TV channels & antenna towers in Bloomfield, Missouri
Bloomfield has 13 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KJBW-LD, 26 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Bloomfield
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKPOB-TVABC | 15 | 29 mi | 259° WSW | Fair | Poplar Bluff, MO |
| FOXKBSIFox | 23 | 41 mi | 29° NNE | Good | Cape Girardeau, MO |
| CWKFVS-TVCW | 12.2 | 44 mi | 32° NNE | Fair | Cape Girardeau, MO |
| TLMWQWQ-LDTelemundo | 18 | 44 mi | 32° NNE | Poor | Paducah, KY |
| NBCWPSD-TVNBC | 6 | 56 mi | 68° ENE | Good | Paducah, KY |
Over-the-air TV in Bloomfield
Bloomfield, Missouri has a population of about 1,900. There are 13 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 6 full-power, 5 low-power and 2 translators. 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.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Bloomfield, 8 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out. Two of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Cape Girardeau, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Cape Girardeau's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 15 (KPOB-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WPSD-TV), Fox on channel 23 (KBSI), CW on channel 12.2 (KFVS-TV) and Telemundo on channel 18 (WQWQ-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KMOV in St. Louis, MO, 115 miles to the north. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 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 Bloomfield
The main network towers around Bloomfield are in different directions: ABC 259° WSW (29 mi) and Fox 29° NNE (41 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Bloomfield at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Bloomfield, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Bloomfield
The farthest main network tower for Bloomfield is KBSI (Fox), 41 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WPSD-TV (NBC), 56 miles east, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Bloomfield
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KJBW-LDLow power | 26 mi | 125° SE | Fair | New Madrid, MO |
| K17LV-DLow power | 35 mi | 244° WSW | Weak | Poplar Bluff, MO |
| K10KM-DTranslator | 40 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Cape Girardeau, MO |
| K27OY-DTranslator | 40 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Memphis, TN |
| WUWT-LDLow power | 58 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Union City, TN |
| WANF-LDLow power | 61 mi | 156° SSE | Poor | Dyersburg, TN |
| WDKAFull power | 65 mi | 57° ENE | Fair | Paducah, KY |
| WTCTFull power | 68 mi | 47° NE | Poor | Marion, IL |
How Bloomfield compares with the rest of Missouri
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Bloomfield ranks 307th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 29 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
30% of Missouri's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Cape Girardeau, 37 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Bloomfield: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 29° NNE, the direction of KBSI (Fox), 41 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 Bloomfield, MO?
ABC is on channel 15 from KPOB-TV, broadcasting from 29 miles WSW of Bloomfield. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Bloomfield, MO?
NBC is on channel 6 from WPSD-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles ENE of Bloomfield. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Bloomfield, MO?
Fox is on channel 23 from KBSI, broadcasting from 41 miles NNE of Bloomfield. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Bloomfield, MO?
CW is on channel 12.2 from KFVS-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles NNE of Bloomfield. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Telemundo in Bloomfield, MO?
Telemundo is on channel 18 from WQWQ-LD, broadcasting from 44 miles NNE of Bloomfield. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Bloomfield?
13 transmitters within 70 miles of Bloomfield; around 6 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Bloomfield?
The main network towers around Bloomfield are in different directions: ABC 259° WSW (29 mi) and Fox 29° NNE (41 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Bloomfield?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice. The towers are spread over about 131° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help. Picking up NBC from up to 56 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Bloomfield?
WPSD-TV (NBC), 56 miles east, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Bloomfield?
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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- Advance15 mi
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- Oran20 mi
- Malden23 mi
- Benton25 mi
- Poplar Bluff27 mi
- Marble Hill29 mi
- New Madrid30 mi
- East Prairie31 mi
- Charleston32 mi
- Greenville33 mi
- Portageville34 mi
- Cape Girardeau37 mi
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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 Bloomfield; signal estimates ignore terrain.