TV channels & antenna towers in Geneva, Nebraska
Geneva has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KOLN (CBS), 29 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Geneva
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKOLNCBS | 10 | 29 mi | 49° NE | Fair | Lincoln, NE |
| NBCKSNB-TVNBC | 4 | 29 mi | 49° NE | Good | York, NE |
| ABCKLKNABC | 8 | 29 mi | 32° NNE | Fair | Lincoln, NE |
| CWKNHLCW | 5 | 42 mi | 282° WNW | Fair | Hastings, NE |
| CWKCWH-LDCW | 18 | 53 mi | 67° ENE | Poor | Lincoln, NE |
| FOXKFXL-TVFox | 51 | 53 mi | 75° ENE | Weak | Lincoln, NE |
| NBCKGINNBC | 11.2 | 64 mi | 274° W | Poor | Grand Island, NE |
| ABCKHGI-TVABC | 27 | 67 mi | 278° W | Weak | Kearney, NE |
Over-the-air TV in Geneva
Geneva is a small community of about 2,130 people in Nebraska. There are 16 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 8 full-power, 6 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Geneva, 7 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 9 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Lincoln, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Lincoln's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 8 (KLKN), CBS on channel 10 (KOLN), NBC on channel 4 (KSNB-TV), Fox on channel 51 (KFXL-TV) and CW on channel 5 (KNHL). 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 Geneva
Point your antenna NE, at about 43°. The main network towers for Geneva sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KOLN and KSNB-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 29 miles northeast of Geneva (49° NE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Geneva at fair strength or better, 75% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Geneva, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Geneva
The farthest main network tower for Geneva is KLKN (ABC), 29 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
KFXL-TV (Fox), 53 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 stations near Geneva
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIUA-LDLow power | 30 mi | 314° NW | Fair | Lincoln, NE |
| KHNE-TVFull power | 31 mi | 303° WNW | Good | Hastings, NE |
| K23AA-DTranslator | 42 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Beatrice, NE |
| KWBE-LDLow power | 47 mi | 113° ESE | Poor | Beatrice, NE |
| KMLF-LDLow power | 48 mi | 305° NW | Poor | Grand Island, NE |
| KFDY-LDLow power | 53 mi | 75° ENE | Poor | Lincoln, NE |
| KMJF-LDLow power | 66 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Columbus, NE |
| K33AC-DTranslator | 70 mi | 109° ESE | Poor | Pawnee City, NE |
How Geneva compares with the rest of Nebraska
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Geneva ranks 67th of 145 places in Nebraska: the same as the typical Nebraska town (6). Its nearest major network tower is 29 miles away, against a state median of 27 miles.
40% of Nebraska's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Hastings, 42 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Geneva: 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 32° NNE, the direction of KLKN (ABC), 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 6 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 Geneva, NE?
ABC is on channel 8 from KLKN, broadcasting from 29 miles NNE of Geneva. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Geneva, NE?
CBS is on channel 10 from KOLN, broadcasting from 29 miles NE of Geneva. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Geneva, NE?
NBC is on channel 4 from KSNB-TV, broadcasting from 29 miles NE of Geneva. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Geneva, NE?
Fox is on channel 51 from KFXL-TV, broadcasting from 53 miles ENE of Geneva. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Geneva, NE?
CW is on channel 5 from KNHL, broadcasting from 42 miles WNW of Geneva. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Geneva?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Geneva; around 6 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 Geneva?
Point your antenna NE, at about 43°. The main network towers for Geneva sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Geneva?
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 Fox from up to 53 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Geneva?
KFXL-TV (Fox), 53 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 Geneva?
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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