TV channels & antenna towers in Appleton City, Missouri
Appleton City has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KMJC-LD, 42 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Appleton City
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCKSHB-TVNBC | 41 | 61 mi | 334° NNW | Fair | Kansas City, MO |
| TBNKTAJ-TVTrinity | 16 | 63 mi | 336° NNW | Fair | St. Joseph, MO |
| IONKPXE-TVION | 50 | 63 mi | 336° NNW | Fair | Kansas City, MO |
| TLMKGKC-LDTelemundo | 39 | 63 mi | 336° NNW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| UNIKUKC-LDUnivision | 14 | 66 mi | 338° NNW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| CWKCWECW | 29 | 67 mi | 337° NNW | Weak | Kansas City, MO |
| ABCKMBC-TVABC | 9 | 67 mi | 337° NNW | Fair | Kansas City, MO |
| CBSKCTVCBS | 5 | 68 mi | 334° NNW | Weak | Kansas City, MO |
| FOXWDAF-TVFox | 4 | 68 mi | 334° NNW | Weak | Kansas City, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Appleton City
With roughly 1,090 residents, Appleton City is a small community in Missouri. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 22 licensed TV transmitters: 11 full-power, 10 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.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 21 farther out. Eight of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Kansas City, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Kansas City's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 9 (KMBC-TV), CBS on channel 5 (KCTV), NBC on channel 41 (KSHB-TV), Fox on channel 4 (WDAF-TV), CW on channel 29 (KCWE), ION on channel 50 (KPXE-TV), Telemundo on channel 39 (KGKC-LD), Univision on channel 14 (KUKC-LD) and Trinity on channel 16 (KTAJ-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal) and Univision (very weak signal). 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 Appleton City
Point your antenna NNW, at about 335°. The main network towers for Appleton City sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KTAJ-TV and KPXE-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 63 miles northwest of Appleton City (336° NNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Appleton City at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northwest, so this is an easy place to aim.
KMBC-TV (ABC), KCTV (CBS), KSHB-TV (NBC) and WDAF-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Appleton City. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Appleton City
The farthest main network tower for Appleton City is WDAF-TV (Fox), 68 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Appleton City
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KMJC-LDLow power | 42 mi | 311° NW | Poor | Kansas City, KS |
| K23LE-DLow power | 57 mi | 49° NE | Poor | Sedalia, MO |
| KMCI-TVFull power | 61 mi | 334° NNW | Fair | Lawrence, KS |
| KAJF-LDLow power | 63 mi | 336° NNW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| KCMN-LDLow power | 63 mi | 336° NNW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| KQML-LDLow power | 63 mi | 336° NNW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| K30AL-DTranslator | 63 mi | 252° WSW | Poor | Iola, KS |
| K15MB-DLow power | 63 mi | 336° NNW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| KCDN-LDLow power | 63 mi | 336° NNW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| KCPTFull power | 66 mi | 339° NNW | Fair | Kansas City, MO |
| KSMO-TVFull power | 67 mi | 339° NNW | Fair | Kansas City, MO |
| K16IS-DLow power | 67 mi | 214° SW | Poor | Pittsburg, KS |
| KMOS-TVFull power | 70 mi | 64° ENE | Fair | Sedalia, MO |
How Appleton City compares with the rest of Missouri
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Appleton City ranks 271st of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 61 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
34% of Missouri's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Raymore, 48 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Appleton City: 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 334° NNW, the direction of WDAF-TV (Fox), 68 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 Appleton City, MO?
ABC is on channel 9 from KMBC-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles NNW of Appleton City. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Appleton City, MO?
CBS is on channel 5 from KCTV, broadcasting from 68 miles NNW of Appleton City. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in Appleton City, MO?
NBC is on channel 41 from KSHB-TV, broadcasting from 61 miles NNW of Appleton City. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Appleton City, MO?
Fox is on channel 4 from WDAF-TV, broadcasting from 68 miles NNW of Appleton City. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Appleton City, MO?
CW is on channel 29 from KCWE, broadcasting from 67 miles NNW of Appleton City. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Appleton City?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of Appleton City; 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 Appleton City?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 335°. The main network towers for Appleton City sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Appleton City?
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 Appleton City?
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 Appleton City?
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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