TV channels & antenna towers in Clinton, Kentucky
Clinton has 14 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WUWT-LD, 15 miles to the S.
Network channels in Clinton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWPSD-TVNBC | 6 | 36 mi | 1° N | Good | Paducah, KY |
| CWKFVS-TVCW | 12.2 | 60 mi | 332° NNW | Weak | Cape Girardeau, MO |
| TLMWQWQ-LDTelemundo | 18 | 60 mi | 332° NNW | Poor | Paducah, KY |
| FOXKBSIFox | 23 | 60 mi | 329° NNW | Good | Cape Girardeau, MO |
| FOXWJKTFox | 16 | 61 mi | 186° S | Weak | Jackson, TN |
| ABCWSIL-TVABC | 3 | 66 mi | 6° N | Weak | Harrisburg, IL |
Over-the-air TV in Clinton
Clinton is a small community of about 1,320 people in Kentucky. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 14 licensed TV transmitters: 9 full-power, 4 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther out. Two of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Paducah, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Paducah's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 3 (WSIL-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WPSD-TV), Fox on channel 23 (KBSI), CW on channel 12.2 (KFVS-TV) and Telemundo on channel 18 (WQWQ-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WREG-TV in Memphis, TN, 113 miles to the southwest. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 4 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 Clinton
Point your antenna N, at about 352°. The main network towers for Clinton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
WSIL-TV (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Clinton. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Clinton
The farthest main network tower for Clinton is WSIL-TV (ABC), 66 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 Clinton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WUWT-LDLow power | 15 mi | 189° S | Fair | Union City, TN |
| WKMUFull power | 25 mi | 86° E | Fair | Murray, KY |
| KJBW-LDLow power | 30 mi | 271° W | Fair | New Madrid, MO |
| WKPDFull power | 34 mi | 31° NNE | Fair | Paducah, KY |
| WANF-LDLow power | 49 mi | 214° SW | Poor | Dyersburg, TN |
| WDKAFull power | 50 mi | 3° N | Good | Paducah, KY |
| K10KM-DTranslator | 56 mi | 329° NNW | Poor | Cape Girardeau, MO |
| WTCTFull power | 62 mi | 358° N | Weak | Marion, IL |
How Clinton compares with the rest of Kentucky
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Clinton ranks 239th of 275 places in Kentucky: fewer than the typical Kentucky town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 36 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
29% of Kentucky's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Paducah, 36 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Clinton: 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 6° N, the direction of WSIL-TV (ABC), 66 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 7 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 Clinton, KY?
ABC is on channel 3 from WSIL-TV, broadcasting from 66 miles N of Clinton. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in Clinton, KY?
NBC is on channel 6 from WPSD-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles N of Clinton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Clinton, KY?
Fox is on channel 23 from KBSI, broadcasting from 60 miles NNW of Clinton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Clinton, KY?
CW is on channel 12.2 from KFVS-TV, broadcasting from 60 miles NNW of Clinton. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Telemundo in Clinton, KY?
Telemundo is on channel 18 from WQWQ-LD, broadcasting from 60 miles NNW of Clinton. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Clinton?
14 transmitters within 70 miles of Clinton; around 7 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 Clinton?
Point your antenna N, at about 352°. The main network towers for Clinton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Clinton?
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 Clinton?
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 Clinton?
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.
TV channels in nearby Kentucky cities
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- Bardwell14 mi
- Mayfield20 mi
- La Center28 mi
- Paducah36 mi
- Murray38 mi
- Benton38 mi
- Calvert City44 mi
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More: all TV stations in Kentucky · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Clinton; signal estimates ignore terrain.