TV channels & antenna towers in South Hooksett, New Hampshire

South Hooksett has 36 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 25 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WMUR-TV (ABC), 8.3 miles to the WSW.

36TV transmitters within 70 miles
8networks over the air
8.3 mito the closest tower
5,418population

Network channels in South Hooksett

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
ABCWMUR-TVABC9 8.3 mi249° WSW GoodManchester, NH
IONWPXG-TVION21 12 mi28° NNE GoodConcord, NH
IONWBPX-TVION68 44 mi184° S FairBoston, MA
UNIWUNIUnivision66 44 mi184° S GoodMarlborough, MA
NBCWBTS-CDNBC15 51 mi168° SSE FairNashua, NH
CBSWBZ-TVCBS4 51 mi168° SSE GoodBoston, MA
TLMWNEUTelemundo60 51 mi168° SSE GoodMerrimack, NH
ABCWCVB-TVABC5 51 mi168° SSE GoodBoston, MA
CWWLVICW56 51 mi167° SSE GoodCambridge, MA
FOXWFXTFox25 51 mi167° SSE GoodBoston, MA
IONWIPLION35 66 mi31° NNE WeakLewiston, ME
CWWPXTCW51 66 mi31° NNE GoodPortland, ME
ABCWMTWABC8 66 mi31° NNE FairPoland Spring, ME
NBCWCSHNBC6 68 mi32° NNE GoodPortland, ME

Over-the-air TV in South Hooksett

South Hooksett, New Hampshire has a population of about 5,420. There are 36 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 24 full-power, 2 Class A, 9 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 25 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 16 at good or strong strength.

4 of them are within 25 miles of South Hooksett, 7 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 25 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 14 network stations in range are licensed to Boston, MA, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Boston's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 5 (WCVB-TV), CBS on channel 4 (WBZ-TV), NBC on channel 6 (WCSH), Fox on channel 25 (WFXT), CW on channel 56 (WLVI), ION on channel 21 (WPXG-TV), Telemundo on channel 60 (WNEU) and Univision on channel 66 (WUNI). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 11 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 South Hooksett

The main network towers around South Hooksett are in different directions: ABC 168° SSE (51 mi), CBS 168° SSE (51 mi), NBC 32° NNE (68 mi) and Fox 167° SSE (51 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Two network stations, WBPX-TV and WUNI, transmit from the same tower site about 44 miles south of South Hooksett (184° S). That one direction covers every station on the site.

Of the 13 full-power and Class A network signals that reach South Hooksett at fair strength or better, 62% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across two other directions.

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

Antenna and amplifier advice for South Hooksett

The farthest main network tower for South Hooksett is WCSH (NBC), 68 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 South Hooksett

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

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WYDNFull power12 mi 28° NNEGoodLowell, MA
WENH-TVFull power15 mi 48° NEGoodDurham, NH
WJCB-LDLow power28 mi 239° WSWWeakWindsor, VT
WLEK-LDLow power41 mi 146° SEPoorConcord, NH
WMEA-TVFull power42 mi 49° NEFairBiddeford, ME
WDPX-TVFull power44 mi 184° SFairWoburn, MA
WWJE-DTFull power44 mi 184° SGoodDerry, NH
WEKW-TVFull power47 mi 271° WFairKeene, NH
WWOO-LDLow power50 mi 157° SSEPoorWestmoreland, NH
WHDT-LDLow power50 mi 159° SSEPoorBoston, MA
WCEA-LDLow power50 mi 159° SSEPoorBoston, MA
WYCU-LDLow power50 mi 301° WNWPoorCharlestown, Etc., NH
WUTF-TVFull power51 mi 168° SSEGoodWorcester, MA
WGBX-TVFull power51 mi 168° SSEGoodBoston, MA
WSBK-TVFull power51 mi 168° SSEFairBoston, MA
WHDHFull power51 mi 167° SSEGoodBoston, MA
W26EU-DTranslator51 mi 168° SSEPoorBoston, MA
WFXZ-CDClass A51 mi 167° SSEFairBoston, MA
WGBH-TVFull power51 mi 167° SSEFairBoston, MA
WVCC-LDLow power51 mi 167° SSEPoorWestmoreland, NH
WCRN-LDLow power57 mi 160° SSEPoorBoston, MA
W36FE-DLow power59 mi 323° NWPoorHanover, NH

How South Hooksett compares with the rest of New Hampshire

With 25 stations at fair strength or better, South Hooksett ranks 5th of 178 places in New Hampshire: more than the typical New Hampshire town (16). Its nearest major network tower is 8.3 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. The nearest larger city is Manchester, 2.3 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in South Hooksett: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 32° NNE, the direction of WCSH (NBC), 68 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 25 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in South Hooksett, NH?

ABC is on channel 5 from WCVB-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles SSE of South Hooksett. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CBS in South Hooksett, NH?

CBS is on channel 4 from WBZ-TV, broadcasting from 51 miles SSE of South Hooksett. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is NBC in South Hooksett, NH?

NBC is on channel 6 from WCSH, broadcasting from 68 miles NNE of South Hooksett. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in South Hooksett, NH?

Fox is on channel 25 from WFXT, broadcasting from 51 miles SSE of South Hooksett. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in South Hooksett, NH?

CW is on channel 56 from WLVI, broadcasting from 51 miles SSE of South Hooksett. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in South Hooksett?

36 transmitters within 70 miles of South Hooksett; around 25 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 South Hooksett?

The main network towers around South Hooksett are in different directions: ABC 168° SSE (51 mi), CBS 168° SSE (51 mi), NBC 32° NNE (68 mi) and Fox 167° SSE (51 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in South Hooksett?

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 136° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in South Hooksett?

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 South Hooksett?

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 New Hampshire · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of South Hooksett; signal estimates ignore terrain.