TV channels & antenna towers in Sea Bright, New Jersey
Sea Bright has 56 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 29 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WNYN-LD, 16 miles to the N.
Network channels in Sea Bright
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWCBS-TVCBS | 2 | 24 mi | 355° N | Good | New York, NY |
| FOXWNYWFox | 5 | 24 mi | 355° N | Good | New York, NY |
| NBCWNBCNBC | 4 | 24 mi | 355° N | Good | New York, NY |
| TLMWNJUTelemundo | 47 | 24 mi | 355° N | Good | Linden, NJ |
| IONWPXN-TVION | 31 | 24 mi | 355° N | Good | New York, NY |
| ABCWABC-TVABC | 7 | 27 mi | 359° N | Fair | New York, NY |
| CWWPIXCW | 11 | 27 mi | 359° N | Fair | New York, NY |
| UNIWXTV-DTUnivision | 41 | 27 mi | 359° N | Good | Paterson, NJ |
| IONWPXU-LDION | 35 | 27 mi | 1° N | Weak | Amityville, NY |
| MeTVWJLPMeTV | 33.1 | 27 mi | 359° N | Fair | Middletown Township, NJ |
Over-the-air TV in Sea Bright
Sea Bright, New Jersey has a population of about 1,340. There are 56 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 24 full-power, 4 Class A, 25 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 29 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 12 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 17 transmitters are within 25 miles, 28 between 25 and 45 miles, and 11 farther out. Six of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to New York, NY, so most of the network channels you will find here come from New York's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 7 (WABC-TV), CBS on channel 2 (WCBS-TV), NBC on channel 4 (WNBC), Fox on channel 5 (WNYW), CW on channel 11 (WPIX), ION on channel 31 (WPXN-TV), Telemundo on channel 47 (WNJU), Univision on channel 41 (WXTV-DT) and MeTV on channel 33.1 (WJLP). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 15 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 Sea Bright
Point your antenna N, at about 356°. The main network towers for Sea Bright sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, WCBS-TV, WNYW, WNBC, WNJU and WPXN-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 24 miles north of Sea Bright (355° N). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Sea Bright at fair strength or better, all arrive from the north, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Sea Bright, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Sea Bright
The farthest main network tower for Sea Bright is WABC-TV (ABC), 27 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near Sea Bright
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 46; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WNYN-LDLow power | 16 mi | 4° N | Fair | New York, NY |
| WNJJ-LDLow power | 16 mi | 4° N | Fair | New York, NY |
| WMBQ-CDClass A | 24 mi | 355° N | Poor | New York, NY |
| WNETFull power | 24 mi | 355° N | Fair | Newark, NJ |
| WNWT-LDLow power | 24 mi | 355° N | Fair | New York, NY |
| WLIWFull power | 24 mi | 355° N | Good | Garden City, NY |
| WMBC-TVFull power | 24 mi | 355° N | Good | Newton, NJ |
| WKOB-LDLow power | 24 mi | 355° N | Weak | New York, NY |
| WNDT-CDClass A | 24 mi | 355° N | Fair | Manhattan, NY |
| WRNN-TVFull power | 24 mi | 355° N | Good | New Rochelle, NY |
| WWOR-TVFull power | 24 mi | 355° N | Good | Secaucus, NJ |
| WASA-LDLow power | 24 mi | 355° N | Weak | Port Jervis, NY |
| WNYZ-LDLow power | 27 mi | 3° N | Weak | New York, NY |
| WXNY-LDLow power | 27 mi | 359° N | Weak | New York, NY |
| WDYJ-LDLow power | 27 mi | 359° N | Fair | New York, NY |
| WFUT-DTFull power | 27 mi | 359° N | Good | Newark, NJ |
| WTBY-TVFull power | 27 mi | 359° N | Fair | Jersey City, NJ |
| WDYA-LDLow power | 27 mi | 359° N | Fair | New York, NY |
| WDVB-CDClass A | 27 mi | 359° N | Fair | Edison, NJ |
| WNYK-LDLow power | 27 mi | 1° N | Fair | Teaneck, NJ |
| WNMF-LDLow power | 27 mi | 1° N | Fair | New York, NY |
| WHTV-LDLow power | 27 mi | 1° N | Fair | New York, NY |
| WNYD-LDLow power | 27 mi | 1° N | Weak | New York, NY |
| W02CY-DLow power | 27 mi | 1° N | Weak | New York, NY |
| WNYE-TVFull power | 27 mi | 359° N | Good | New York, NY |
How Sea Bright compares with the rest of New Jersey
With 29 stations at fair strength or better, Sea Bright ranks 420th of 537 places in New Jersey: fewer than the typical New Jersey town (37). Its nearest major network tower is 24 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
50% of New Jersey's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Long Branch, 4.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Sea Bright: step by step
- Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
- Point it toward 359° N, the direction of WABC-TV (ABC), 27 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 29 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 Sea Bright, NJ?
ABC is on channel 7 from WABC-TV, broadcasting from 27 miles N of Sea Bright. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Sea Bright, NJ?
CBS is on channel 2 from WCBS-TV, broadcasting from 24 miles N of Sea Bright. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Sea Bright, NJ?
NBC is on channel 4 from WNBC, broadcasting from 24 miles N of Sea Bright. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Sea Bright, NJ?
Fox is on channel 5 from WNYW, broadcasting from 24 miles N of Sea Bright. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Sea Bright, NJ?
CW is on channel 11 from WPIX, broadcasting from 27 miles N of Sea Bright. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Sea Bright?
56 transmitters within 70 miles of Sea Bright; around 29 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic 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 Sea Bright?
Point your antenna N, at about 356°. The main network towers for Sea Bright sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Sea Bright?
Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Sea Bright?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Sea Bright?
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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- Long Branch4.1 mi
- Little Silver4.2 mi
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- West Long Branch5.4 mi
- Eatontown6.1 mi
- Tinton Falls7.7 mi
- Lincroft8.0 mi
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More: all TV stations in New Jersey · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Sea Bright; signal estimates ignore terrain.