TV channels & antenna towers in Greenville, Mississippi

Greenville has 10 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC and ION. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W19EF-D, 2.4 miles to the E.

10TV transmitters within 70 miles
4networks over the air
2.4 mito the closest tower
32,156population

Network channels in Greenville

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
CBSWXVT-LDCBS17 27 mi50° NE FairCleveland, MS
IONWFXWION15.2 27 mi50° NE GoodGreenville, MS
ABCWABG-TVABC6 30 mi95° E GoodGreenwood, MS
NBCWNBD-LDNBC33 30 mi95° E FairGreenwood, MS

Over-the-air TV in Greenville

Greenville, Mississippi has a population of about 32,200. Our map shows 10 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 3 full-power, 1 Class A and 6 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 3 farther out. Two of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Greenwood, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Greenwood's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 6 (WABG-TV), CBS on channel 17 (WXVT-LD), NBC on channel 33 (WNBD-LD) and ION on channel 15.2 (WFXW). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WDBD in Jackson, MS, 91 miles to the southeast. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Greenville

Point your antenna E, at about 95°. The main network towers for Greenville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Greenville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Greenville

The farthest main network tower for Greenville is WABG-TV (ABC), 30 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.

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 Greenville

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
W19EF-DLow power2.4 mi 88° EFairGreenville, MS
WHCQ-LDLow power29 mi 41° NEWeakCleveland, MS
WMAO-TVFull power30 mi 94° EGoodGreenwood, MS
W34ER-DLow power54 mi 18° NNEPoorMemphis, TN
WMEL-CDClass A60 mi 81° EPoorGrenada-Greenwood, MS
WPRQ-LDLow power61 mi 29° NNEPoorClarksdale, MS

How Greenville compares with the rest of Mississippi

With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Greenville ranks 176th of 217 places in Mississippi: fewer than the typical Mississippi town (9). Its nearest major network tower is 27 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.

35% of Mississippi's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Greenville: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 95° E, the direction of WABG-TV (ABC), 30 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 6 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Greenville, MS?

ABC is on channel 6 from WABG-TV, broadcasting from 30 miles E of Greenville. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CBS in Greenville, MS?

CBS is on channel 17 from WXVT-LD, broadcasting from 27 miles NE of Greenville. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is NBC in Greenville, MS?

NBC is on channel 33 from WNBD-LD, broadcasting from 30 miles E of Greenville. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Greenville?

10 transmitters within 70 miles of Greenville; around 6 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 Greenville?

Point your antenna E, at about 95°. The main network towers for Greenville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Greenville?

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 Greenville?

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 Greenville?

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 Greenville; signal estimates ignore terrain.