TV channels & antenna towers in Jordan, Minnesota
Jordan has 69 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 18 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KHVM-LD, 23 miles to the N.
Network channels in Jordan
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIWUMN-LDUnivision | 21 | 27 mi | 39° NE | Fair | Minneapolis, MN |
| TLMKJNK-LDTelemundo | 25 | 28 mi | 39° NE | Fair | Minneapolis, MN |
| ABCKSTP-TVABC | 5 | 36 mi | 41° NE | Good | St. Paul, MN |
| CWWUCWCW | 23 | 36 mi | 41° NE | Good | Minneapolis, MN |
| CBSWCCO-TVCBS | 4 | 36 mi | 41° NE | Good | Minneapolis, MN |
| NBCKARENBC | 11 | 36 mi | 41° NE | Good | Minneapolis, MN |
| MeTVKSTC-TVMeTV | 5.3 | 36 mi | 41° NE | Good | Minneapolis, MN |
| FOXKMSP-TVFox | 9 | 37 mi | 42° NE | Fair | Minneapolis, MN |
| IONKPXM-TVION | 41 | 48 mi | 14° NNE | Good | St. Cloud, MN |
| FOXKEYC-TVFox | 12.2 | 64 mi | 218° SW | Weak | Mankato, MN |
| CWKMNF-CDCW | 7.2 | 64 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Mankato, MN |
Over-the-air TV in Jordan
Jordan is a town of about 6,080 people in Minnesota. There are 69 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 11 full-power, 2 Class A, 33 low-power and 23 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 18 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
3 of them are within 25 miles of Jordan, 20 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 46 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 best-placed network stations 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 Jordan
Point your antenna NE, at about 41°. The main network towers for Jordan sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Six network stations, KSTP-TV, WUCW, WCCO-TV, KARE and KSTC-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 36 miles northeast of Jordan (41° NE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Jordan at fair strength or better, 86% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Jordan, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Jordan
The farthest main network tower for Jordan is KMSP-TV (Fox), 37 miles away with a fair 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 Jordan
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 58; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KHVM-LDLow power | 23 mi | 357° N | Fair | Minneapolis, MN |
| KTCJ-LDLow power | 23 mi | 357° N | Weak | Minneapolis, MN |
| KKTW-LDLow power | 24 mi | 21° NNE | Fair | Minneapolis, MN |
| K14RB-DLow power | 28 mi | 39° NE | Fair | St. Paul, MN |
| KMBD-LDLow power | 28 mi | 39° NE | Weak | Minneapolis, MN |
| K33LN-DClass A | 28 mi | 39° NE | Fair | Minneapolis, MN |
| KWJM-LDLow power | 28 mi | 39° NE | Fair | Minneapolis, MN |
| KMQV-LDLow power | 28 mi | 39° NE | Fair | Rochester, MN |
| KMWE-LDLow power | 33 mi | 53° NE | Weak | St. Paul, MN |
| WDMI-LDLow power | 35 mi | 38° NE | Weak | Minneapolis, MN |
| WFTCFull power | 37 mi | 42° NE | Good | Minneapolis, MN |
| KTCA-TVFull power | 37 mi | 42° NE | Good | St. Paul, MN |
| KTCI-TVFull power | 37 mi | 42° NE | Good | St. Paul, MN |
| K33MW-DLow power | 40 mi | 211° SSW | Poor | Mankato, MN |
| K21NU-DLow power | 42 mi | 171° S | Poor | Minneapolis, MN |
| W19EN-DTranslator | 49 mi | 70° ENE | Poor | River Falls, WI |
| K28PQ-DLow power | 50 mi | 355° N | Poor | Saint Cloud, MN |
| K25QC-DLow power | 54 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Lake Crystal, MN |
| K14KE-DTranslator | 62 mi | 231° SW | Poor | St. James, MN |
| K26CS-DTranslator | 62 mi | 231° SW | Poor | St. James, MN |
| K30FN-DLow power | 62 mi | 231° SW | Poor | St. James, MN |
| K28OH-DLow power | 62 mi | 231° SW | Poor | St. James, MN |
| K32GX-DLow power | 62 mi | 231° SW | Poor | St. James, MN |
| K34JX-DLow power | 62 mi | 231° SW | Poor | St. James, MN |
| K31OR-DTranslator | 62 mi | 276° W | Poor | Olivia, MN |
How Jordan compares with the rest of Minnesota
With 18 stations at fair strength or better, Jordan ranks 125th of 371 places in Minnesota: more than the typical Minnesota town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 27 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 Chaska, 8.6 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Jordan: 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 42° NE, the direction of KMSP-TV (Fox), 37 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 18 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 Jordan, MN?
ABC is on channel 5 from KSTP-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles NE of Jordan. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Jordan, MN?
CBS is on channel 4 from WCCO-TV, broadcasting from 36 miles NE of Jordan. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Jordan, MN?
NBC is on channel 11 from KARE, broadcasting from 36 miles NE of Jordan. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Jordan, MN?
Fox is on channel 9 from KMSP-TV, broadcasting from 37 miles NE of Jordan. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Jordan, MN?
CW is on channel 23 from WUCW, broadcasting from 36 miles NE of Jordan. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Jordan?
69 transmitters within 70 miles of Jordan; around 18 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 Jordan?
Point your antenna NE, at about 41°. The main network towers for Jordan sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Jordan?
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 Jordan?
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 Jordan?
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 Jordan; signal estimates ignore terrain.