TV channels & antenna towers in Shaw, Mississippi
Shaw has 12 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 WXVT-LD (CBS), 5.5 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Shaw
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWXVT-LDCBS | 17 | 5.5 mi | 46° NE | Good | Cleveland, MS |
| IONWFXWION | 15.2 | 5.5 mi | 46° NE | Strong | Greenville, MS |
| ABCWABG-TVABC | 6 | 21 mi | 139° SE | Strong | Greenwood, MS |
| NBCWNBD-LDNBC | 33 | 21 mi | 139° SE | Fair | Greenwood, MS |
Over-the-air TV in Shaw
With roughly 1,840 residents, Shaw is a small community in Mississippi. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 12 licensed TV transmitters: 3 full-power, 1 Class A and 8 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 7 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 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, 99 miles to the south. 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 Shaw
Point your antenna SE, at about 139°. The main network towers for Shaw 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 Shaw, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Shaw
The farthest main network tower for Shaw is WABG-TV (ABC), 21 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
WFXW is only 5.5 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Shaw
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHCQ-LDLow power | 9.0 mi | 17° NNE | Fair | Cleveland, MS |
| W19EF-DLow power | 19 mi | 227° SW | Weak | Greenville, MS |
| WMAO-TVFull power | 21 mi | 139° SE | Strong | Greenwood, MS |
| W34ER-DLow power | 38 mi | 0° N | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| WPRQ-LDLow power | 42 mi | 18° NNE | Poor | Clarksdale, MS |
| WMEL-CDClass A | 43 mi | 96° E | Poor | Grenada-Greenwood, MS |
| WPYM-LDLow power | 63 mi | 349° NNW | Poor | Little Rock, AR |
| W20DW-DLow power | 66 mi | 8° N | Poor | Clarksdale, MS |
How Shaw compares with the rest of Mississippi
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Shaw ranks 176th of 217 places in Mississippi: fewer than the typical Mississippi town (9). Its nearest major network tower is 5.5 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
21% of Mississippi's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Greenville, 21 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Shaw: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 139° SE, the direction of WABG-TV (ABC), 21 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 Shaw, MS?
ABC is on channel 6 from WABG-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles SE of Shaw. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Shaw, MS?
CBS is on channel 17 from WXVT-LD, broadcasting from 5.5 miles NE of Shaw. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Shaw, MS?
NBC is on channel 33 from WNBD-LD, broadcasting from 21 miles SE of Shaw. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Shaw?
12 transmitters within 70 miles of Shaw; around 6 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Shaw?
Point your antenna SE, at about 139°. The main network towers for Shaw sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Shaw?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Shaw?
WFXW is only 5.5 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Shaw?
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
- Cleveland10 mi
- Indianola13 mi
- Sunflower14 mi
- Leland15 mi
- Ruleville15 mi
- Metcalfe17 mi
- Moorhead19 mi
- Greenville21 mi
- Rosedale23 mi
- Shelby24 mi
- Hollandale30 mi
- Belzoni33 mi
- Tutwiler35 mi
- Greenwood35 mi
- Mikoma37 mi
- Clarksdale43 mi
- Tchula43 mi
- Rolling Fork48 mi
- Carrollton50 mi
Nearby cities in other states
More: all TV stations in Mississippi · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Shaw; signal estimates ignore terrain.