TV channels & antenna towers in Terre Haute, Missouri
Terre Haute has 3 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K30MG-D, 39 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Terre Haute
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKTVOABC | 3 | 42 mi | 81° E | Good | Kirksville, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Terre Haute
Terre Haute is a small community of about 2,320 people in Missouri. There are 3 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 full-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 1 farther out.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 3 (KTVO). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KCCI in Des Moines, IA, 97 miles to the north. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WHO-DT in Des Moines, IA, 97 miles to the north.
Which way to point your antenna in Terre Haute
Point your antenna E, at about 81°. The main network towers for Terre Haute sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Terre Haute, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Terre Haute
The farthest main network tower for Terre Haute is KTVO (ABC), 42 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Terre Haute
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K30MG-DTranslator | 39 mi | 112° ESE | Poor | Kirksville, MO |
| K18GU-DTranslator | 58 mi | 51° NE | Poor | Ottumwa, IA |
How Terre Haute compares with the rest of Missouri
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Terre Haute ranks 379th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 42 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.
Setting up an antenna in Terre Haute: 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 81° E, the direction of KTVO (ABC), 42 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 1 station, 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 Terre Haute, MO?
ABC is on channel 3 from KTVO, broadcasting from 42 miles E of Terre Haute. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Terre Haute?
3 transmitters within 70 miles of Terre Haute; around 1 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 Terre Haute?
Point your antenna E, at about 81°. The main network towers for Terre Haute sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Terre Haute?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Terre Haute?
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 Terre Haute?
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
- Unionville12 mi
- Milan17 mi
- Princeton18 mi
- Trenton32 mi
- Lancaster38 mi
- Kirksville38 mi
- Linneus39 mi
- Bethany43 mi
- Brookfield46 mi
- Chillicothe48 mi
- La Plata49 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Corydon, IA22 mi
- Centerville, IA28 mi
- Leon, IA34 mi
- Lamoni, IA39 mi
- Chariton, IA40 mi
- Albia, IA46 mi
- Bloomfield, IA48 mi
- Osceola, IA50 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 Terre Haute; signal estimates ignore terrain.