TV channels & antenna towers in Bellaire, New York
Bellaire has 54 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 39 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WNYZ-LD, 10 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Bellaire
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWPXU-LDION | 35 | 11 mi | 283° WNW | Fair | Amityville, NY |
| ABCWABC-TVABC | 7 | 12 mi | 281° W | Good | New York, NY |
| CWWPIXCW | 11 | 12 mi | 281° W | Good | New York, NY |
| UNIWXTV-DTUnivision | 41 | 12 mi | 281° W | Strong | Paterson, NJ |
| MeTVWJLPMeTV | 33.1 | 13 mi | 284° WNW | Good | Middletown Township, NJ |
| CBSWCBS-TVCBS | 2 | 14 mi | 270° W | Strong | New York, NY |
| FOXWNYWFox | 5 | 14 mi | 270° W | Good | New York, NY |
| NBCWNBCNBC | 4 | 14 mi | 270° W | Strong | New York, NY |
| TLMWNJUTelemundo | 47 | 14 mi | 270° W | Strong | Linden, NJ |
| IONWPXN-TVION | 31 | 14 mi | 270° W | Good | New York, NY |
| ABCWTNHABC | 8 | 64 mi | 40° NE | Poor | New Haven, CT |
Over-the-air TV in Bellaire
Bellaire, New York has a population of about 5,610. Our map shows 54 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 23 full-power, 5 Class A, 23 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 39 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 23 at good or strong strength.
39 of them are within 25 miles of Bellaire, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 9 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to New York, so most of the network channels you will find here come from New York's stations.
The strongest network signals here 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 (strong signal) and Univision (strong signal). 13 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 Bellaire
Point your antenna W, at about 273°. The main network towers for Bellaire 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 14 miles west of Bellaire (270° W). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Bellaire at fair strength or better, all arrive from the west, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Bellaire, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Bellaire
The farthest main network tower for Bellaire is WNYW (Fox), 14 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WFUT-DT is only 12 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 Bellaire
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 43; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WNYZ-LDLow power | 10 mi | 283° WNW | Fair | New York, NY |
| W09CZ-DLow power | 11 mi | 289° WNW | Fair | Roslyn, NY |
| WNYK-LDLow power | 11 mi | 283° WNW | Fair | Teaneck, NJ |
| WNMF-LDLow power | 11 mi | 283° WNW | Fair | New York, NY |
| WHTV-LDLow power | 11 mi | 283° WNW | Good | New York, NY |
| WNYD-LDLow power | 11 mi | 283° WNW | Fair | New York, NY |
| W02CY-DLow power | 11 mi | 283° WNW | Weak | New York, NY |
| WXNY-LDLow power | 12 mi | 281° W | Fair | New York, NY |
| WDYJ-LDLow power | 12 mi | 281° W | Good | New York, NY |
| WFUT-DTFull power | 12 mi | 281° W | Strong | Newark, NJ |
| WTBY-TVFull power | 12 mi | 281° W | Good | Jersey City, NJ |
| WDYA-LDLow power | 12 mi | 281° W | Good | New York, NY |
| WDVB-CDClass A | 12 mi | 281° W | Good | Edison, NJ |
| WNYE-TVFull power | 13 mi | 284° WNW | Good | New York, NY |
| WMBQ-CDClass A | 14 mi | 270° W | Poor | New York, NY |
| WNETFull power | 14 mi | 270° W | Fair | Newark, NJ |
| WNWT-LDLow power | 14 mi | 270° W | Good | New York, NY |
| WLIWFull power | 14 mi | 270° W | Good | Garden City, NY |
| WMBC-TVFull power | 14 mi | 270° W | Good | Newton, NJ |
| WKOB-LDLow power | 14 mi | 270° W | Fair | New York, NY |
| WNDT-CDClass A | 14 mi | 270° W | Fair | Manhattan, NY |
| WRNN-TVFull power | 14 mi | 270° W | Good | New Rochelle, NY |
| WWOR-TVFull power | 14 mi | 270° W | Good | Secaucus, NJ |
| WASA-LDLow power | 14 mi | 270° W | Fair | Port Jervis, NY |
| WNYN-LDLow power | 14 mi | 230° SW | Fair | New York, NY |
How Bellaire compares with the rest of New York
With 39 stations at fair strength or better, Bellaire ranks 164th of 1,012 places in New York: more than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 11 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.
34% of New York's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Hollis, 0.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Bellaire: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 270° W, the direction of WNYW (Fox), 14 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 39 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 Bellaire, NY?
ABC is on channel 7 from WABC-TV, broadcasting from 12 miles W of Bellaire. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Bellaire, NY?
CBS is on channel 2 from WCBS-TV, broadcasting from 14 miles W of Bellaire. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Bellaire, NY?
NBC is on channel 4 from WNBC, broadcasting from 14 miles W of Bellaire. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Bellaire, NY?
Fox is on channel 5 from WNYW, broadcasting from 14 miles W of Bellaire. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Bellaire, NY?
CW is on channel 11 from WPIX, broadcasting from 12 miles W of Bellaire. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Bellaire?
54 transmitters within 70 miles of Bellaire; around 39 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Bellaire?
Point your antenna W, at about 273°. The main network towers for Bellaire sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Bellaire?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Bellaire?
WFUT-DT is only 12 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 Bellaire?
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 York cities
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- Terrace Heights1.0 mi
- Queens Village1.1 mi
- Cambria Heights1.6 mi
- Hillside1.8 mi
- Elmont2.3 mi
- Fresh Meadows2.5 mi
- Floral Park2.7 mi
- Laurelton3.1 mi
- Jamaica3.1 mi
- Glen Oaks3.2 mi
- Briarwood3.2 mi
- North Valley Stream3.4 mi
- Springfield Gardens3.5 mi
- Little Neck3.6 mi
- Rosedale3.7 mi
- New Hyde Park3.8 mi
- North New Hyde Park3.8 mi
- Kew Gardens Hills3.8 mi
- Douglaston3.8 mi
- Bayside4.0 mi
- Kew Gardens4.0 mi
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- Richmond Hill4.2 mi
More: all TV stations in New York · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Bellaire; signal estimates ignore terrain.