TV channels & antenna towers in Oregon, Missouri
Oregon has 10 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox and CW. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KNPG-CD (CW), 23 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Oregon
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKNPG-CDCW | 21.2 | 23 mi | 135° SE | Weak | Saint Joseph, MO |
| FOXKNPN-CDFox | 26 | 23 mi | 135° SE | Fair | Saint Joseph, MO |
| CBSKCJO-CDCBS | 30 | 23 mi | 135° SE | Weak | Saint Joseph, MO |
| ABCKQTVABC | 2 | 24 mi | 129° SE | Fair | St. Joseph, MO |
| FOXWDAF-TVFox | 4 | 70 mi | 155° SSE | Weak | Kansas City, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Oregon
Oregon, Missouri has a population of about 776. There are 10 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 2 full-power, 3 Class A, 2 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Oregon, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Saint Joseph, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Saint Joseph's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 2 (KQTV), CBS on channel 30 (KCJO-CD), Fox on channel 26 (KNPN-CD) and CW on channel 21.2 (KNPG-CD). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSHB-TV in Kansas City, MO, 77 miles to the southeast.
Which way to point your antenna in Oregon
Point your antenna SE, at about 132°. The main network towers for Oregon 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 23 miles southeast of Oregon (135° SE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Oregon, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Oregon
The farthest main network tower for Oregon is KQTV (ABC), 24 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
KCJO-CD (CBS), 23 miles southeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Oregon
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K25OG-DTranslator | 32 mi | 300° WNW | Weak | Falls City, NE |
| KCKS-LDLow power | 59 mi | 170° S | Poor | Kansas City, KS |
| K33AC-DTranslator | 65 mi | 282° WNW | Poor | Pawnee City, NE |
| K23MS-DLow power | 66 mi | 201° SSW | Poor | Kansas City, MO |
| KGKT-LDTranslator | 67 mi | 194° SSW | Poor | Lawrence, KS |
How Oregon compares with the rest of Missouri
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Oregon ranks 370th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 23 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
30% of Missouri's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Saint Joseph, 22 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Oregon: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 129° SE, the direction of KQTV (ABC), 24 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 2 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 Oregon, MO?
ABC is on channel 2 from KQTV, broadcasting from 24 miles SE of Oregon. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Oregon, MO?
CBS is on channel 30 from KCJO-CD, broadcasting from 23 miles SE of Oregon. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Oregon, MO?
Fox is on channel 26 from KNPN-CD, broadcasting from 23 miles SE of Oregon. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Oregon, MO?
CW is on channel 21.2 from KNPG-CD, broadcasting from 23 miles SE of Oregon. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Oregon?
10 transmitters within 70 miles of Oregon; around 2 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Oregon?
Point your antenna SE, at about 132°. The main network towers for Oregon sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Oregon?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice. Picking up CBS from up to 23 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Oregon?
KCJO-CD (CBS), 23 miles southeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Oregon?
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
- Mound City11 mi
- Savannah17 mi
- Country Club Village20 mi
- Saint Joseph22 mi
- Maryville29 mi
- King City33 mi
- Tarkio34 mi
- Stanberry36 mi
- Maysville42 mi
- Albany47 mi
- Plattsburg47 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Highland, KS11 mi
- Troy, KS14 mi
- Wathena, KS19 mi
- Elwood, KS22 mi
- Hiawatha, KS23 mi
- Falls City, NE25 mi
- Atchison, KS29 mi
- Horton, KS30 mi
- Sabetha, KS35 mi
- Auburn, NE46 mi
- Valley Falls, KS48 mi
- Holton, KS48 mi
- Leavenworth, KS48 mi
More: all TV stations in Missouri · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Oregon; signal estimates ignore terrain.