TV channels & antenna towers in Elko New Market, Minnesota
Elko New Market has 35 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 17 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WUMN-LD (Univision), 28 miles to the N.
Network channels in Elko New Market
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIWUMN-LDUnivision | 21 | 28 mi | 6° N | Fair | Minneapolis, MN |
| TLMKJNK-LDTelemundo | 25 | 29 mi | 5° N | Fair | Minneapolis, MN |
| FOXKMSP-TVFox | 9 | 36 mi | 16° NNE | Fair | Minneapolis, MN |
| ABCKSTP-TVABC | 5 | 36 mi | 15° NNE | Good | St. Paul, MN |
| CWWUCWCW | 23 | 36 mi | 15° NNE | Good | Minneapolis, MN |
| CBSWCCO-TVCBS | 4 | 36 mi | 15° NNE | Good | Minneapolis, MN |
| NBCKARENBC | 11 | 36 mi | 15° NNE | Good | Minneapolis, MN |
| MeTVKSTC-TVMeTV | 5.3 | 36 mi | 15° NNE | Good | Minneapolis, MN |
| IONKPXM-TVION | 41 | 53 mi | 357° N | Fair | St. Cloud, MN |
| FOXKEYC-TVFox | 12.2 | 69 mi | 231° SW | Poor | Mankato, MN |
| CWKMNF-CDCW | 7.2 | 69 mi | 231° SW | Poor | Mankato, MN |
Over-the-air TV in Elko New Market
Elko New Market, Minnesota has a population of about 4,710. Our map shows 35 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 11 full-power, 2 Class A, 19 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 17 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Elko New Market, 24 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 11 are more than 45 miles out. Seven of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Minneapolis, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Minneapolis's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 5 (KSTP-TV), CBS on channel 4 (WCCO-TV), NBC on channel 11 (KARE), Fox on channel 9 (KMSP-TV), CW on channel 23 (WUCW), ION on channel 41 (KPXM-TV), Telemundo on channel 25 (KJNK-LD), Univision on channel 21 (WUMN-LD) and MeTV on channel 5.3 (KSTC-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal) and Univision (fair signal). 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 Elko New Market
Point your antenna NNE, at about 15°. The main network towers for Elko New Market sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, KMSP-TV, KSTP-TV, WUCW, WCCO-TV and KARE and others, transmit from the same tower site about 36 miles north of Elko New Market (16° NNE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Elko New Market at fair strength or better, all arrive from the north, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Elko New Market, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Elko New Market
The farthest main network tower for Elko New Market is KARE (NBC), 36 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 Elko New Market
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K14RB-DLow power | 29 mi | 5° N | Fair | St. Paul, MN |
| KMBD-LDLow power | 29 mi | 5° N | Weak | Minneapolis, MN |
| K33LN-DClass A | 29 mi | 5° N | Fair | Minneapolis, MN |
| KWJM-LDLow power | 29 mi | 5° N | Fair | Minneapolis, MN |
| KMQV-LDLow power | 29 mi | 5° N | Fair | Rochester, MN |
| KMWE-LDLow power | 29 mi | 24° NNE | Fair | St. Paul, MN |
| KKTW-LDLow power | 30 mi | 349° NNW | Weak | Minneapolis, MN |
| KHVM-LDLow power | 34 mi | 332° NNW | Weak | Minneapolis, MN |
| KTCJ-LDLow power | 34 mi | 332° NNW | Poor | Minneapolis, MN |
| WFTCFull power | 36 mi | 16° NNE | Good | Minneapolis, MN |
| KTCA-TVFull power | 36 mi | 16° NNE | Good | St. Paul, MN |
| KTCI-TVFull power | 36 mi | 16° NNE | Good | St. Paul, MN |
| K21NU-DLow power | 36 mi | 194° SSW | Poor | Minneapolis, MN |
| WDMI-LDLow power | 36 mi | 12° NNE | Weak | Minneapolis, MN |
| W19EN-DTranslator | 39 mi | 53° NE | Poor | River Falls, WI |
| K33MW-DLow power | 45 mi | 233° SW | Poor | Mankato, MN |
| K31LN-DLow power | 52 mi | 129° SE | Poor | Rochester, MN |
| K29OE-DLow power | 52 mi | 129° SE | Poor | Rochester, MN |
| W22FD-DLow power | 54 mi | 134° SE | Poor | Dodge Center, MN |
| K28PQ-DLow power | 60 mi | 342° NNW | Poor | Saint Cloud, MN |
| K25QC-DLow power | 60 mi | 234° SW | Poor | Lake Crystal, MN |
| K25NK-DLow power | 61 mi | 126° SE | Poor | Rochester, MN |
| K27OW-DTranslator | 66 mi | 158° SSE | Poor | Rochester, MN |
| K30RA-DLow power | 67 mi | 151° SSE | Poor | Dexter, MN |
How Elko New Market compares with the rest of Minnesota
With 17 stations at fair strength or better, Elko New Market ranks 128th of 371 places in Minnesota: more than the typical Minnesota town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 28 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 Lakeville, 7.2 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Elko New Market: 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 15° NNE, the direction of KARE (NBC), 36 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 17 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 Elko New Market, MN?
ABC is on channel 5 from KSTP-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles NNE of Elko New Market. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Elko New Market, MN?
CBS is on channel 4 from WCCO-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles NNE of Elko New Market. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Elko New Market, MN?
NBC is on channel 11 from KARE, broadcasting from 36 miles NNE of Elko New Market. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Elko New Market, MN?
Fox is on channel 9 from KMSP-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles NNE of Elko New Market. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Elko New Market, MN?
CW is on channel 23 from WUCW, broadcasting from 36 miles NNE of Elko New Market. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Elko New Market?
35 transmitters within 70 miles of Elko New Market; around 17 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 Elko New Market?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 15°. The main network towers for Elko New Market sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Elko New Market?
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 Elko New Market?
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 Elko New Market?
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 Minnesota · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Elko New Market; signal estimates ignore terrain.