TV channels & antenna towers in Sappington, Missouri
Sappington has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 20 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KPLR-TV (CW), 0.4 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Sappington
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKPLR-TVCW | 11 | 0.4 mi | 108° ESE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| FOXKTVIFox | 2 | 0.4 mi | 108° ESE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| NBCKSDKNBC | 5 | 3.4 mi | 50° NE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| TLMWODK-LDTelemundo | 45 | 3.9 mi | 49° NE | Good | Saint Louis, MO |
| ABCKDNL-TVABC | 30 | 4.1 mi | 42° NE | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| CBSKMOVCBS | 4 | 4.4 mi | 97° E | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| IONWRBUION | 46 | 12 mi | 210° SSW | Strong | East St. Louis, IL |
| MeTVKNLCMeTV | 24.1 | 15 mi | 217° SW | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Sappington
With roughly 7,580 residents, Sappington is a town in Missouri. Our map shows 24 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 10 full-power, 3 Class A and 11 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 20 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 17 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 18 transmitters are within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 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.
The best-placed network stations 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). 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 Sappington
The main network towers around Sappington are in different directions: ABC 42° NE (4.1 mi), CBS 97° E (4.4 mi), NBC 50° NE (3.4 mi) and Fox 108° ESE (0.4 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, KPLR-TV and KTVI, transmit from the same tower site about 0.4 miles east of Sappington (108° ESE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Sappington at fair strength or better, 43% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Sappington, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Sappington
The farthest main network tower for Sappington is KMOV (CBS), 4.4 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.
KPLR-TV is only 0.4 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 Sappington
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K15KP-DLow power | 3.4 mi | 50° NE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| KETCFull power | 3.9 mi | 195° SSW | Strong | St. Louis, MO |
| KUMO-LDLow power | 3.9 mi | 49° NE | Good | St Louis, MO |
| KPTN-LDLow power | 3.9 mi | 49° NE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| KBGU-LDLow power | 3.9 mi | 49° NE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| KDTL-LDLow power | 4.4 mi | 97° E | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| K25NG-DClass A | 9.7 mi | 354° N | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| KEFN-CDClass A | 12 mi | 58° ENE | Good | St. Louis, MO |
| WXSL-LDLow power | 24 mi | 67° ENE | Fair | St. Louis, MO |
| KDKZ-LDLow power | 25 mi | 208° SSW | Weak | Farmington, MO |
| WPXSFull power | 29 mi | 114° ESE | Good | Mount Vernon, IL |
| W09DL-DLow power | 29 mi | 114° ESE | Weak | Mount Vernon, IL |
| WLEH-LDLow power | 29 mi | 114° ESE | Fair | St., IL |
| W36EX-DClass A | 30 mi | 29° NNE | Fair | Alton, IL |
| WVDM-LDLow power | 61 mi | 325° NW | Poor | Quincy, IL |
| WSIU-TVFull power | 68 mi | 116° ESE | Poor | Carbondale, IL |
How Sappington compares with the rest of Missouri
With 20 stations at fair strength or better, Sappington ranks 2nd of 398 places in Missouri: more than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 0.4 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 Affton, 2.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Sappington: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 97° E, the direction of KMOV (CBS), 4.4 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 20 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 Sappington, MO?
ABC is on channel 30 from KDNL-TV, broadcasting from 4.1 miles NE of Sappington. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Sappington, MO?
CBS is on channel 4 from KMOV, broadcasting from 4.4 miles E of Sappington. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Sappington, MO?
NBC is on channel 5 from KSDK, broadcasting from 3.4 miles NE of Sappington. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Sappington, MO?
Fox is on channel 2 from KTVI, broadcasting from 0.4 miles ESE of Sappington. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Sappington, MO?
CW is on channel 11 from KPLR-TV, broadcasting from 0.4 miles ESE of Sappington. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Sappington?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of Sappington; around 20 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 Sappington?
The main network towers around Sappington are in different directions: ABC 42° NE (4.1 mi), CBS 97° E (4.4 mi), NBC 50° NE (3.4 mi) and Fox 108° ESE (0.4 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Sappington?
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 Sappington?
KPLR-TV is only 0.4 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 Sappington?
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
- Crestwood1.4 mi
- Concord1.5 mi
- Sunset Hills1.5 mi
- Affton2.7 mi
- Kirkwood3.5 mi
- Mehlville3.7 mi
- Webster Groves4.0 mi
- Glendale4.1 mi
- Shrewsbury4.4 mi
- Des Peres5.3 mi
- Lemay5.4 mi
- Brentwood5.8 mi
- Maplewood6.0 mi
- Valley Park6.2 mi
- Oakville6.2 mi
- Murphy6.6 mi
- Town and Country6.9 mi
- Richmond Heights7.1 mi
- Arnold7.2 mi
- Ladue7.8 mi
- Clayton7.9 mi
- Manchester8.1 mi
- Creve Coeur8.9 mi
- Olivette8.9 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 Sappington; signal estimates ignore terrain.