TV channels & antenna towers in Saint Paul, Nebraska

Saint Paul has 11 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC and CW. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KMLF-LD, 21 miles to the SSE.

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11TV transmitters within 70 miles

3networks over the air

21 mito the closest tower

2,290population

Network channels in Saint Paul

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
CWKNHLCW	5	39 mi	174° S	Fair	Hastings, NE
ABCKHGI-TVABC	27	44 mi	209° SSW	Good	Kearney, NE
NBCKGINNBC	11.2	47 mi	203° SSW	Fair	Grand Island, NE
ABCKLKNABC	8	64 mi	111° ESE	Weak	Lincoln, NE

Over-the-air TV in Saint Paul

Saint Paul is a small community of about 2,290 people in Nebraska. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 11 licensed TV transmitters: 5 full-power, 3 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 6 farther out.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 27 (KHGI-TV), NBC on channel 11.2 (KGIN) and CW on channel 5 (KNHL). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOLN in Lincoln, NE, 72 miles to the southeast. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KFXL-TV in Lincoln, NE, 102 miles to the east. 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 Saint Paul

Point your antenna SSW, at about 206°. The main network towers for Saint Paul sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Saint Paul at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Saint Paul, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Saint Paul

The farthest main network tower for Saint Paul is KGIN (NBC), 47 miles away with a fair 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 Saint Paul

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
KMLF-LDLow power	21 mi	163° SSE	Fair	Grand Island, NE
KIUA-LDLow power	35 mi	139° SE	Weak	Lincoln, NE
KHNE-TVFull power	36 mi	148° SSE	Good	Hastings, NE
K27NI-DTranslator	61 mi	21° NNE	Poor	Neligh, NE
K33OW-DTranslator	62 mi	21° NNE	Poor	Neligh, NE
K31OC-DTranslator	63 mi	282° WNW	Poor	Broken Bow, NE
KMJF-LDLow power	65 mi	75° ENE	Poor	Columbus, NE

How Saint Paul compares with the rest of Nebraska

With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Saint Paul ranks 76th of 145 places in Nebraska: fewer than the typical Nebraska town (6). Its nearest major network tower is 39 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 Grand Island, 21 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Saint Paul: 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 203° SSW, the direction of KGIN (NBC), 47 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 5 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 Saint Paul, NE?

ABC is on channel 27 from KHGI-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles SSW of Saint Paul. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is NBC in Saint Paul, NE?

NBC is on channel 11.2 from KGIN, broadcasting from 47 miles SSW of Saint Paul. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Saint Paul, NE?

CW is on channel 5 from KNHL, broadcasting from 39 miles S of Saint Paul. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Saint Paul?

11 transmitters within 70 miles of Saint Paul; around 5 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 Saint Paul?

Point your antenna SSW, at about 206°. The main network towers for Saint Paul sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Saint Paul?

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 Saint Paul?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Saint Paul?

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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