TV channels & antenna towers in Swartz, Louisiana
Swartz has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW, ION and MeTV. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KCWL-LD, 7.4 miles to the WSW.
Network channels in Swartz
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONKMCT-TVION | 39.2 | 10 mi | 246° WSW | Good | West Monroe, LA |
| ABCKNOE-TVABC | 8.2 | 26 mi | 191° S | Fair | Monroe, LA |
| MeTVKMLUMeTV | 11.1 | 26 mi | 191° S | Fair | Columbia, LA |
| CWKARDCW | 14.2 | 35 mi | 199° SSW | Good | West Monroe, LA |
| NBCKTVENBC | 10 | 38 mi | 338° NNW | Good | El Dorado, AR |
| MeTVKMYA-DTMeTV | 49.1 | 64 mi | 320° NW | Poor | Camden, AR |
| FOXWNTZ-TVFox | 48 | 64 mi | 164° SSE | Weak | Natchez, MS |
Over-the-air TV in Swartz
With roughly 4,540 residents, Swartz is a town in Louisiana. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 16 licensed TV transmitters: 9 full-power, 1 Class A, 5 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 7 farther out. Two of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to West Monroe, so most of the network channels you will find here come from West Monroe's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 8.2 (KNOE-TV), NBC on channel 10 (KTVE), Fox on channel 48 (WNTZ-TV), CW on channel 14.2 (KARD), ION on channel 39.2 (KMCT-TV) and MeTV on channel 11.1 (KMLU). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSLA in Shreveport, LA, 114 miles to the west. 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 Swartz
The main network towers around Swartz are in different directions: ABC 191° S (26 mi) and NBC 338° NNW (38 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, KNOE-TV and KMLU, transmit from the same tower site about 26 miles south of Swartz (191° S). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Swartz at fair strength or better, 60% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Swartz, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Swartz
The farthest main network tower for Swartz is KTVE (NBC), 38 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WNTZ-TV (Fox), 64 miles south, 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 Swartz
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCWL-LDLow power | 7.4 mi | 248° WSW | Good | Monroe, LA |
| K29NC-DLow power | 8.7 mi | 317° NW | Good | Monroe, LA |
| KLTM-TVFull power | 26 mi | 191° S | Good | Monroe, LA |
| KETZFull power | 38 mi | 338° NNW | Fair | El Dorado, AR |
| KLMB-CDClass A | 59 mi | 319° NW | Poor | El Dorado, AR |
| KCIB-LDLow power | 59 mi | 318° NW | Poor | El Dorado, AR |
| K20OC-DTranslator | 59 mi | 319° NW | Poor | El Dorado, AR |
| K12XQ-DLow power | 62 mi | 186° S | Poor | Columbia, LA |
| W26BB-DLow power | 68 mi | 102° ESE | Poor | Vicksburg, MS |
How Swartz compares with the rest of Louisiana
With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Swartz ranks 242nd of 283 places in Louisiana: fewer than the typical Louisiana town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 10 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.
50% of Louisiana's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Monroe, 8.8 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Swartz: 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 338° NNW, the direction of KTVE (NBC), 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 9 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 Swartz, LA?
ABC is on channel 8.2 from KNOE-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles S of Swartz. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Swartz, LA?
NBC is on channel 10 from KTVE, broadcasting from 38 miles NNW of Swartz. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Swartz, LA?
Fox is on channel 48 from WNTZ-TV, broadcasting from 64 miles SSE of Swartz. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Swartz, LA?
CW is on channel 14.2 from KARD, broadcasting from 35 miles SSW of Swartz. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Swartz?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Swartz; around 9 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 Swartz?
The main network towers around Swartz are in different directions: ABC 191° S (26 mi) and NBC 338° NNW (38 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Swartz?
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. The towers are spread over about 147° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help. Picking up Fox from up to 64 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Swartz?
WNTZ-TV (Fox), 64 miles south, 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.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Swartz?
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 Louisiana cities
- Lakeshore3.5 mi
- Monroe8.8 mi
- West Monroe10 mi
- Richwood10 mi
- Sterlington11 mi
- Brownsville11 mi
- Claiborne13 mi
- Bawcomville13 mi
- Rayville15 mi
- Bastrop15 mi
- Farmerville28 mi
- Delhi30 mi
- Winnsboro32 mi
- Banks Springs34 mi
- Monticello34 mi
- Ruston38 mi
- Oak Grove40 mi
- Grambling43 mi
- Bernice43 mi
- Tallulah48 mi
- Jonesboro48 mi
- Olla48 mi
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More: all TV stations in Louisiana · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Swartz; signal estimates ignore terrain.