TV channels & antenna towers in Hickman, Nebraska
Hickman has 24 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 13 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KFDY-LD, 7.5 miles to the N.
Network channels in Hickman
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKFXL-TVFox | 51 | 7.5 mi | 6° N | Strong | Lincoln, NE |
| CWKCWH-LDCW | 18 | 14 mi | 353° N | Fair | Lincoln, NE |
| CBSKOLNCBS | 10 | 32 mi | 294° WNW | Fair | Lincoln, NE |
| NBCKSNB-TVNBC | 4 | 32 mi | 294° WNW | Good | York, NE |
| CWKPTMCW | 42.3 | 38 mi | 34° NE | Good | Omaha, NE |
| ABCKLKNABC | 8 | 40 mi | 297° WNW | Fair | Lincoln, NE |
| TLMKOHA-LDTelemundo | 27 | 55 mi | 40° NE | Poor | Omaha, NE |
| CBSKMTV-TVCBS | 3 | 57 mi | 33° NNE | Good | Omaha, NE |
| ABCKETVABC | 7 | 57 mi | 33° NNE | Good | Omaha, NE |
| NBCWOWTNBC | 6 | 57 mi | 33° NNE | Good | Omaha, NE |
Over-the-air TV in Hickman
Hickman, Nebraska has a population of about 2,080. Our map shows 24 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 12 full-power, 7 low-power and 5 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 13 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
3 of them are within 25 miles of Hickman, 10 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 11 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Omaha, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Omaha's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7 (KETV), CBS on channel 3 (KMTV-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WOWT), Fox on channel 51 (KFXL-TV), CW on channel 42.3 (KPTM) and Telemundo on channel 27 (KOHA-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 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 Hickman
Point your antenna NNE, at about 27°. The main network towers for Hickman 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 32 miles northwest of Hickman (294° WNW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Hickman at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Hickman, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hickman
The farthest main network tower for Hickman is WOWT (NBC), 57 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
KFXL-TV is only 7.5 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 Hickman
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KFDY-LDLow power | 7.5 mi | 6° N | Good | Lincoln, NE |
| KWBE-LDLow power | 26 mi | 197° SSW | Fair | Beatrice, NE |
| K23AA-DTranslator | 32 mi | 209° SSW | Weak | Beatrice, NE |
| K33AC-DTranslator | 34 mi | 154° SSE | Weak | Pawnee City, NE |
| KUON-TVFull power | 37 mi | 14° NNE | Fair | Lincoln, NE |
| KAJS-LDLow power | 37 mi | 32° NNE | Weak | Lincoln, NE |
| KXVOFull power | 38 mi | 34° NE | Good | Omaha, NE |
| K36QD-DTranslator | 54 mi | 12° NNE | Poor | Omaha, NE |
| KQMK-LDLow power | 55 mi | 40° NE | Poor | Omaha, NE |
| KYNE-TVFull power | 57 mi | 33° NNE | Weak | Omaha, NE |
| K25OG-DTranslator | 58 mi | 118° ESE | Poor | Falls City, NE |
| KBIN-TVFull power | 60 mi | 43° NE | Poor | Council Bluffs, IA |
| KMJF-LDLow power | 66 mi | 331° NNW | Poor | Columbus, NE |
| K24GO-DTranslator | 68 mi | 22° NNE | Poor | Blair, NE |
How Hickman compares with the rest of Nebraska
With 13 stations at fair strength or better, Hickman ranks 25th of 145 places in Nebraska: more than the typical Nebraska town (6). Its nearest major network tower is 7.5 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 Lincoln, 13 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Hickman: 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 33° NNE, the direction of WOWT (NBC), 57 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 13 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 Hickman, NE?
ABC is on channel 7 from KETV, broadcasting from 57 miles NNE of Hickman. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Hickman, NE?
CBS is on channel 3 from KMTV-TV, broadcasting from 57 miles NNE of Hickman. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Hickman, NE?
NBC is on channel 6 from WOWT, broadcasting from 57 miles NNE of Hickman. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Hickman, NE?
Fox is on channel 51 from KFXL-TV, broadcasting from 7.5 miles N of Hickman. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Hickman, NE?
CW is on channel 42.3 from KPTM, broadcasting from 38 miles NE of Hickman. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hickman?
24 transmitters within 70 miles of Hickman; around 13 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 Hickman?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 27°. The main network towers for Hickman sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hickman?
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 Hickman?
KFXL-TV is only 7.5 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 Hickman?
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 Hickman; signal estimates ignore terrain.