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TV channels & antenna towers in Saint James, Missouri

Saint James has 11 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS, ION and MeTV. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K33MN-D, 53 miles to the NNW.

Open Saint James in the live finder
11TV transmitters within 70 miles
3networks over the air
53 mito the closest tower
4,216population

Network channels in Saint James

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
CBSKRCGCBS13 55 mi332° NNW GoodJefferson City, MO
MeTVKNLCMeTV24.1 63 mi66° ENE FairSt. Louis, MO
IONWRBUION46 67 mi66° ENE WeakEast St. Louis, IL

Over-the-air TV in Saint James

With roughly 4,220 residents, Saint James is a town in Missouri. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 11 licensed TV transmitters: 4 full-power and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

0 of them are within 25 miles of Saint James, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 11 are more than 45 miles out.

For the networks, the best local options are CBS on channel 13 (KRCG), ION on channel 46 (WRBU) and MeTV on channel 24.1 (KNLC). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KMIZ in Columbia, MO, 74 miles to the northwest. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSDK in St. Louis, MO, 80 miles to the northeast. 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 Saint James

Point your antenna NNW, at about 332°. The main network towers for Saint James 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 Saint James. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Saint James

The farthest main network tower for Saint James is KRCG (CBS), 55 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.

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 Saint James

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
K33MN-DLow power53 mi 329° NNWPoorJefferson City, MO
K21PD-DLow power53 mi 329° NNWPoorColumbia, MO
KRMS-LDLow power55 mi 282° WNWPoorLake Ozark, MO
KNLJFull power55 mi 332° NNWGoodJefferson City, MO
KDKZ-LDLow power57 mi 74° ENEPoorFarmington, MO
K25QT-DLow power66 mi 326° NNWPoorColumbia, MO
K36LJ-DLow power66 mi 326° NNWPoorColumbia, MO
K35OY-DLow power66 mi 327° NNWPoorColumbia, MO

How Saint James compares with the rest of Missouri

With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Saint James ranks 362nd of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 55 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 Rolla, 9.1 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Saint James: 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 332° NNW, the direction of KRCG (CBS), 55 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 3 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 CBS in Saint James, MO?

CBS is on channel 13 from KRCG, broadcasting from 55 miles NNW of Saint James. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Saint James?

11 transmitters within 70 miles of Saint James; 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 Saint James?

Point your antenna NNW, at about 332°. The main network towers for Saint James sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Saint James?

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 Saint James?

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 Saint James?

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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