TV channels & antenna towers in Chesterfield, Missouri
Chesterfield has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 18 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K25NG-D, 9.6 miles to the E.
Network channels in Chesterfield
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKPLR-TVCW | 11 | 14 mi | 129° SE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| FOXKTVIFox | 2 | 14 mi | 129° SE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| ABCKDNL-TVABC | 30 | 15 mi | 113° ESE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| NBCKSDKNBC | 5 | 15 mi | 116° ESE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| TLMWODK-LDTelemundo | 45 | 15 mi | 114° ESE | Fair | Saint Louis, MO |
| CBSKMOVCBS | 4 | 18 mi | 121° ESE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| IONWRBUION | 46 | 20 mi | 166° SSE | Strong | East St. Louis, IL |
| MeTVKNLCMeTV | 24.1 | 21 mi | 176° S | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Chesterfield
Chesterfield is a town of about 47,900 people in Missouri. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 23 licensed TV transmitters: 9 full-power, 3 Class A and 11 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 18 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 16 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 1 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.
The strongest network signals here 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 (fair 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 Chesterfield
Point your antenna ESE, at about 120°. The main network towers for Chesterfield 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 14 miles southeast of Chesterfield (129° SE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Chesterfield at fair strength or better, 71% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Chesterfield, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Chesterfield
The farthest main network tower for Chesterfield is KMOV (CBS), 18 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
KPLR-TV is only 14 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 Chesterfield
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K25NG-DClass A | 9.6 mi | 84° E | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| K15KP-DLow power | 15 mi | 116° ESE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KUMO-LDLow power | 15 mi | 114° ESE | Fair | St Louis, MO |
| KPTN-LDLow power | 15 mi | 114° ESE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KBGU-LDLow power | 15 mi | 114° ESE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KETCFull power | 16 mi | 142° SE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| KDTL-LDLow power | 18 mi | 121° ESE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KEFN-CDClass A | 21 mi | 96° E | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KDKZ-LDLow power | 31 mi | 182° S | Poor | Farmington, MO |
| W36EX-DClass A | 31 mi | 55° NE | Fair | Alton, IL |
| WXSL-LDLow power | 32 mi | 89° E | Weak | St. Louis, MO |
| WPXSFull power | 42 mi | 119° ESE | Fair | Mount Vernon, IL |
| W09DL-DLow power | 42 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | Mount Vernon, IL |
| WLEH-LDLow power | 42 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | St., IL |
| WVDM-LDLow power | 48 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Quincy, IL |
How Chesterfield compares with the rest of Missouri
With 18 stations at fair strength or better, Chesterfield ranks 90th of 398 places in Missouri: more than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 14 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, 21 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Chesterfield: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 121° ESE, the direction of KMOV (CBS), 18 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 18 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 Chesterfield, MO?
ABC is on channel 30 from KDNL-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles ESE of Chesterfield. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Chesterfield, MO?
CBS is on channel 4 from KMOV, broadcasting from 18 miles ESE of Chesterfield. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Chesterfield, MO?
NBC is on channel 5 from KSDK, broadcasting from 15 miles ESE of Chesterfield. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Chesterfield, MO?
Fox is on channel 2 from KTVI, broadcasting from 14 miles SE of Chesterfield. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Chesterfield, MO?
CW is on channel 11 from KPLR-TV, broadcasting from 14 miles SE of Chesterfield. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Chesterfield?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Chesterfield; around 18 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 Chesterfield?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 120°. The main network towers for Chesterfield sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Chesterfield?
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 Chesterfield?
KPLR-TV is only 14 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 Chesterfield?
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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