TV channels & antenna towers in Erma, New Jersey

Erma has 19 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying NBC, Fox, PBS, CW and Telemundo. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WGTW-TV, 12 miles to the NE.

Open Erma in the live finder

19TV transmitters within 70 miles

5networks over the air

12 mito the closest tower

2,134population

Network channels in Erma

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
TLMWSJZ-LDTelemundo	42.3	29 mi	216° SW	Fair	Salisbury, MD
PBSWDPBPBS	64	45 mi	239° WSW	Fair	Seaford, DE
FOXWBOC-TVFox	21.2	52 mi	230° SW	Good	Salisbury, MD
NBCWRDE-LDNBC	31	52 mi	230° SW	Poor	Salisbury, MD
FOXWBOC-LDFox	21.2	52 mi	230° SW	Poor	Cambridge, MD
CWWMDTCW	47.2	56 mi	233° SW	Fair	Salisbury, MD

Over-the-air TV in Erma

Erma, New Jersey has a population of about 2,130. There are 19 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 10 full-power and 9 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 14 farther out. Four of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Salisbury, MD, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Salisbury's stations.

The strongest network signals here are NBC on channel 31 (WRDE-LD), Fox on channel 21.2 (WBOC-TV), PBS on channel 64 (WDPB), CW on channel 47.2 (WMDT) and Telemundo on channel 42.3 (WSJZ-LD). No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WPVI-TV in Philadelphia, PA, 75 miles to the north. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KYW-TV in Philadelphia, PA, 75 miles to the north. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal). 7 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 Erma

Point your antenna SW, at about 235°. The main network towers for Erma 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 Erma at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southwest, so this is an easy place to aim.

WBOC-TV (Fox) and WDPB (PBS) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Erma. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Erma

The farthest main network tower for Erma is WBOC-TV (Fox), 52 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.

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 Erma

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
WGTW-TVFull power	12 mi	38° NE	Good	Millville, NJ
WMGM-TVFull power	12 mi	38° NE	Good	Wildwood, NJ
W24ET-DLow power	40 mi	12° NNE	Poor	Atlantic City, NJ
WNJTFull power	51 mi	3° N	Fair	Trenton, NJ
WNJSFull power	51 mi	3° N	Fair	Camden, NJ
WZPA-LDLow power	52 mi	4° N	Poor	Philadelphia, PA
WACPFull power	52 mi	4° N	Weak	Atlantic City, NJ
WCPBFull power	56 mi	222° SW	Weak	Salisbury, MD
WOWZ-LDLow power	56 mi	233° SW	Poor	Salisbury, MD
WGDV-LDLow power	56 mi	233° SW	Poor	Salisbury, MD
WMDEFull power	64 mi	268° W	Poor	Dover, DE
W13DW-DLow power	64 mi	268° W	Poor	Annapolis, MD
W14DK-DLow power	67 mi	249° WSW	Poor	Dagsboro, DE

How Erma compares with the rest of New Jersey

With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Erma ranks 526th of 537 places in New Jersey: fewer than the typical New Jersey town (37). Its nearest major network tower is 29 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.

17% of New Jersey's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Millville, 30 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Erma: 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 230° SW, the direction of WBOC-TV (Fox), 52 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 8 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 NBC in Erma, NJ?

NBC is on channel 31 from WRDE-LD, broadcasting from 52 miles SW of Erma. Estimated signal: very weak.

What channel is Fox in Erma, NJ?

Fox is on channel 21.2 from WBOC-TV, broadcasting from 52 miles SW of Erma. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is PBS in Erma, NJ?

PBS is on channel 64 from WDPB, broadcasting from 45 miles WSW of Erma. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Erma, NJ?

CW is on channel 47.2 from WMDT, broadcasting from 56 miles SW of Erma. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is Telemundo in Erma, NJ?

Telemundo is on channel 42.3 from WSJZ-LD, broadcasting from 29 miles SW of Erma. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Erma?

19 transmitters within 70 miles of Erma; around 8 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 Erma?

Point your antenna SW, at about 235°. The main network towers for Erma sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Erma?

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 Erma?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Erma?

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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