TV channels & antenna towers in Huntsville, Missouri
Huntsville has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox and CW. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K06PT-D, 33 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Huntsville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKOMU-TVCW | 8.3 | 41 mi | 158° SSE | Good | Columbia, MO |
| FOXKQFX-LDFox | 22 | 46 mi | 181° S | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| ABCKMIZABC | 17 | 46 mi | 181° S | Good | Columbia, MO |
| CBSKRCGCBS | 13 | 57 mi | 155° SSE | Fair | Jefferson City, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Huntsville
Huntsville is a small community of about 1,520 people in Missouri. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 15 licensed TV transmitters: 5 full-power, 9 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Huntsville, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 13 are more than 45 miles 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.
The strongest network signals here 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 KSHB-TV in Kansas City, MO, 111 miles to the west. 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 Huntsville
Point your antenna SSE, at about 168°. The main network towers for Huntsville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Huntsville at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across one other direction.
KRCG (CBS) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Huntsville. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Huntsville
The farthest main network tower for Huntsville is KRCG (CBS), 57 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Huntsville
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K06PT-DLow power | 33 mi | 154° SSE | Weak | Columbia, MO |
| K18KK-DLow power | 46 mi | 181° S | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K35OY-DLow power | 46 mi | 163° SSE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K25QT-DLow power | 47 mi | 163° SSE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K36LJ-DLow power | 47 mi | 163° SSE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K30MG-DTranslator | 55 mi | 0° N | Poor | Kirksville, MO |
| KNLJFull power | 56 mi | 154° SSE | Good | Jefferson City, MO |
| K33MN-DLow power | 58 mi | 157° SSE | Poor | Jefferson City, MO |
| K21PD-DLow power | 58 mi | 157° SSE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| KMOS-TVFull power | 59 mi | 197° SSW | Good | Sedalia, MO |
| K23LE-DLow power | 62 mi | 217° SW | Poor | Sedalia, MO |
How Huntsville compares with the rest of Missouri
With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Huntsville ranks 330th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 41 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 Columbia, 36 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Huntsville: 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 155° SSE, the direction of KRCG (CBS), 57 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 5 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 Huntsville, MO?
ABC is on channel 17 from KMIZ, broadcasting from 46 miles S of Huntsville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Huntsville, MO?
CBS is on channel 13 from KRCG, broadcasting from 57 miles SSE of Huntsville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Huntsville, MO?
Fox is on channel 22 from KQFX-LD, broadcasting from 46 miles S of Huntsville. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Huntsville, MO?
CW is on channel 8.3 from KOMU-TV, broadcasting from 41 miles SSE of Huntsville. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Huntsville?
15 transmitters within 70 miles of Huntsville; around 5 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 Huntsville?
Point your antenna SSE, at about 168°. The main network towers for Huntsville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Huntsville?
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 Huntsville?
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 Huntsville?
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 Huntsville; signal estimates ignore terrain.