TV channels & antenna towers in Albion, Nebraska
Albion has 13 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K27NI-D, 24 miles to the N.
Network channels in Albion
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKLKNABC | 8 | 67 mi | 147° SSE | Weak | Lincoln, NE |
Over-the-air TV in Albion
Albion, Nebraska has a population of about 1,590. Our map shows 13 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 3 full-power, 5 low-power and 5 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 5 between 25 and 45 miles, and 6 farther out.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 8 (KLKN). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOLN in Lincoln, NE, 75 miles to the southeast. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSNB-TV in York, NE, 75 miles to the southeast. 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 Albion
Point your antenna SSE, at about 147°. The main network towers for Albion sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
KLKN (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Albion. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Albion
The farthest main network tower for Albion is KLKN (ABC), 67 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Albion
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K27NI-DTranslator | 24 mi | 356° N | Weak | Neligh, NE |
| K33OW-DTranslator | 25 mi | 357° N | Fair | Neligh, NE |
| K24JG-DTranslator | 40 mi | 54° NE | Poor | Norfolk, NE |
| K23PU-DTranslator | 41 mi | 55° NE | Poor | Norfolk, NE |
| KPTP-LDLow power | 41 mi | 55° NE | Poor | Norfolk, NE |
| KNEN-LDLow power | 41 mi | 55° NE | Poor | Norfolk, NE |
| KMJF-LDLow power | 42 mi | 113° ESE | Poor | Columbus, NE |
| KXNE-TVFull power | 53 mi | 44° NE | Good | Norfolk, NE |
| KMLF-LDLow power | 56 mi | 198° SSW | Poor | Grand Island, NE |
| KIUA-LDLow power | 60 mi | 180° S | Poor | Lincoln, NE |
| K10JW-DTranslator | 63 mi | 358° N | Poor | Verdigre, NE |
| KHNE-TVFull power | 64 mi | 184° S | Fair | Hastings, NE |
How Albion compares with the rest of Nebraska
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Albion ranks 97th of 145 places in Nebraska: fewer than the typical Nebraska town (6). Its nearest major network tower is 67 miles away, against a state median of 27 miles.
48% of Nebraska's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Columbus, 37 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Albion: 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 147° SSE, the direction of KLKN (ABC), 67 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 3 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 Albion, NE?
ABC is on channel 8 from KLKN, broadcasting from 67 miles SSE of Albion. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Albion?
13 transmitters within 70 miles of Albion; around 3 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 Albion?
Point your antenna SSE, at about 147°. The main network towers for Albion sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Albion?
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 Albion?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Albion?
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 Nebraska cities
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- Greeley29 mi
- Madison30 mi
- Battle Creek30 mi
- Neligh30 mi
- Bartlett31 mi
- Columbus37 mi
- Norfolk38 mi
- Central City40 mi
- Saint Paul40 mi
- Osceola42 mi
- Pierce43 mi
- Stanton44 mi
- Stromsburg45 mi
- Plainview47 mi
- Ord48 mi
More: all TV stations in Nebraska · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Albion; signal estimates ignore terrain.