TV channels & antenna towers in Davison, Michigan
Davison has 33 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 21 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WXON-LD, 13 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Davison
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWEYI-TVNBC | 25 | 16 mi | 321° NW | Good | Saginaw, MI |
| CWWBSFCW | 46 | 16 mi | 321° NW | Strong | Bay City, MI |
| ABCWJRT-TVABC | 12 | 30 mi | 297° WNW | Fair | Flint, MI |
| FOXWSMHFox | 66 | 31 mi | 295° WNW | Good | Flint, MI |
| CBSWNEM-TVCBS | 5 | 34 mi | 332° NNW | Good | Bay City, MI |
| IONWPXD-TVION | 31 | 39 mi | 165° SSE | Good | Ann Arbor, MI |
| CWWKBD-TVCW | 50 | 39 mi | 165° SSE | Good | Detroit, MI |
| ABCWXYZ-TVABC | 7 | 41 mi | 161° SSE | Good | Detroit, MI |
| NBCWDIV-TVNBC | 4 | 41 mi | 157° SSE | Good | Detroit, MI |
| FOXWJBKFox | 2 | 43 mi | 159° SSE | Fair | Detroit, MI |
| CBSWWJ-TVCBS | 62 | 44 mi | 157° SSE | Good | Detroit, MI |
| CWWLAJCW | 53.2 | 50 mi | 241° WSW | Good | Lansing, MI |
| CBSWLNS-TVCBS | 6 | 50 mi | 241° WSW | Good | Lansing, MI |
| NBCWILX-TVNBC | 10 | 67 mi | 233° SW | Poor | Onondaga, MI |
| FOXWSYM-TVFox | 47 | 70 mi | 236° SW | Weak | Lansing, MI |
Over-the-air TV in Davison
With roughly 4,970 residents, Davison is a town in Michigan. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 33 licensed TV transmitters: 21 full-power, 2 Class A and 10 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 21 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 18 at good or strong strength.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Davison, 18 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 11 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 15 network stations in range are licensed to Detroit, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Detroit's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 7 (WXYZ-TV), CBS on channel 5 (WNEM-TV), NBC on channel 25 (WEYI-TV), Fox on channel 66 (WSMH), CW on channel 46 (WBSF) and ION on channel 31 (WPXD-TV). 6 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 Davison
The main network towers around Davison are in different directions: ABC 161° SSE (41 mi), CBS 332° NNW (34 mi), NBC 321° NW (16 mi) and Fox 295° WNW (31 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WEYI-TV and WBSF, transmit from the same tower site about 16 miles northwest of Davison (321° NW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 13 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Davison at fair strength or better, 38% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across three other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Davison, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Davison
The farthest main network tower for Davison is WXYZ-TV (ABC), 41 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Davison
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WXON-LDLow power | 13 mi | 319° NW | Good | Flint, MI |
| W35DQ-DLow power | 17 mi | 310° NW | Fair | Midland, MI |
| WAQPFull power | 30 mi | 296° WNW | Good | Saginaw, MI |
| WFFC-LDLow power | 32 mi | 321° NW | Weak | Midland, MI |
| WDCQ-TVFull power | 36 mi | 349° NNW | Good | Bad Axe, MI |
| WDWO-CDClass A | 39 mi | 165° SSE | Weak | Detroit, MI |
| WTVSFull power | 44 mi | 157° SSE | Good | Detroit, MI |
| WUDL-LDLow power | 44 mi | 157° SSE | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WUDT-LDLow power | 44 mi | 157° SSE | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WMYDFull power | 44 mi | 157° SSE | Good | Detroit, MI |
| WHNE-LDLow power | 44 mi | 157° SSE | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WADLFull power | 46 mi | 136° SE | Good | Mount Clemens, MI |
| WKNX-LDLow power | 46 mi | 334° NNW | Poor | Bay City, MI |
| WHPS-CDClass A | 48 mi | 154° SSE | Poor | Detroit, MI |
| WKAR-TVFull power | 51 mi | 243° WSW | Good | East Lansing, MI |
| WLNM-LDLow power | 51 mi | 243° WSW | Poor | Lansing, MI |
| W34FD-DLow power | 51 mi | 333° NNW | Poor | Saginaw, MI |
| WLPC-CDLow power | 54 mi | 154° SSE | Poor | Redford, MI |
How Davison compares with the rest of Michigan
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, Davison ranks 68th of 447 places in Michigan: more than the typical Michigan town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 16 miles away, against a state median of 20 miles.
56% of Michigan's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Burton, 5.5 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Davison: 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 161° SSE, the direction of WXYZ-TV (ABC), 41 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 21 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 Davison, MI?
ABC is on channel 7 from WXYZ-TV, broadcasting from 41 miles SSE of Davison. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Davison, MI?
CBS is on channel 5 from WNEM-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles NNW of Davison. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Davison, MI?
NBC is on channel 25 from WEYI-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles NW of Davison. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Davison, MI?
Fox is on channel 66 from WSMH, broadcasting from 31 miles WNW of Davison. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Davison, MI?
CW is on channel 46 from WBSF, broadcasting from 16 miles NW of Davison. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Davison?
33 transmitters within 70 miles of Davison; around 21 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 Davison?
The main network towers around Davison are in different directions: ABC 161° SSE (41 mi), CBS 332° NNW (34 mi), NBC 321° NW (16 mi) and Fox 295° WNW (31 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Davison?
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 171° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Davison?
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 Davison?
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 Michigan · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Davison; signal estimates ignore terrain.