TV channels & antenna towers in Marshall, Missouri
Marshall has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox, CW and Univision. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K23LE-D, 28 miles to the S.
Network channels in Marshall
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKQFX-LDFox | 22 | 42 mi | 125° SE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| ABCKMIZABC | 17 | 42 mi | 125° SE | Good | Columbia, MO |
| CWKOMU-TVCW | 8.3 | 53 mi | 108° ESE | Good | Columbia, MO |
| CBSKRCGCBS | 13 | 66 mi | 116° ESE | Weak | Jefferson City, MO |
| UNIKUKC-LDUnivision | 14 | 69 mi | 268° W | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Marshall
With roughly 13,000 residents, Marshall is a town in Missouri. Our map shows 17 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power and 10 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Marshall, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 12 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Columbia, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Columbia's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 17 (KMIZ), CBS on channel 13 (KRCG), Fox on channel 22 (KQFX-LD), CW on channel 8.3 (KOMU-TV) and Univision on channel 14 (KUKC-LD). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSHB-TV in Kansas City, MO, 72 miles to the west. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (very weak signal). 4 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 Marshall
Point your antenna ESE, at about 121°. The main network towers for Marshall sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
KRCG (CBS) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Marshall. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Marshall
The farthest main network tower for Marshall is KRCG (CBS), 66 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Marshall
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K23LE-DLow power | 28 mi | 184° S | Poor | Sedalia, MO |
| KMOS-TVFull power | 39 mi | 153° SSE | Good | Sedalia, MO |
| K18KK-DLow power | 42 mi | 125° SE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K06PT-DLow power | 50 mi | 98° E | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K25QT-DLow power | 54 mi | 115° ESE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K36LJ-DLow power | 54 mi | 115° ESE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K35OY-DLow power | 54 mi | 114° ESE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| K33MN-DLow power | 66 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | Jefferson City, MO |
| K21PD-DLow power | 66 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | Columbia, MO |
| KNLJFull power | 66 mi | 116° ESE | Weak | Jefferson City, MO |
| KSMO-TVFull power | 68 mi | 269° W | Weak | Kansas City, MO |
| KCPTFull power | 69 mi | 268° W | Weak | Kansas City, MO |
How Marshall compares with the rest of Missouri
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Marshall ranks 362nd of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 42 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, 48 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Marshall: 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 116° ESE, the direction of KRCG (CBS), 66 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 3 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 Marshall, MO?
ABC is on channel 17 from KMIZ, broadcasting from 42 miles SE of Marshall. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Marshall, MO?
CBS is on channel 13 from KRCG, broadcasting from 66 miles ESE of Marshall. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Marshall, MO?
Fox is on channel 22 from KQFX-LD, broadcasting from 42 miles SE of Marshall. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Marshall, MO?
CW is on channel 8.3 from KOMU-TV, broadcasting from 53 miles ESE of Marshall. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Univision in Marshall, MO?
Univision is on channel 14 from KUKC-LD, broadcasting from 69 miles W of Marshall. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Marshall?
17 transmitters within 70 miles of Marshall; around 3 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 Marshall?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 121°. The main network towers for Marshall sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Marshall?
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 Marshall?
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 Marshall?
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 Marshall; signal estimates ignore terrain.