TV channels & antenna towers in Murphy, Missouri
Murphy has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 18 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KETC, 4.8 miles to the E.
Network channels in Murphy
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKPLR-TVCW | 11 | 6.9 mi | 63° ENE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| FOXKTVIFox | 2 | 6.9 mi | 63° ENE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| IONWRBUION | 46 | 7.0 mi | 180° S | Strong | East St. Louis, IL |
| MeTVKNLCMeTV | 24.1 | 9.5 mi | 200° SSW | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| NBCKSDKNBC | 5 | 10.0 mi | 57° ENE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| TLMWODK-LDTelemundo | 45 | 10 mi | 56° ENE | Good | Saint Louis, MO |
| CBSKMOVCBS | 4 | 11 mi | 75° ENE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| ABCKDNL-TVABC | 30 | 11 mi | 54° NE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Murphy
Murphy, Missouri has a population of about 8,690. There are 23 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 9 full-power, 3 Class A and 11 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 18 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 14 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 17 transmitters are within 25 miles, 5 between 25 and 45 miles, and 1 farther 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.
For the networks, the best local options 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 (good 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 Murphy
Point your antenna ENE, at about 62°. The main network towers for Murphy sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KPLR-TV and KTVI, transmit from the same tower site about 6.9 miles northeast of Murphy (63° ENE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Murphy at fair strength or better, 57% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Murphy, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Murphy
The farthest main network tower for Murphy is KDNL-TV (ABC), 11 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
KETC is only 4.8 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 Murphy
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KETCFull power | 4.8 mi | 97° E | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| K15KP-DLow power | 10.0 mi | 57° ENE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| KUMO-LDLow power | 10 mi | 56° ENE | Good | St Louis, MO |
| KPTN-LDLow power | 10 mi | 56° ENE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KBGU-LDLow power | 10 mi | 56° ENE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| KDTL-LDLow power | 11 mi | 75° ENE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| K25NG-DClass A | 14 mi | 20° NNE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KEFN-CDClass A | 19 mi | 59° ENE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KDKZ-LDLow power | 20 mi | 197° SSW | Weak | Farmington, MO |
| WXSL-LDLow power | 30 mi | 65° ENE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| WPXSFull power | 33 mi | 105° ESE | Good | Mount Vernon, IL |
| W09DL-DLow power | 33 mi | 105° ESE | Weak | Mount Vernon, IL |
| WLEH-LDLow power | 33 mi | 105° ESE | Weak | St., IL |
| W36EX-DClass A | 36 mi | 35° NE | Weak | Alton, IL |
| WVDM-LDLow power | 61 mi | 331° NNW | Poor | Quincy, IL |
How Murphy compares with the rest of Missouri
With 18 stations at fair strength or better, Murphy ranks 90th of 398 places in Missouri: more than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 6.9 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 Arnold, 7.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Murphy: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 54° NE, the direction of KDNL-TV (ABC), 11 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 18 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 Murphy, MO?
ABC is on channel 30 from KDNL-TV, broadcasting from 11 miles NE of Murphy. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Murphy, MO?
CBS is on channel 4 from KMOV, broadcasting from 11 miles ENE of Murphy. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Murphy, MO?
NBC is on channel 5 from KSDK, broadcasting from 10.0 miles ENE of Murphy. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Murphy, MO?
Fox is on channel 2 from KTVI, broadcasting from 6.9 miles ENE of Murphy. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Murphy, MO?
CW is on channel 11 from KPLR-TV, broadcasting from 6.9 miles ENE of Murphy. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Murphy?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Murphy; around 18 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 Murphy?
Point your antenna ENE, at about 62°. The main network towers for Murphy sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Murphy?
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 Murphy?
KETC is only 4.8 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 Murphy?
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 Murphy; signal estimates ignore terrain.