TV channels & antenna towers in Ashland, Missouri

Ashland has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox and CW. About 13 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K25QT-D, 2.4 miles to the WNW.

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15TV transmitters within 70 miles

4networks over the air

2.4 mito the closest tower

3,865population

Network channels in Ashland

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CWKOMU-TVCW	8.3	7.9 mi	358° N	Strong	Columbia, MO
CBSKRCGCBS	13	10 mi	123° ESE	Strong	Jefferson City, MO
FOXKQFX-LDFox	22	16 mi	270° W	Fair	Columbia, MO
ABCKMIZABC	17	16 mi	270° W	Good	Columbia, MO

Over-the-air TV in Ashland

Ashland, Missouri has a population of about 3,870. There are 15 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power and 10 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 13 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 12 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 farther out. Three of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Columbia, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Columbia's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 17 (KMIZ), CBS on channel 13 (KRCG), Fox on channel 22 (KQFX-LD) and CW on channel 8.3 (KOMU-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSDK in St. Louis, MO, 105 miles to the east. 2 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 Ashland

The main network towers around Ashland are in different directions: ABC 270° W (16 mi) and CBS 123° ESE (10 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Ashland, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Ashland

The farthest main network tower for Ashland is KMIZ (ABC), 16 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

K36LJ-D is only 2.4 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 Ashland

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
K25QT-DLow power	2.4 mi	299° WNW	Good	Columbia, MO
K36LJ-DLow power	2.4 mi	299° WNW	Strong	Columbia, MO
K35OY-DLow power	2.4 mi	313° NW	Strong	Columbia, MO
KNLJFull power	10 mi	118° ESE	Strong	Jefferson City, MO
K33MN-DLow power	11 mi	137° SE	Fair	Jefferson City, MO
K21PD-DLow power	11 mi	137° SE	Fair	Columbia, MO
K18KK-DLow power	16 mi	270° W	Fair	Columbia, MO
K06PT-DLow power	17 mi	357° N	Fair	Columbia, MO
KMOS-TVFull power	34 mi	253° WSW	Good	Sedalia, MO
KRMS-LDLow power	46 mi	204° SSW	Poor	Lake Ozark, MO
K23LE-DLow power	53 mi	266° W	Poor	Sedalia, MO

How Ashland compares with the rest of Missouri

With 13 stations at fair strength or better, Ashland ranks 168th of 398 places in Missouri: more than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 7.9 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 Columbia, 13 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Ashland: step by step

Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
Point it toward 270° W, the direction of KMIZ (ABC), 16 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 13 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 Ashland, MO?

ABC is on channel 17 from KMIZ, broadcasting from 16 miles W of Ashland. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CBS in Ashland, MO?

CBS is on channel 13 from KRCG, broadcasting from 10 miles ESE of Ashland. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Ashland, MO?

Fox is on channel 22 from KQFX-LD, broadcasting from 16 miles W of Ashland. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Ashland, MO?

CW is on channel 8.3 from KOMU-TV, broadcasting from 7.9 miles N of Ashland. Estimated signal: strong.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ashland?

15 transmitters within 70 miles of Ashland; around 13 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 Ashland?

The main network towers around Ashland are in different directions: ABC 270° W (16 mi) and CBS 123° ESE (10 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Ashland?

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 Ashland?

K36LJ-D is only 2.4 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 Ashland?

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 Missouri · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Ashland; signal estimates ignore terrain.