TV channels & antenna towers in Versailles, Missouri

Versailles has 15 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox and CW. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KMOS-TV, 14 miles to the N.

15TV transmitters within 70 miles
4networks over the air
14 mito the closest tower
2,440population

Network channels in Versailles

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
FOXKQFX-LDFox22 28 mi33° NNE FairColumbia, MO
ABCKMIZABC17 28 mi33° NNE GoodColumbia, MO
CBSKRCGCBS13 44 mi66° ENE GoodJefferson City, MO
CWKOMU-TVCW8.3 44 mi44° NE GoodColumbia, MO

Over-the-air TV in Versailles

With roughly 2,440 residents, Versailles is a small community in Missouri. Our map shows 15 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 5 full-power and 10 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.

2 of them are within 25 miles of Versailles, 12 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 1 is more than 45 miles out. Three of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Columbia, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Columbia's stations.

The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 17 (KMIZ), CBS on channel 13 (KRCG), Fox on channel 22 (KQFX-LD) and CW on channel 8.3 (KOMU-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KYTV in Springfield, MO, 87 miles to the south. 2 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 Versailles

Point your antenna NE, at about 49°. The main network towers for Versailles sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Versailles at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northeast, so this is an easy place to aim.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for Versailles

The farthest main network tower for Versailles is KRCG (CBS), 44 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.

KMOS-TV is only 14 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 Versailles

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
KMOS-TVFull power14 mi 354° NStrongSedalia, MO
KRMS-LDLow power22 mi 145° SEFairLake Ozark, MO
K18KK-DLow power28 mi 33° NNEFairColumbia, MO
K23LE-DLow power29 mi 314° NWPoorSedalia, MO
K25QT-DLow power39 mi 50° NEPoorColumbia, MO
K36LJ-DLow power39 mi 50° NEWeakColumbia, MO
K35OY-DLow power39 mi 49° NEPoorColumbia, MO
K33MN-DLow power42 mi 68° ENEPoorJefferson City, MO
K21PD-DLow power42 mi 68° ENEPoorColumbia, MO
KNLJFull power45 mi 65° ENEGoodJefferson City, MO
K06PT-DLow power51 mi 37° NEPoorColumbia, MO

How Versailles compares with the rest of Missouri

With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Versailles ranks 271st of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 28 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 Sedalia, 28 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Versailles: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 66° ENE, the direction of KRCG (CBS), 44 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 8 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 ABC in Versailles, MO?

ABC is on channel 17 from KMIZ, broadcasting from 28 miles NNE of Versailles. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CBS in Versailles, MO?

CBS is on channel 13 from KRCG, broadcasting from 44 miles ENE of Versailles. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Versailles, MO?

Fox is on channel 22 from KQFX-LD, broadcasting from 28 miles NNE of Versailles. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Versailles, MO?

CW is on channel 8.3 from KOMU-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles NE of Versailles. Estimated signal: good.

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

15 transmitters within 70 miles of Versailles; around 8 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 Versailles?

Point your antenna NE, at about 49°. The main network towers for Versailles sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Versailles?

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 Versailles?

KMOS-TV is only 14 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 Versailles?

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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