TV channels & antenna towers in Hillsboro, Mississippi
Hillsboro has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Trinity. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WRBJ-TV (Trinity), 23 miles to the S.
Network channels in Hillsboro
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBNWRBJ-TVTrinity | 34 | 23 mi | 185° S | Strong | Magee, MS |
| ABCWAPTABC | 16 | 47 mi | 255° WSW | Good | Jackson, MS |
| FOXWGBCFox | 30 | 49 mi | 101° E | Fair | Meridian, MS |
| CBSWMDNCBS | 24 | 49 mi | 101° E | Fair | Meridian, MS |
| CWWTOK-TVCW | 11.3 | 49 mi | 101° E | Weak | Meridian, MS |
| NBCWLBTNBC | 3 | 54 mi | 252° WSW | Good | Jackson, MS |
| FOXWDBDFox | 40 | 54 mi | 252° WSW | Good | Jackson, MS |
| CWWJTVCW | 12.2 | 54 mi | 254° WSW | Fair | Jackson, MS |
Over-the-air TV in Hillsboro
Hillsboro, Mississippi has a population of about 1,130. There are 15 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 13 full-power and 2 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Hillsboro, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 12 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.
For the networks, the best local options 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 Hillsboro
The main network towers around Hillsboro are in different directions: ABC 255° WSW (47 mi), CBS 101° E (49 mi), NBC 252° WSW (54 mi) and Fox 252° WSW (54 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 49 miles east of Hillsboro (101° E). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Hillsboro at fair strength or better, 57% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across two other directions.
WMDN (CBS) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Hillsboro. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hillsboro
The farthest main network tower for Hillsboro is WDBD (Fox), 54 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 Hillsboro
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WMAW-TVFull power | 33 mi | 132° SE | Good | Meridian, MS |
| WJMF-LDLow power | 43 mi | 254° WSW | Poor | Jackson, MS |
| WOOK-LDLow power | 49 mi | 101° E | Poor | Meridian, MS |
| WLOOFull power | 54 mi | 252° WSW | Good | Vicksburg, MS |
| WMPN-TVFull power | 55 mi | 251° WSW | Good | Jackson, MS |
| WWJXFull power | 56 mi | 240° WSW | Poor | Jackson, MS |
| WMAB-TVFull power | 65 mi | 19° NNE | Poor | Mississippi State, MS |
How Hillsboro compares with the rest of Mississippi
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Hillsboro ranks 61st of 217 places in Mississippi: more than the typical Mississippi town (9). Its nearest major network tower is 23 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 Brandon, 31 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Hillsboro: 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 252° WSW, the direction of WDBD (Fox), 54 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 10 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 Hillsboro, MS?
ABC is on channel 16 from WAPT, broadcasting from 47 miles WSW of Hillsboro. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Hillsboro, MS?
CBS is on channel 24 from WMDN, broadcasting from 49 miles E of Hillsboro. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Hillsboro, MS?
NBC is on channel 3 from WLBT, broadcasting from 54 miles WSW of Hillsboro. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Hillsboro, MS?
Fox is on channel 40 from WDBD, broadcasting from 54 miles WSW of Hillsboro. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Hillsboro, MS?
CW is on channel 12.2 from WJTV, broadcasting from 54 miles WSW of Hillsboro. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hillsboro?
15 transmitters within 70 miles of Hillsboro; around 10 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 Hillsboro?
The main network towers around Hillsboro are in different directions: ABC 255° WSW (47 mi), CBS 101° E (49 mi), NBC 252° WSW (54 mi) and Fox 252° WSW (54 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hillsboro?
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 154° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Hillsboro?
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 Hillsboro?
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 Mississippi cities
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- Morton11 mi
- Conehatta13 mi
- Carthage19 mi
- Newton22 mi
- Union24 mi
- Raleigh29 mi
- Brandon31 mi
- Philadelphia32 mi
- Canton32 mi
- Madison35 mi
- Bay Springs36 mi
- Ridgeland36 mi
- Flowood38 mi
- Pearl38 mi
- Collinsville39 mi
- Mendenhall40 mi
- Richland41 mi
- Jackson41 mi
- Kosciusko42 mi
- Magee42 mi
- Taylorsville44 mi
- Flora47 mi
More: all TV stations in Mississippi · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Hillsboro; signal estimates ignore terrain.