TV channels & antenna towers in West Plains, Missouri
West Plains has 12 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K36NN-D, 1.7 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in West Plains
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWKYCW-LDCW | 24 | 68 mi | 297° WNW | Poor | Branson, MO |
| NBCKYTVNBC | 3 | 68 mi | 297° WNW | Good | Springfield, MO |
| CWKSPR-LDCW | 33.2 | 68 mi | 297° WNW | Poor | Springfield, MO |
| FOXKJNB-CDFox | 39 | 69 mi | 132° SE | Poor | Jonesboro, AR |
| CBSKOLRCBS | 10 | 69 mi | 300° WNW | Weak | Springfield, MO |
| FOXKRBKFox | 49 | 69 mi | 300° WNW | Good | Osage Beach, MO |
Over-the-air TV in West Plains
West Plains is a town of about 12,300 people in Missouri. There are 12 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 7 full-power, 1 Class A, 3 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of West Plains, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 10 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Springfield, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Springfield's stations.
The best-placed network stations are CBS on channel 10 (KOLR), NBC on channel 3 (KYTV), Fox on channel 49 (KRBK) and CW on channel 24 (KYCW-LD). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KPOB-TV in Poplar Bluff, MO, 78 miles to the east. 4 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 West Plains
Point your antenna WNW, at about 299°. The main network towers for West Plains sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KOLR and KRBK, transmit from the same tower site about 69 miles northwest of West Plains (300° WNW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from West Plains, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for West Plains
The farthest main network tower for West Plains is KRBK (Fox), 69 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
K36NN-D is only 1.7 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 West Plains
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K36NN-DLow power | 1.7 mi | 337° NNW | Strong | West Plains, MO |
| K07XL-DTranslator | 40 mi | 230° SW | Poor | Mountain Home, AR |
| KWBMFull power | 67 mi | 269° W | Weak | Harrison, AR |
| KOZKFull power | 68 mi | 297° WNW | Fair | Springfield, MO |
| KEMVFull power | 68 mi | 201° SSW | Poor | Mountain View, AR |
| KOZL-TVFull power | 69 mi | 300° WNW | Fair | Springfield, MO |
How West Plains compares with the rest of Missouri
With 5 stations at fair strength or better, West Plains ranks 330th of 398 places in Missouri: fewer than the typical Missouri town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 68 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
34% of Missouri's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in West Plains: step by step
- 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.
- Point it toward 300° WNW, the direction of KRBK (Fox), 69 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 5 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 CBS in West Plains, MO?
CBS is on channel 10 from KOLR, broadcasting from 69 miles WNW of West Plains. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is NBC in West Plains, MO?
NBC is on channel 3 from KYTV, broadcasting from 68 miles WNW of West Plains. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in West Plains, MO?
Fox is on channel 49 from KRBK, broadcasting from 69 miles WNW of West Plains. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in West Plains, MO?
CW is on channel 24 from KYCW-LD, broadcasting from 68 miles WNW of West Plains. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in West Plains?
12 transmitters within 70 miles of West Plains; around 5 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 West Plains?
Point your antenna WNW, at about 299°. The main network towers for West Plains sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in West Plains?
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 West Plains?
K36NN-D is only 1.7 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 West Plains?
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
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- Houston42 mi
- Ava47 mi
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Nearby cities in other states
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More: all TV stations in Missouri · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of West Plains; signal estimates ignore terrain.