within 70 miles of Norton; 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 Norton?
Point your antenna W, at about 270°. The main network towers for Norton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Norton?
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 Norton?
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 Norton?
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 Kansas · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Norton; signal estimates ignore terrain.