TV channels & antenna towers in Arnold, Missouri
Arnold has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 19 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KETC, 3.6 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Arnold
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWRBUION | 46 | 6.7 mi | 243° WSW | Strong | East St. Louis, IL |
| CWKPLR-TVCW | 11 | 7.1 mi | 2° N | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| FOXKTVIFox | 2 | 7.1 mi | 2° N | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| CBSKMOVCBS | 4 | 7.9 mi | 32° NNE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| NBCKSDKNBC | 5 | 9.7 mi | 15° NNE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| TLMWODK-LDTelemundo | 45 | 10 mi | 16° NNE | Good | Saint Louis, MO |
| MeTVKNLCMeTV | 24.1 | 11 mi | 242° WSW | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| ABCKDNL-TVABC | 30 | 11 mi | 14° NNE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Arnold
Arnold, Missouri has a population of about 21,400. Our map shows 24 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 10 full-power, 3 Class A and 11 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 19 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 14 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 17 transmitters are within 25 miles, 5 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 farther out. Six of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to St. Louis, so most of the network channels you will find here come from St. Louis's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 30 (KDNL-TV), CBS on channel 4 (KMOV), NBC on channel 5 (KSDK), Fox on channel 2 (KTVI), CW on channel 11 (KPLR-TV), ION on channel 46 (WRBU), Telemundo on channel 45 (WODK-LD) and MeTV on channel 24.1 (KNLC). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good 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 Arnold
Point your antenna NNE, at about 16°. The main network towers for Arnold sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KPLR-TV and KTVI, transmit from the same tower site about 7.1 miles north of Arnold (2° N). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Arnold at fair strength or better, 57% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Arnold, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Arnold
The farthest main network tower for Arnold is KDNL-TV (ABC), 11 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
KETC is only 3.6 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 Arnold
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KETCFull power | 3.6 mi | 342° NNW | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| KDTL-LDLow power | 7.9 mi | 32° NNE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| K15KP-DLow power | 9.7 mi | 15° NNE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| KUMO-LDLow power | 10 mi | 16° NNE | Good | St Louis, MO |
| KPTN-LDLow power | 10 mi | 16° NNE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KBGU-LDLow power | 10 mi | 16° NNE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| K25NG-DClass A | 17 mi | 356° N | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KEFN-CDClass A | 17 mi | 37° NE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KDKZ-LDLow power | 19 mi | 219° SW | Weak | Farmington, MO |
| WPXSFull power | 27 mi | 100° E | Good | Mount Vernon, IL |
| W09DL-DLow power | 27 mi | 100° E | Weak | Mount Vernon, IL |
| WLEH-LDLow power | 27 mi | 100° E | Fair | St., IL |
| WXSL-LDLow power | 27 mi | 52° NE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| W36EX-DClass A | 37 mi | 24° NNE | Weak | Alton, IL |
| WSIU-TVFull power | 66 mi | 110° ESE | Poor | Carbondale, IL |
| WVDM-LDLow power | 67 mi | 329° NNW | Poor | Quincy, IL |
How Arnold compares with the rest of Missouri
With 19 stations at fair strength or better, Arnold ranks 30th of 398 places in Missouri: more than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 6.7 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
36% of Missouri's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is St. Louis, 17 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Arnold: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 14° NNE, the direction of KDNL-TV (ABC), 11 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 19 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 Arnold, MO?
ABC is on channel 30 from KDNL-TV, broadcasting from 11 miles NNE of Arnold. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Arnold, MO?
CBS is on channel 4 from KMOV, broadcasting from 7.9 miles NNE of Arnold. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Arnold, MO?
NBC is on channel 5 from KSDK, broadcasting from 9.7 miles NNE of Arnold. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Arnold, MO?
Fox is on channel 2 from KTVI, broadcasting from 7.1 miles N of Arnold. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Arnold, MO?
CW is on channel 11 from KPLR-TV, broadcasting from 7.1 miles N of Arnold. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Arnold?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of Arnold; around 19 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 Arnold?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 16°. The main network towers for Arnold sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Arnold?
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 Arnold?
KETC is only 3.6 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 Arnold?
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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