TV channels & antenna towers in Hamilton, Missouri
Hamilton has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KQTV (ABC), 43 miles to the W.
Network channels in Hamilton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKQTVABC | 2 | 43 mi | 273° W | Fair | St. Joseph, MO |
| CWKNPG-CDCW | 21.2 | 45 mi | 271° W | Poor | Saint Joseph, MO |
| FOXKNPN-CDFox | 26 | 45 mi | 271° W | Poor | Saint Joseph, MO |
| CBSKCJO-CDCBS | 30 | 45 mi | 271° W | Poor | Saint Joseph, MO |
| UNIKUKC-LDUnivision | 14 | 53 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| CWKCWECW | 29 | 53 mi | 211° SSW | Good | Kansas City, MO |
| ABCKMBC-TVABC | 9 | 53 mi | 211° SSW | Good | Kansas City, MO |
| CBSKCTVCBS | 5 | 56 mi | 214° SW | Good | Kansas City, MO |
| FOXWDAF-TVFox | 4 | 56 mi | 215° SW | Good | Kansas City, MO |
| TBNKTAJ-TVTrinity | 16 | 57 mi | 209° SSW | Good | St. Joseph, MO |
| IONKPXE-TVION | 50 | 57 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Kansas City, MO |
| TLMKGKC-LDTelemundo | 39 | 57 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| NBCKSHB-TVNBC | 41 | 60 mi | 209° SSW | Fair | Kansas City, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Hamilton
With roughly 1,710 residents, Hamilton is a small community in Missouri. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 22 licensed TV transmitters: 11 full-power, 3 Class A and 8 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 18 farther out. Eight of the 13 network stations in range are licensed to Kansas City, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Kansas City's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 9 (KMBC-TV), CBS on channel 5 (KCTV), NBC on channel 41 (KSHB-TV), Fox on channel 4 (WDAF-TV), CW on channel 29 (KCWE), ION on channel 50 (KPXE-TV), Telemundo on channel 39 (KGKC-LD), Univision on channel 14 (KUKC-LD) and Trinity on channel 16 (KTAJ-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal) and Univision (very weak 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 Hamilton
Point your antenna SSW, at about 212°. The main network towers for Hamilton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, KNPG-CD, KNPN-CD and KCJO-CD, transmit from the same tower site about 45 miles west of Hamilton (271° W). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Hamilton at fair strength or better, 88% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
KCTV (CBS), KSHB-TV (NBC) and WDAF-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Hamilton. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hamilton
The farthest main network tower for Hamilton is KSHB-TV (NBC), 60 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Hamilton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KSMO-TVFull power | 52 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Kansas City, MO |
| KCPTFull power | 52 mi | 210° SSW | Good | Kansas City, MO |
| K15MB-DLow power | 57 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| KCDN-LDLow power | 57 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| KAJF-LDLow power | 57 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| KCMN-LDLow power | 57 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| KQML-LDLow power | 57 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| KMCI-TVFull power | 60 mi | 209° SSW | Fair | Lawrence, KS |
| KCKS-LDLow power | 65 mi | 231° SW | Poor | Kansas City, KS |
How Hamilton compares with the rest of Missouri
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Hamilton ranks 202nd of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 43 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
34% of Missouri's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Liberty, 41 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Hamilton: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 209° SSW, the direction of KSHB-TV (NBC), 60 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 11 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 Hamilton, MO?
ABC is on channel 9 from KMBC-TV, broadcasting from 53 miles SSW of Hamilton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Hamilton, MO?
CBS is on channel 5 from KCTV, broadcasting from 56 miles SW of Hamilton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Hamilton, MO?
NBC is on channel 41 from KSHB-TV, broadcasting from 60 miles SSW of Hamilton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Hamilton, MO?
Fox is on channel 4 from WDAF-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles SW of Hamilton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Hamilton, MO?
CW is on channel 29 from KCWE, broadcasting from 53 miles SSW of Hamilton. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hamilton?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of Hamilton; around 11 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Hamilton?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 212°. The main network towers for Hamilton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hamilton?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Hamilton?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Hamilton?
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 Hamilton; signal estimates ignore terrain.