TV channels & antenna towers in Atkinson, Nebraska
Atkinson has 8 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K25GM-D, 19 miles to the WNW.
Over-the-air TV in Atkinson
Atkinson is a small community of about 1,240 people in Nebraska. There are 8 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 full-power, 2 low-power and 5 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 6 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KPRY-TV in Pierre, SD, 119 miles to the northwest. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOLN in Lincoln, NE, 151 miles to the southeast. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Atkinson
The nearest towers around Atkinson are in different directions: K25GM-D 290° WNW (19 mi) and KMNE-TV 242° WSW (29 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Atkinson, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Atkinson
The farthest of the closest towers for Atkinson is KMNE-TV, 29 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
K10JW-D, 48 miles east, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
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 TV stations near Atkinson
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K25GM-DLow power | 19 mi | 290° WNW | Fair | Newport, NE |
| KMNE-TVFull power | 29 mi | 242° WSW | Fair | Bassett, NE |
| K10JW-DTranslator | 48 mi | 84° E | Poor | Verdigre, NE |
| K14MI-DTranslator | 50 mi | 73° ENE | Poor | Niobrara, NE |
| K33GX-DLow power | 54 mi | 69° ENE | Poor | Springfield, SD |
| K27NI-DTranslator | 59 mi | 125° SE | Poor | Neligh, NE |
| K33OW-DTranslator | 59 mi | 124° SE | Poor | Neligh, NE |
| K08PM-DTranslator | 65 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Wagner, SD |
How Atkinson compares with the rest of Nebraska
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Atkinson ranks 107th of 145 places in Nebraska: fewer than the typical Nebraska town (6).
40% of Nebraska's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Atkinson: 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 242° WSW, the direction of KMNE-TV, 29 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 2 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Atkinson?
8 transmitters within 70 miles of Atkinson; around 2 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 Atkinson?
The nearest towers around Atkinson are in different directions: K25GM-D 290° WNW (19 mi) and KMNE-TV 242° WSW (29 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Atkinson?
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. Picking up the more distant stations from up to 48 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Atkinson?
K10JW-D, 48 miles east, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Atkinson?
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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More: all TV stations in Nebraska · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Atkinson; signal estimates ignore terrain.