TV channels & antenna towers in Jefferson, New Hampshire
Jefferson has 18 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WLED-TV, 14 miles to the WSW.
Network channels in Jefferson
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWIPLION | 35 | 53 mi | 138° SE | Weak | Lewiston, ME |
| CWWPXTCW | 51 | 53 mi | 138° SE | Good | Portland, ME |
| ABCWMTWABC | 8 | 53 mi | 138° SE | Fair | Poland Spring, ME |
| NBCWCSHNBC | 6 | 54 mi | 135° SE | Good | Portland, ME |
| FOXWGME-TVFox | 13.2 | 60 mi | 125° SE | Good | Portland, ME |
| FOXWFFF-TVFox | 44 | 67 mi | 277° W | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| ABCWVNYABC | 22 | 67 mi | 277° W | Weak | Burlington, VT |
| CBSWCAX-TVCBS | 3 | 67 mi | 277° W | Good | Burlington, VT |
| NBCWPTZNBC | 5 | 67 mi | 277° W | Good | Plattsburgh, NY |
| CWWNNECW | 31 | 67 mi | 277° W | Good | Montpelier, VT |
Over-the-air TV in Jefferson
Jefferson, New Hampshire has a population of about 1,070. There are 18 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 14 full-power, 1 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Jefferson, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 14 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Portland, ME, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Portland's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 8 (WMTW), CBS on channel 3 (WCAX-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WCSH), Fox on channel 13.2 (WGME-TV), CW on channel 51 (WPXT) and ION on channel 35 (WIPL). 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 Jefferson
The main network towers around Jefferson are in different directions: ABC 138° SE (53 mi), CBS 277° W (67 mi), NBC 135° SE (54 mi) and Fox 125° SE (60 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Five network stations, WFFF-TV, WVNY, WCAX-TV, WPTZ and WNNE, transmit from the same tower site about 67 miles west of Jefferson (277° W). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Jefferson at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Jefferson, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Jefferson
The farthest main network tower for Jefferson is WCAX-TV (CBS), 67 miles away with a good 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 Jefferson
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WLED-TVFull power | 14 mi | 251° WSW | Good | Littleton, NH |
| WVTBFull power | 23 mi | 297° WNW | Good | St. Johnsbury, VT |
| W04BS-DTranslator | 34 mi | 89° E | Poor | Bethel, ME |
| W34DQ-DTranslator | 37 mi | 10° N | Weak | Pittsburgh, NH |
| W03AM-DTranslator | 45 mi | 119° ESE | Poor | Harrison, ME |
| WPFOFull power | 60 mi | 125° SE | Good | Waterville, ME |
| W36FE-DLow power | 60 mi | 215° SW | Poor | Hanover, NH |
| WETKFull power | 66 mi | 277° W | Fair | Burlington, VT |
How Jefferson compares with the rest of New Hampshire
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Jefferson ranks 111th of 178 places in New Hampshire: fewer than the typical New Hampshire town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 53 miles away, against a state median of 24 miles.
69% of New Hampshire's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Jefferson: 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 277° W, the direction of WCAX-TV (CBS), 67 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 12 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 Jefferson, NH?
ABC is on channel 8 from WMTW, broadcasting from 53 miles SE of Jefferson. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Jefferson, NH?
CBS is on channel 3 from WCAX-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles W of Jefferson. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Jefferson, NH?
NBC is on channel 6 from WCSH, broadcasting from 54 miles SE of Jefferson. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Jefferson, NH?
Fox is on channel 13.2 from WGME-TV, broadcasting from 60 miles SE of Jefferson. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Jefferson, NH?
CW is on channel 51 from WPXT, broadcasting from 53 miles SE of Jefferson. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Jefferson?
18 transmitters within 70 miles of Jefferson; around 12 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 Jefferson?
The main network towers around Jefferson are in different directions: ABC 138° SE (53 mi), CBS 277° W (67 mi), NBC 135° SE (54 mi) and Fox 125° SE (60 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Jefferson?
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 152° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Jefferson?
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 Jefferson?
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 New Hampshire cities
- Lancaster6.7 mi
- Whitefield7.4 mi
- Northumberland11 mi
- Groveton13 mi
- Berlin15 mi
- Deerfield15 mi
- Littleton17 mi
- North Conway31 mi
- Colebrook33 mi
- Thornton38 mi
- Haverhill39 mi
- Tamworth40 mi
- Moultonborough46 mi
- Plymouth47 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Lunenburg, VT11 mi
- Guildhall, VT11 mi
- Saint Johnsbury, VT27 mi
- St Johnsbury, VT27 mi
- Lyndon, VT27 mi
- Bethel, ME34 mi
- Hardwick, VT44 mi
- Harrison, ME45 mi
- Rumford, ME46 mi
- Paris, ME49 mi
More: all TV stations in New Hampshire · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Jefferson; signal estimates ignore terrain.