TV channels & antenna towers in Whitesboro, New Jersey
Whitesboro has 18 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, 7.7 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Whitesboro
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMWSJZ-LDTelemundo | 42.3 | 33 mi | 215° SW | Weak | Salisbury, MD |
| PBSWDPBPBS | 64 | 48 mi | 237° WSW | Fair | Seaford, DE |
| FOXWBOC-TVFox | 21.2 | 56 mi | 229° SW | Fair | Salisbury, MD |
| NBCWRDE-LDNBC | 31 | 56 mi | 229° SW | Poor | Salisbury, MD |
| FOXWBOC-LDFox | 21.2 | 56 mi | 229° SW | Poor | Cambridge, MD |
| CWWMDTCW | 47.2 | 60 mi | 232° SW | Fair | Salisbury, MD |
Over-the-air TV in Whitesboro
Whitesboro, New Jersey has a population of about 2,210. Our map shows 18 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 10 full-power and 8 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 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.
For the networks, the best local options 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, 72 miles to the north. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KYW-TV in Philadelphia, PA, 72 miles to the north. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (weak 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 Whitesboro
Point your antenna SW, at about 233°. The main network towers for Whitesboro 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 Whitesboro 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 Whitesboro. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Whitesboro
The farthest main network tower for Whitesboro is WBOC-TV (Fox), 56 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.
WGTW-TV is only 7.7 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Whitesboro
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 | 7.7 mi | 40° NE | Strong | Millville, NJ |
| WMGM-TVFull power | 7.7 mi | 40° NE | Strong | Wildwood, NJ |
| W24ET-DLow power | 36 mi | 9° N | Weak | Atlantic City, NJ |
| WNJTFull power | 48 mi | 1° N | Good | Trenton, NJ |
| WNJSFull power | 48 mi | 1° N | Good | Camden, NJ |
| WZPA-LDLow power | 48 mi | 1° N | Poor | Philadelphia, PA |
| WACPFull power | 48 mi | 1° N | Fair | Atlantic City, NJ |
| WCPBFull power | 60 mi | 222° SW | Poor | Salisbury, MD |
| WOWZ-LDLow power | 60 mi | 232° SW | Poor | Salisbury, MD |
| WGDV-LDLow power | 60 mi | 232° SW | Poor | Salisbury, MD |
| WMDEFull power | 67 mi | 265° W | Poor | Dover, DE |
| W13DW-DLow power | 67 mi | 265° W | Poor | Annapolis, MD |
How Whitesboro compares with the rest of New Jersey
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Whitesboro ranks 526th of 537 places in New Jersey: fewer than the typical New Jersey town (37). Its nearest major network tower is 33 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, 27 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Whitesboro: 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 229° SW, the direction of WBOC-TV (Fox), 56 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 Whitesboro, NJ?
NBC is on channel 31 from WRDE-LD, broadcasting from 56 miles SW of Whitesboro. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in Whitesboro, NJ?
Fox is on channel 21.2 from WBOC-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles SW of Whitesboro. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is PBS in Whitesboro, NJ?
PBS is on channel 64 from WDPB, broadcasting from 48 miles WSW of Whitesboro. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Whitesboro, NJ?
CW is on channel 47.2 from WMDT, broadcasting from 60 miles SW of Whitesboro. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Telemundo in Whitesboro, NJ?
Telemundo is on channel 42.3 from WSJZ-LD, broadcasting from 33 miles SW of Whitesboro. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Whitesboro?
18 transmitters within 70 miles of Whitesboro; 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 Whitesboro?
Point your antenna SW, at about 233°. The main network towers for Whitesboro sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Whitesboro?
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 Whitesboro?
WGTW-TV is only 7.7 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Whitesboro?
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 Jersey · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Whitesboro; signal estimates ignore terrain.