TV channels & antenna towers in Marks, Mississippi
Marks has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, ION and Telemundo. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WPRQ-LD, 17 miles to the WSW.
Network channels in Marks
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWFXWION | 15.2 | 48 mi | 211° SSW | Fair | Greenville, MS |
| CBSWXVT-LDCBS | 17 | 48 mi | 211° SSW | Poor | Cleveland, MS |
| ABCWABG-TVABC | 6 | 63 mi | 194° SSW | Good | Greenwood, MS |
| NBCWNBD-LDNBC | 33 | 63 mi | 194° SSW | Poor | Greenwood, MS |
| NBCWMC-TVNBC | 5 | 67 mi | 19° NNE | Weak | Memphis, TN |
| TLMWTME-LDTelemundo | 14 | 68 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| FOXWHBQ-TVFox | 13 | 68 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| CBSWREG-TVCBS | 3 | 69 mi | 21° NNE | Weak | Memphis, TN |
Over-the-air TV in Marks
Marks, Mississippi has a population of about 1,580. Our map shows 21 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 8 full-power, 1 Class A and 12 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Marks, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 14 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Memphis, TN, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Memphis's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 6 (WABG-TV), CBS on channel 3 (WREG-TV), NBC on channel 5 (WMC-TV), Fox on channel 13 (WHBQ-TV), ION on channel 15.2 (WFXW) and Telemundo on channel 14 (WTME-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak 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 Marks
The main network towers around Marks are in different directions: ABC 194° SSW (63 mi), CBS 21° NNE (69 mi), NBC 19° NNE (67 mi) and Fox 21° NNE (68 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WMC-TV and WHBQ-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 67 miles north of Marks (19° NNE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
WREG-TV (CBS), WMC-TV (NBC) and WHBQ-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Marks. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Marks
The farthest main network tower for Marks is WREG-TV (CBS), 69 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Marks
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WPRQ-LDLow power | 17 mi | 251° WSW | Fair | Clarksdale, MS |
| W20DW-DLow power | 28 mi | 315° NW | Fair | Clarksdale, MS |
| W34ER-DLow power | 29 mi | 255° WSW | Weak | Memphis, TN |
| WMAV-TVFull power | 32 mi | 86° E | Good | Oxford, MS |
| WEBU-LDLow power | 42 mi | 81° E | Poor | Oxford, MS |
| WPYM-LDLow power | 44 mi | 293° WNW | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| WHCQ-LDLow power | 45 mi | 216° SW | Poor | Cleveland, MS |
| WMPJ-LDLow power | 51 mi | 78° ENE | Poor | Oxford, MS |
| WMEL-CDClass A | 51 mi | 165° SSE | Poor | Grenada-Greenwood, MS |
| WPED-LDLow power | 56 mi | 25° NNE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| WMAO-TVFull power | 63 mi | 194° SSW | Fair | Greenwood, MS |
| WKNOFull power | 67 mi | 22° NNE | Weak | Memphis, TN |
| WDNM-LDLow power | 68 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Memphis, TN |
How Marks compares with the rest of Mississippi
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Marks ranks 176th of 217 places in Mississippi: fewer than the typical Mississippi town (9). Its nearest major network tower is 48 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 Oxford, 44 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Marks: 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 21° NNE, the direction of WREG-TV (CBS), 69 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 6 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 Marks, MS?
ABC is on channel 6 from WABG-TV, broadcasting from 63 miles SSW of Marks. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Marks, MS?
CBS is on channel 3 from WREG-TV, broadcasting from 69 miles NNE of Marks. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in Marks, MS?
NBC is on channel 5 from WMC-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles NNE of Marks. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Marks, MS?
Fox is on channel 13 from WHBQ-TV, broadcasting from 68 miles NNE of Marks. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Telemundo in Marks, MS?
Telemundo is on channel 14 from WTME-LD, broadcasting from 68 miles NNE of Marks. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Marks?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Marks; around 6 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 Marks?
The main network towers around Marks are in different directions: ABC 194° SSW (63 mi), CBS 21° NNE (69 mi), NBC 19° NNE (67 mi) and Fox 21° NNE (68 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Marks?
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 175° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Marks?
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 Marks?
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 Marks; signal estimates ignore terrain.