TV channels & antenna towers in Unionville, Missouri
Unionville has 4 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, 30 miles to the SE.
Network channels in Unionville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKTVOABC | 3 | 30 mi | 83° E | Good | Kirksville, MO |
Over-the-air TV in Unionville
Unionville, Missouri has a population of about 1,820. There are 4 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 full-power and 3 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.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Unionville, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 2 are more than 45 miles out.
For the networks, the best local options 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, 98 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 Unionville
Point your antenna E, at about 83°. The main network towers for Unionville 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 Unionville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Unionville
The farthest main network tower for Unionville is KTVO (ABC), 30 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic 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 Unionville
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 | 30 mi | 125° SE | Weak | Kirksville, MO |
| K18GU-DTranslator | 47 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Ottumwa, IA |
| K24IM-DTranslator | 58 mi | 73° ENE | Poor | Keosauqua, IA |
How Unionville compares with the rest of Missouri
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Unionville ranks 379th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 30 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 Ottumwa, 49 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Unionville: 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 83° E, the direction of KTVO (ABC), 30 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 Unionville, MO?
ABC is on channel 3 from KTVO, broadcasting from 30 miles E of Unionville. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Unionville?
4 transmitters within 70 miles of Unionville; 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 Unionville?
Point your antenna E, at about 83°. The main network towers for Unionville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Unionville?
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 Unionville?
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 Unionville?
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
- Terre Haute12 mi
- Milan20 mi
- Lancaster25 mi
- Kirksville29 mi
- Princeton31 mi
- La Plata41 mi
- Trenton42 mi
- Linneus42 mi
- Memphis44 mi
- Brookfield48 mi
- Edina49 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Centerville, IA19 mi
- Corydon, IA25 mi
- Bloomfield, IA36 mi
- Albia, IA39 mi
- Chariton, IA40 mi
- Leon, IA43 mi
- Ottumwa, IA49 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 Unionville; signal estimates ignore terrain.