TV channels & antenna towers in Carthage, Mississippi
Carthage has 18 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Trinity. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WRBJ-TV (Trinity), 42 miles to the S.
Network channels in Carthage
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBNWRBJ-TVTrinity | 34 | 42 mi | 181° S | Good | Magee, MS |
| ABCWAPTABC | 16 | 54 mi | 235° SW | Good | Jackson, MS |
| FOXWGBCFox | 30 | 57 mi | 119° ESE | Weak | Meridian, MS |
| CBSWMDNCBS | 24 | 57 mi | 119° ESE | Weak | Meridian, MS |
| CWWTOK-TVCW | 11.3 | 57 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | Meridian, MS |
| CWWJTVCW | 12.2 | 61 mi | 236° WSW | Fair | Jackson, MS |
| NBCWLBTNBC | 3 | 61 mi | 234° SW | Good | Jackson, MS |
| FOXWDBDFox | 40 | 61 mi | 234° SW | Good | Jackson, MS |
Over-the-air TV in Carthage
Carthage, Mississippi has a population of about 4,900. Our map shows 18 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 13 full-power, 1 Class A and 4 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Carthage, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 17 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Jackson, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Jackson's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 16 (WAPT), CBS on channel 24 (WMDN), NBC on channel 3 (WLBT), Fox on channel 40 (WDBD), CW on channel 12.2 (WJTV) and Trinity on channel 34 (WRBJ-TV). 5 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 Carthage
The main network towers around Carthage are in different directions: ABC 235° SW (54 mi), CBS 119° ESE (57 mi), NBC 234° SW (61 mi) and Fox 234° SW (61 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, WGBC, WMDN and WTOK-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 57 miles southeast of Carthage (119° ESE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Carthage at fair strength or better, 80% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WMDN (CBS) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Carthage. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Carthage
The farthest main network tower for Carthage is WDBD (Fox), 61 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Carthage
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WMAB-TVFull power | 48 mi | 27° NNE | Weak | Mississippi State, MS |
| WMAW-TVFull power | 48 mi | 148° SSE | Good | Meridian, MS |
| WJMF-LDLow power | 50 mi | 232° SW | Poor | Jackson, MS |
| WOOK-LDLow power | 57 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | Meridian, MS |
| WLOOFull power | 61 mi | 234° SW | Good | Vicksburg, MS |
| WMEL-CDClass A | 63 mi | 333° NNW | Poor | Grenada-Greenwood, MS |
| WMPN-TVFull power | 63 mi | 234° SW | Good | Jackson, MS |
| W05BV-DLow power | 65 mi | 39° NE | Poor | Starkville, MS |
| W22EP-DLow power | 65 mi | 39° NE | Poor | Starkville, MS |
| WWJXFull power | 66 mi | 225° SW | Poor | Jackson, MS |
How Carthage compares with the rest of Mississippi
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Carthage ranks 124th of 217 places in Mississippi: fewer than the typical Mississippi town (9). Its nearest major network tower is 42 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
44% of Mississippi's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Madison, 39 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Carthage: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 234° SW, the direction of WDBD (Fox), 61 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 8 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 Carthage, MS?
ABC is on channel 16 from WAPT, broadcasting from 54 miles SW of Carthage. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Carthage, MS?
CBS is on channel 24 from WMDN, broadcasting from 57 miles ESE of Carthage. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in Carthage, MS?
NBC is on channel 3 from WLBT, broadcasting from 61 miles SW of Carthage. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Carthage, MS?
Fox is on channel 40 from WDBD, broadcasting from 61 miles SW of Carthage. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Carthage, MS?
CW is on channel 12.2 from WJTV, broadcasting from 61 miles WSW of Carthage. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Carthage?
18 transmitters within 70 miles of Carthage; around 8 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Carthage?
The main network towers around Carthage are in different directions: ABC 235° SW (54 mi), CBS 119° ESE (57 mi), NBC 234° SW (61 mi) and Fox 234° SW (61 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Carthage?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 115° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Carthage?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Carthage?
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 Mississippi · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Carthage; signal estimates ignore terrain.