RCA Signal Finder

TV channels & antenna towers in Lincoln, Missouri

Lincoln has 12 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, Fox and CW. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K23LE-D, 24 miles to the NNE.

Open Lincoln in the live finder
12TV transmitters within 70 miles
3networks over the air
24 mito the closest tower
1,173population

Network channels in Lincoln

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
FOXKQFX-LDFox22 50 mi57° ENE PoorColumbia, MO
ABCKMIZABC17 50 mi57° ENE GoodColumbia, MO
CWKOMU-TVCW8.3 67 mi59° ENE WeakColumbia, MO

Over-the-air TV in Lincoln

With roughly 1,170 residents, Lincoln is a small community in Missouri. Our map shows 12 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 3 full-power and 9 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther out. Three of the 3 network stations in range are licensed to Columbia, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Columbia's stations.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 17 (KMIZ), Fox on channel 22 (KQFX-LD) and CW on channel 8.3 (KOMU-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KRCG in Jefferson City, MO, 70 miles to the east. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSHB-TV in Kansas City, MO, 76 miles to the northwest. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Lincoln

Point your antenna ENE, at about 57°. The main network towers for Lincoln sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Lincoln, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Lincoln

The farthest main network tower for Lincoln is KMIZ (ABC), 50 miles away with a good 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 Lincoln

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
K23LE-DLow power24 mi 14° NNEPoorSedalia, MO
KMOS-TVFull power30 mi 57° ENEGoodSedalia, MO
KRMS-LDLow power43 mi 111° ESEPoorLake Ozark, MO
K18KK-DLow power50 mi 57° ENEPoorColumbia, MO
K25QT-DLow power63 mi 63° ENEPoorColumbia, MO
K36LJ-DLow power63 mi 63° ENEPoorColumbia, MO
K35OY-DLow power63 mi 63° ENEPoorColumbia, MO
K33MN-DLow power68 mi 74° ENEPoorJefferson City, MO
K21PD-DLow power68 mi 74° ENEPoorColumbia, MO

How Lincoln compares with the rest of Missouri

With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Lincoln ranks 370th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 50 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 Sedalia, 22 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Lincoln: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 57° ENE, the direction of KMIZ (ABC), 50 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 2 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Lincoln, MO?

ABC is on channel 17 from KMIZ, broadcasting from 50 miles ENE of Lincoln. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Lincoln, MO?

Fox is on channel 22 from KQFX-LD, broadcasting from 50 miles ENE of Lincoln. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is CW in Lincoln, MO?

CW is on channel 8.3 from KOMU-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles ENE of Lincoln. Estimated signal: weak.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Lincoln?

12 transmitters within 70 miles of Lincoln; around 2 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 Lincoln?

Point your antenna ENE, at about 57°. The main network towers for Lincoln sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Lincoln?

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 Lincoln?

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 Lincoln?

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

More: all TV stations in Missouri · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Lincoln; signal estimates ignore terrain.