TV channels & antenna towers in Dilworth, Minnesota
Dilworth has 13 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox and CW. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K15MR-D, 2.2 miles to the SW.
Network channels in Dilworth
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKXJB-LDCW | 30.2 | 5.1 mi | 246° WSW | Good | Horace, ND |
| ABCWDAY-TVABC | 6 | 25 mi | 291° WNW | Strong | Fargo, ND |
| FOXKVRRFox | 15 | 26 mi | 122° ESE | Good | Fargo, ND |
| NBCKVLY-TVNBC | 11 | 42 mi | 320° NW | Good | Fargo, ND |
Over-the-air TV in Dilworth
With roughly 4,370 residents, Dilworth is a town in Minnesota. Our map shows 13 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 6 full-power, 6 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 10 at good or strong strength.
5 of them are within 25 miles of Dilworth, 8 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 0 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Fargo, ND, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Fargo's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 6 (WDAY-TV), NBC on channel 11 (KVLY-TV), Fox on channel 15 (KVRR) and CW on channel 30.2 (KXJB-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KCCW-TV in Walker, MN, 106 miles to the east. 3 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 Dilworth
The main network towers around Dilworth are in different directions: ABC 291° WNW (25 mi), NBC 320° NW (42 mi) and Fox 122° ESE (26 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Dilworth, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Dilworth
The farthest main network tower for Dilworth is KVLY-TV (NBC), 42 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
K15MR-D is only 2.2 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Dilworth
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K15MR-DLow power | 2.2 mi | 232° SW | Strong | Fargo, ND |
| KFGX-LDLow power | 2.2 mi | 232° SW | Strong | Fargo, ND |
| K25LY-DLow power | 4.0 mi | 271° W | Good | Fargo, ND |
| K22OG-DLow power | 4.0 mi | 271° W | Good | Fargo, ND |
| KFMEFull power | 25 mi | 292° WNW | Fair | Fargo, ND |
| KRDK-TVFull power | 41 mi | 313° NW | Good | Valley City, ND |
| K08QE-DTranslator | 42 mi | 130° SE | Poor | Fergus Falls, MN |
| K28MA-DLow power | 42 mi | 320° NW | Poor | Argusville, ND |
| KNGFFull power | 42 mi | 320° NW | Good | Grand Forks, ND |
How Dilworth compares with the rest of Minnesota
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Dilworth ranks 206th of 371 places in Minnesota: fewer than the typical Minnesota town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 5.1 miles away, against a state median of 24 miles.
41% of Minnesota's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Moorhead, 3.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Dilworth: 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 320° NW, the direction of KVLY-TV (NBC), 42 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 11 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 Dilworth, MN?
ABC is on channel 6 from WDAY-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles WNW of Dilworth. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Dilworth, MN?
NBC is on channel 11 from KVLY-TV, broadcasting from 42 miles NW of Dilworth. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Dilworth, MN?
Fox is on channel 15 from KVRR, broadcasting from 26 miles ESE of Dilworth. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Dilworth, MN?
CW is on channel 30.2 from KXJB-LD, broadcasting from 5.1 miles WSW of Dilworth. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Dilworth?
13 transmitters within 70 miles of Dilworth; around 11 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 Dilworth?
The main network towers around Dilworth are in different directions: ABC 291° WNW (25 mi), NBC 320° NW (42 mi) and Fox 122° ESE (26 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Dilworth?
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 190° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Dilworth?
K15MR-D is only 2.2 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Dilworth?
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 Minnesota cities
- Moorhead3.1 mi
- Oakport5.2 mi
- Glyndon5.9 mi
- Hawley18 mi
- Barnesville21 mi
- Ada31 mi
- Pelican Rapids36 mi
- Detroit Lakes41 mi
- Breckenridge43 mi
- Mahnomen46 mi
- Frazee49 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Fargo, ND4.1 mi
- West Fargo, ND9.3 mi
- Horace, ND12 mi
- Casselton, ND24 mi
- Hillsboro, ND40 mi
- Sheldon, ND42 mi
- Wahpeton, ND42 mi
More: all TV stations in Minnesota · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Dilworth; signal estimates ignore terrain.