TV channels & antenna towers in Center, Nebraska
Center has 12 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K10JW-D, 8.4 miles to the W.
Over-the-air TV in Center
Center is a small community of about 93 people in Nebraska. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 12 licensed TV transmitters: 2 full-power, 3 low-power and 7 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
3 of them are within 25 miles of Center, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KCAU-TV in Sioux City, IA, 84 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOLN in Lincoln, NE, 130 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 Center
The nearest towers around Center are in different directions: K10JW-D 265° W (8.4 mi), K14MI-D 320° NW (12 mi) and K33GX-D 339° NNW (15 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 Center, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Center
The farthest of the closest towers for Center is K33GX-D, 15 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 TV stations near Center
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K10JW-DTranslator | 8.4 mi | 265° W | Poor | Verdigre, NE |
| K14MI-DTranslator | 12 mi | 320° NW | Poor | Niobrara, NE |
| K33GX-DLow power | 15 mi | 339° NNW | Fair | Springfield, SD |
| K33OW-DTranslator | 40 mi | 191° SSW | Poor | Neligh, NE |
| K27NI-DTranslator | 40 mi | 192° SSW | Poor | Neligh, NE |
| KXNE-TVFull power | 40 mi | 130° SE | Good | Norfolk, NE |
| K08PM-DTranslator | 41 mi | 346° NNW | Poor | Wagner, SD |
| K24JG-DTranslator | 48 mi | 147° SSE | Poor | Norfolk, NE |
| K23PU-DTranslator | 48 mi | 146° SSE | Poor | Norfolk, NE |
| KPTP-LDLow power | 48 mi | 146° SSE | Poor | Norfolk, NE |
| KNEN-LDLow power | 49 mi | 146° SE | Poor | Norfolk, NE |
| KUSD-TVFull power | 63 mi | 61° ENE | Weak | Vermillion, SD |
How Center compares with the rest of Nebraska
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Center ranks 107th of 145 places in Nebraska: fewer than the typical Nebraska town (6).
48% of Nebraska's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Norfolk, 47 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Center: 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 339° NNW, the direction of K33GX-D, 15 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 Center?
12 transmitters within 70 miles of Center; around 2 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 Center?
The nearest towers around Center are in different directions: K10JW-D 265° W (8.4 mi), K14MI-D 320° NW (12 mi) and K33GX-D 339° NNW (15 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Center?
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. The towers are spread over about 74° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Center?
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 Center?
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
- Creighton10.0 mi
- Plainview18 mi
- Hartington31 mi
- Pierce34 mi
- Neligh34 mi
- O'Neill41 mi
- Battle Creek44 mi
- Norfolk47 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Springfield, SD17 mi
- Tyndall, SD27 mi
- Yankton, SD30 mi
- Wagner, SD39 mi
- Olivet, SD45 mi
- Vermillion, SD50 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 Center; signal estimates ignore terrain.