TV channels & antenna towers in North Plymouth, Massachusetts

North Plymouth has 36 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 26 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WWDP, 19 miles to the W.

36TV transmitters within 70 miles
9networks over the air
19 mito the closest tower
3,600population

Network channels in North Plymouth

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
TLMWYCN-LDTelemundo8 24 mi274° W FairProvidence, RI
CWWNAC-TVCW64.2 31 mi258° WSW FairProvidence, RI
MeTVWLNE-TVMeTV6.5 32 mi257° WSW GoodNew Bedford, MA
ABCWJARABC10.2 32 mi257° WSW GoodProvidence, RI
TLMWRIW-CDTelemundo51 32 mi257° WSW FairProvidence, RI
CBSWPRI-TVCBS12 32 mi258° WSW FairProvidence, RI
FOXWFXTFox25 36 mi310° NW GoodBoston, MA
CWWLVICW56 36 mi311° NW GoodCambridge, MA
NBCWBTS-CDNBC15 37 mi310° NW FairNashua, NH
CBSWBZ-TVCBS4 37 mi310° NW GoodBoston, MA
TLMWNEUTelemundo60 37 mi310° NW GoodMerrimack, NH
ABCWCVB-TVABC5 37 mi310° NW GoodBoston, MA
IONWBPX-TVION68 50 mi305° NW FairBoston, MA
UNIWUNIUnivision66 50 mi305° NW GoodMarlborough, MA
IONWPXQ-TVION69 66 mi240° WSW WeakNewport, RI

Over-the-air TV in North Plymouth

With roughly 3,600 residents, North Plymouth is a town in Massachusetts. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 36 licensed TV transmitters: 23 full-power, 4 Class A, 8 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 26 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 13 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 26 between 25 and 45 miles, and 7 farther out. Five of the 15 network stations in range are licensed to Providence, RI, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Providence's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 10.2 (WJAR), CBS on channel 4 (WBZ-TV), NBC on channel 15 (WBTS-CD), Fox on channel 25 (WFXT), CW on channel 56 (WLVI), ION on channel 68 (WBPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 60 (WNEU), Univision on channel 66 (WUNI) and MeTV on channel 6.5 (WLNE-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 11 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 North Plymouth

The main network towers around North Plymouth are in different directions: ABC 257° WSW (32 mi), CBS 310° NW (37 mi), NBC 310° NW (37 mi) and Fox 310° NW (36 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Six network stations, WFXT, WLVI, WBTS-CD, WBZ-TV and WNEU and others, transmit from the same tower site about 36 miles northwest of North Plymouth (310° NW). That one direction covers every station on the site.

Of the 13 full-power and Class A network signals that reach North Plymouth at fair strength or better, 62% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from North Plymouth, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for North Plymouth

The farthest main network tower for North Plymouth is WBTS-CD (NBC), 37 miles away with a fair 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 North Plymouth

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WWDPFull power19 mi 279° WFairNorwell, MA
WMFPFull power19 mi 279° WFairFoxborough, MA
WCRN-LDLow power27 mi 316° NWFairBoston, MA
WSBE-TVFull power32 mi 257° WSWFairProvidence, RI
WHDT-LDLow power33 mi 323° NWPoorBoston, MA
WCEA-LDLow power33 mi 323° NWWeakBoston, MA
WWOO-LDLow power33 mi 324° NWWeakWestmoreland, NH
WFXZ-CDClass A36 mi 310° NWFairBoston, MA
WGBH-TVFull power36 mi 310° NWFairBoston, MA
WVCC-LDLow power36 mi 310° NWPoorWestmoreland, NH
WHDHFull power36 mi 311° NWGoodBoston, MA
W26EU-DTranslator36 mi 310° NWWeakBoston, MA
WUTF-TVFull power37 mi 310° NWGoodWorcester, MA
WGBX-TVFull power37 mi 310° NWGoodBoston, MA
WSBK-TVFull power37 mi 310° NWGoodBoston, MA
WMPX-LDLow power39 mi 273° WPoorDennis, MA
WLEK-LDLow power42 mi 338° NNWPoorConcord, NH
WDPX-TVFull power50 mi 305° NWFairWoburn, MA
WWJE-DTFull power50 mi 305° NWGoodDerry, NH
WVMA-CDClass A57 mi 262° WPoorProvidence, RI
WLWCFull power66 mi 240° WSWWeakNew Bedford, MA

How North Plymouth compares with the rest of Massachusetts

With 26 stations at fair strength or better, North Plymouth ranks 254th of 390 places in Massachusetts: fewer than the typical Massachusetts town (29). Its nearest major network tower is 24 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.

63% of Massachusetts's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Middleborough, 13 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in North Plymouth: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 310° NW, the direction of WBTS-CD (NBC), 37 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 26 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in North Plymouth, MA?

ABC is on channel 10.2 from WJAR, broadcasting from 32 miles WSW of North Plymouth. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CBS in North Plymouth, MA?

CBS is on channel 4 from WBZ-TV, broadcasting from 37 miles NW of North Plymouth. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is NBC in North Plymouth, MA?

NBC is on channel 15 from WBTS-CD, broadcasting from 37 miles NW of North Plymouth. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is Fox in North Plymouth, MA?

Fox is on channel 25 from WFXT, broadcasting from 36 miles NW of North Plymouth. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in North Plymouth, MA?

CW is on channel 56 from WLVI, broadcasting from 36 miles NW of North Plymouth. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in North Plymouth?

36 transmitters within 70 miles of North Plymouth; around 26 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 North Plymouth?

The main network towers around North Plymouth are in different directions: ABC 257° WSW (32 mi), CBS 310° NW (37 mi), NBC 310° NW (37 mi) and Fox 310° NW (36 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in North Plymouth?

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 North Plymouth?

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 North Plymouth?

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 Massachusetts · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of North Plymouth; signal estimates ignore terrain.