TV channels & antenna towers in Palmyra, Missouri

Palmyra has 14 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC and CW. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KHQA-TV (ABC), 16 miles to the NE.

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14TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

16 mito the closest tower

3,616population

Network channels in Palmyra

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
ABCKHQA-TVABC	7.2	16 mi	39° NE	Strong	Hannibal, MO
CWWGEM-TVCW	10.2	16 mi	39° NE	Strong	Quincy, IL

Over-the-air TV in Palmyra

Palmyra, Missouri has a population of about 3,620. There are 14 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power, 5 low-power and 4 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.

7 of them are within 25 miles of Palmyra, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 7.2 (KHQA-TV) and CW on channel 10.2 (WGEM-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KRCG in Jefferson City, MO, 82 miles to the south. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSDK in St. Louis, MO, 106 miles to the southeast. 3 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 Palmyra

Point your antenna NE, at about 39°. The main network towers for Palmyra sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Two network stations, KHQA-TV and WGEM-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 16 miles northeast of Palmyra (39° NE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Palmyra

The farthest main network tower for Palmyra is KHQA-TV (ABC), 16 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

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 Palmyra

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
WTJRFull power	16 mi	40° NE	Strong	Quincy, IL
W27DF-DLow power	16 mi	40° NE	Fair	Quincy, IL
K14SU-DLow power	16 mi	40° NE	Fair	Keokuk, IA
W17EH-DLow power	16 mi	40° NE	Fair	Quincy, IL
WQECFull power	17 mi	42° NE	Good	Quincy, IL
K18NZ-DTranslator	43 mi	8° N	Poor	Keokuk, IA
WVDM-LDLow power	45 mi	144° SE	Poor	Quincy, IL
K28JD-DTranslator	58 mi	5° N	Poor	Fort Madison, IA
WMECFull power	59 mi	45° NE	Poor	Macomb, IL
K30MG-DTranslator	62 mi	299° WNW	Poor	Kirksville, MO
K06PT-DLow power	67 mi	217° SW	Poor	Columbia, MO
K24IM-DTranslator	67 mi	341° NNW	Poor	Keosauqua, IA

How Palmyra compares with the rest of Missouri

With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Palmyra ranks 288th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 16 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 Quincy, 11 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Palmyra: step by step

Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
Point it toward 39° NE, the direction of KHQA-TV (ABC), 16 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 7 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 Palmyra, MO?

ABC is on channel 7.2 from KHQA-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles NE of Palmyra. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CW in Palmyra, MO?

CW is on channel 10.2 from WGEM-TV, broadcasting from 16 miles NE of Palmyra. Estimated signal: strong.

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

14 transmitters within 70 miles of Palmyra; around 7 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 Palmyra?

Point your antenna NE, at about 39°. The main network towers for Palmyra sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Palmyra?

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 Palmyra?

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.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Palmyra?

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 Palmyra; signal estimates ignore terrain.