TV channels & antenna towers in Glendale, Missouri
Glendale has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 20 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KDNL-TV (ABC), 2.8 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Glendale
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKDNL-TVABC | 30 | 2.8 mi | 112° ESE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| NBCKSDKNBC | 5 | 3.1 mi | 128° SE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| TLMWODK-LDTelemundo | 45 | 3.2 mi | 118° ESE | Strong | Saint Louis, MO |
| CWKPLR-TVCW | 11 | 4.2 mi | 177° S | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| FOXKTVIFox | 2 | 4.2 mi | 177° S | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| CBSKMOVCBS | 4 | 6.2 mi | 137° SE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| IONWRBUION | 46 | 16 mi | 203° SSW | Strong | East St. Louis, IL |
| MeTVKNLCMeTV | 24.1 | 19 mi | 210° SSW | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Glendale
Glendale is a town of about 5,930 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, 20 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 17 at good or strong strength.
17 of them are within 25 miles of Glendale, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 1 is more than 45 miles 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 (strong 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 Glendale
The main network towers around Glendale are in different directions: ABC 112° ESE (2.8 mi), CBS 137° SE (6.2 mi), NBC 128° SE (3.1 mi) and Fox 177° S (4.2 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, KDNL-TV and KSDK, transmit from the same tower site about 2.8 miles east of Glendale (112° ESE). 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 Glendale at fair strength or better, 29% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across three other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Glendale, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Glendale
The farthest main network tower for Glendale is KMOV (CBS), 6.2 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.
KDNL-TV is only 2.8 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 Glendale
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K15KP-DLow power | 3.1 mi | 128° SE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| KUMO-LDLow power | 3.2 mi | 118° ESE | Strong | St Louis, MO |
| KPTN-LDLow power | 3.2 mi | 118° ESE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| KBGU-LDLow power | 3.2 mi | 118° ESE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| K25NG-DClass A | 5.7 mi | 348° NNW | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| KDTL-LDLow power | 6.2 mi | 137° SE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| KETCFull power | 7.9 mi | 188° S | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| KEFN-CDClass A | 10 mi | 77° ENE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| WXSL-LDLow power | 22 mi | 76° ENE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| W36EX-DClass A | 27 mi | 33° NNE | Fair | Alton, IL |
| KDKZ-LDLow power | 29 mi | 205° SSW | Weak | Farmington, MO |
| WPXSFull power | 31 mi | 121° ESE | Good | Mount Vernon, IL |
| W09DL-DLow power | 31 mi | 121° ESE | Weak | Mount Vernon, IL |
| WLEH-LDLow power | 31 mi | 121° ESE | Fair | St., IL |
| WVDM-LDLow power | 58 mi | 323° NW | Poor | Quincy, IL |
How Glendale compares with the rest of Missouri
With 20 stations at fair strength or better, Glendale ranks 2nd of 398 places in Missouri: more than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 2.8 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 Webster Groves, 1.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Glendale: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 137° SE, the direction of KMOV (CBS), 6.2 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 20 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 Glendale, MO?
ABC is on channel 30 from KDNL-TV, broadcasting from 2.8 miles ESE of Glendale. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Glendale, MO?
CBS is on channel 4 from KMOV, broadcasting from 6.2 miles SE of Glendale. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Glendale, MO?
NBC is on channel 5 from KSDK, broadcasting from 3.1 miles SE of Glendale. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Glendale, MO?
Fox is on channel 2 from KTVI, broadcasting from 4.2 miles S of Glendale. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Glendale, MO?
CW is on channel 11 from KPLR-TV, broadcasting from 4.2 miles S of Glendale. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Glendale?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Glendale; around 20 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 Glendale?
The main network towers around Glendale are in different directions: ABC 112° ESE (2.8 mi), CBS 137° SE (6.2 mi), NBC 128° SE (3.1 mi) and Fox 177° S (4.2 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Glendale?
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 Glendale?
KDNL-TV is only 2.8 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 Glendale?
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.
TV channels in nearby Missouri cities
- Webster Groves1.1 mi
- Kirkwood1.8 mi
- Brentwood2.1 mi
- Shrewsbury2.2 mi
- Crestwood2.7 mi
- Des Peres3.0 mi
- Maplewood3.1 mi
- Ladue3.7 mi
- Richmond Heights3.8 mi
- Affton3.9 mi
- Sappington4.1 mi
- Sunset Hills4.3 mi
- Clayton4.3 mi
- Olivette4.8 mi
- Town and Country4.8 mi
- Concord5.0 mi
- Creve Coeur5.1 mi
- University City5.5 mi
- Mehlville6.7 mi
- Lemay6.8 mi
- Valley Park7.0 mi
- Manchester7.1 mi
- Overland7.3 mi
- Saint Johns8.3 mi
More: all TV stations in Missouri · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Glendale; signal estimates ignore terrain.