TV channels & antenna towers in Mantachie, Mississippi
Mantachie has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, Fox and CW. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WHBH-CD, 7.7 miles to the W.
Network channels in Mantachie
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWCBI-TVFox | 4.2 | 45 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Columbus, MS |
| CWWLOV-TVCW | 27 | 50 mi | 223° SW | Good | West Point, MS |
| ABCWTVAABC | 9.2 | 50 mi | 223° SW | Fair | Tupelo, MS |
Over-the-air TV in Mantachie
Mantachie is a small community of about 1,140 people in Mississippi. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 27 licensed TV transmitters: 7 full-power, 4 Class A, 15 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Mantachie, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 18 are more than 45 miles out.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 9.2 (WTVA), Fox on channel 4.2 (WCBI-TV) and CW on channel 27 (WLOV-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WREG-TV in Memphis, TN, 96 miles to the northwest. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WMC-TV in Memphis, TN, 98 miles to the northwest. 4 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 Mantachie
Point your antenna SW, at about 216°. The main network towers for Mantachie sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WLOV-TV and WTVA, transmit from the same tower site about 50 miles southwest of Mantachie (223° SW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Mantachie at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southwest, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Mantachie, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Mantachie
The farthest main network tower for Mantachie is WTVA (ABC), 50 miles away with a fair 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 Mantachie
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHBH-CDClass A | 7.7 mi | 264° W | Good | Booneville, MS |
| W14EQ-DLow power | 15 mi | 217° SW | Poor | Tupelo, MS |
| W21EC-DLow power | 17 mi | 251° WSW | Poor | Tupelo, MS |
| W24EP-DClass A | 23 mi | 144° SE | Fair | Fulton, MS |
| WMAE-TVFull power | 28 mi | 328° NNW | Fair | Booneville, MS |
| W34FB-DLow power | 37 mi | 122° ESE | Weak | Hamilton, AL |
| WDDY-LDLow power | 39 mi | 346° NNW | Poor | Corinth, MS |
| WFIQFull power | 44 mi | 66° ENE | Good | Florence, AL |
| W20DF-DLow power | 44 mi | 74° ENE | Poor | Russellville, AL |
| W25AD-DLow power | 46 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Columbus, MS |
| WEPHFull power | 50 mi | 223° SW | Good | Tupelo, MS |
| WMPJ-LDLow power | 52 mi | 276° W | Poor | Oxford, MS |
| WBII-CDClass A | 53 mi | 312° NW | Poor | Holly Springs, MS |
| W30ES-DLow power | 54 mi | 174° S | Poor | Columbus, MS |
| W03BP-DLow power | 57 mi | 176° S | Poor | Starkville, MS |
| WSSF-LDLow power | 59 mi | 139° SE | Poor | Fayette, AL |
| WEBU-LDLow power | 60 mi | 272° W | Poor | Oxford, MS |
| W05BV-DLow power | 62 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Starkville, MS |
| W22EP-DLow power | 62 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Starkville, MS |
| W32EV-DClass A | 63 mi | 7° N | Poor | Adamsville, TN |
| WUDX-LDLow power | 64 mi | 165° SSE | Poor | Tuscaloosa, AL |
| W33EB-DLow power | 66 mi | 22° NNE | Poor | Olive Hill, TN |
| WSFG-LDTranslator | 69 mi | 129° SE | Poor | Berry, AL |
| WMAV-TVFull power | 69 mi | 268° W | Weak | Oxford, MS |
How Mantachie compares with the rest of Mississippi
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Mantachie ranks 124th of 217 places in Mississippi: fewer than the typical Mississippi town (9). Its nearest major network tower is 45 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 Tupelo, 13 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Mantachie: 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 223° SW, the direction of WTVA (ABC), 50 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 Mantachie, MS?
ABC is on channel 9.2 from WTVA, broadcasting from 50 miles SW of Mantachie. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Mantachie, MS?
Fox is on channel 4.2 from WCBI-TV, broadcasting from 45 miles SSW of Mantachie. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Mantachie, MS?
CW is on channel 27 from WLOV-TV, broadcasting from 50 miles SW of Mantachie. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Mantachie?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Mantachie; 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 Mantachie?
Point your antenna SW, at about 216°. The main network towers for Mantachie sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Mantachie?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Mantachie?
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 Mantachie?
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
- Fulton5.8 mi
- Saltillo11 mi
- Plantersville13 mi
- Tupelo13 mi
- Baldwyn15 mi
- Booneville23 mi
- Amory23 mi
- Okolona27 mi
- Pontotoc29 mi
- New Albany32 mi
- Aberdeen35 mi
- Iuka38 mi
- Ripley38 mi
- Houston41 mi
- Corinth42 mi
- Columbus Air Force Base48 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Red Bay, AL22 mi
- Hamilton, AL31 mi
- Sulligent, AL36 mi
- Hackleburg, AL38 mi
- Cherokee, AL42 mi
- Vernon, AL45 mi
- Russellville, AL45 mi
- Winfield, AL47 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 Mantachie; signal estimates ignore terrain.