TV channels & antenna towers in Tecumseh, Nebraska
Tecumseh has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 9 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K33AC-D, 15 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Tecumseh
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKFXL-TVFox | 51 | 33 mi | 319° NW | Good | Lincoln, NE |
| CWKCWH-LDCW | 18 | 40 mi | 322° NW | Poor | Lincoln, NE |
| CWKPTMCW | 42.3 | 49 mi | 358° N | Good | Omaha, NE |
| CBSKOLNCBS | 10 | 60 mi | 301° WNW | Fair | Lincoln, NE |
| NBCKSNB-TVNBC | 4 | 60 mi | 301° WNW | Fair | York, NE |
| TLMKOHA-LDTelemundo | 27 | 61 mi | 12° NNE | Poor | Omaha, NE |
| CBSKMTV-TVCBS | 3 | 66 mi | 8° N | Fair | Omaha, NE |
| ABCKETVABC | 7 | 66 mi | 8° N | Fair | Omaha, NE |
| NBCWOWTNBC | 6 | 66 mi | 8° N | Fair | Omaha, NE |
| ABCKLKNABC | 8 | 68 mi | 302° WNW | Weak | Lincoln, NE |
Over-the-air TV in Tecumseh
With roughly 1,630 residents, Tecumseh is a small community in Nebraska. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 21 licensed TV transmitters: 12 full-power, 6 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 9 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 14 farther 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 4 (KSNB-TV), 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 Tecumseh
The main network towers around Tecumseh are in different directions: ABC 8° N (66 mi), CBS 8° N (66 mi), NBC 301° WNW (60 mi) and Fox 319° NW (33 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, KMTV-TV, KETV and WOWT, transmit from the same tower site about 66 miles north of Tecumseh (8° N). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Tecumseh at fair strength or better, 57% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across one other direction.
KETV (ABC) and KMTV-TV (CBS) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Tecumseh. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Tecumseh
The farthest main network tower for Tecumseh is KETV (ABC), 66 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Tecumseh
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K33AC-DTranslator | 15 mi | 213° SSW | Fair | Pawnee City, NE |
| K25OG-DTranslator | 30 mi | 110° ESE | Weak | Falls City, NE |
| KWBE-LDLow power | 31 mi | 257° WSW | Weak | Beatrice, NE |
| KFDY-LDLow power | 33 mi | 319° NW | Weak | Lincoln, NE |
| K23AA-DTranslator | 39 mi | 255° WSW | Poor | Beatrice, NE |
| KXVOFull power | 49 mi | 358° N | Good | Omaha, NE |
| KAJS-LDLow power | 49 mi | 356° N | Poor | Lincoln, NE |
| KUON-TVFull power | 55 mi | 346° NNW | Weak | Lincoln, NE |
| KQMK-LDLow power | 61 mi | 12° NNE | Poor | Omaha, NE |
| KBIN-TVFull power | 64 mi | 17° NNE | Poor | Council Bluffs, IA |
| KYNE-TVFull power | 66 mi | 8° N | Poor | Omaha, NE |
How Tecumseh compares with the rest of Nebraska
With 9 stations at fair strength or better, Tecumseh ranks 48th of 145 places in Nebraska: more than the typical Nebraska town (6). Its nearest major network tower is 33 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, 39 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Tecumseh: 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 8° N, the direction of KETV (ABC), 66 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 9 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 Tecumseh, NE?
ABC is on channel 7 from KETV, broadcasting from 66 miles N of Tecumseh. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Tecumseh, NE?
CBS is on channel 3 from KMTV-TV, broadcasting from 66 miles N of Tecumseh. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Tecumseh, NE?
NBC is on channel 4 from KSNB-TV, broadcasting from 60 miles WNW of Tecumseh. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Tecumseh, NE?
Fox is on channel 51 from KFXL-TV, broadcasting from 33 miles NW of Tecumseh. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Tecumseh, NE?
CW is on channel 42.3 from KPTM, broadcasting from 49 miles N of Tecumseh. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Tecumseh?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Tecumseh; around 9 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 Tecumseh?
The main network towers around Tecumseh are in different directions: ABC 8° N (66 mi), CBS 8° N (66 mi), NBC 301° WNW (60 mi) and Fox 319° NW (33 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Tecumseh?
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 67° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Tecumseh?
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 Tecumseh?
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
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- Lincoln39 mi
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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 Tecumseh; signal estimates ignore terrain.