TV channels & antenna towers in Clarence, New York
Clarence has 26 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 14 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WPXJ-TV (ION), 15 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Clarence
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWPXJ-TVION | 51 | 15 mi | 153° SSE | Strong | Batavia, NY |
| FOXWUTVFox | 29 | 17 mi | 281° WNW | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| NBCWGRZNBC | 2 | 18 mi | 175° S | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| CBSWIVB-TVCBS | 4 | 22 mi | 184° S | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| CWWNLOCW | 23 | 22 mi | 184° S | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| ABCWKBW-TVABC | 7 | 23 mi | 183° S | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| MeTVWBBZ-TVMeTV | 67.3 | 29 mi | 193° SSW | Fair | Springville, NY |
| FOXWUHFFox | 31 | 52 mi | 78° ENE | Weak | Rochester, NY |
| CWWHAM-TVCW | 13.2 | 52 mi | 78° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| NBCWHEC-TVNBC | 10 | 52 mi | 77° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| CBSWROC-TVCBS | 8 | 52 mi | 77° ENE | Weak | Rochester, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Clarence
Clarence is a town of about 2,650 people in New York. There are 26 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 15 full-power, 4 Class A and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 14 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 13 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 12 farther out. Five of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Buffalo, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Buffalo's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7 (WKBW-TV), CBS on channel 4 (WIVB-TV), NBC on channel 2 (WGRZ), Fox on channel 29 (WUTV), CW on channel 23 (WNLO), ION on channel 51 (WPXJ-TV) and MeTV on channel 67.3 (WBBZ-TV). 4 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 Clarence
The main network towers around Clarence are in different directions: ABC 183° S (23 mi), CBS 184° S (22 mi), NBC 175° S (18 mi) and Fox 281° WNW (17 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, WIVB-TV, WNLO and WKBW-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 22 miles south of Clarence (184° S). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Clarence at fair strength or better, 71% 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 Clarence, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Clarence
The farthest main network tower for Clarence is WKBW-TV (ABC), 23 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Clarence
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WBXZ-LDLow power | 16 mi | 245° WSW | Fair | Buffalo, NY |
| WNED-TVFull power | 17 mi | 283° WNW | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| WBNF-CDClass A | 17 mi | 281° WNW | Fair | Buffalo, NY |
| WNYO-TVFull power | 17 mi | 281° WNW | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| WWHC-LDLow power | 18 mi | 175° S | Fair | Olean, NY |
| WVTT-CDClass A | 18 mi | 175° S | Fair | Olean, NY |
| WBUO-LDLow power | 24 mi | 195° SSW | Fair | Buffalo, NY |
| W17ED-DLow power | 50 mi | 110° ESE | Poor | Hornell, Alfred, NY |
| WNIB-LDLow power | 51 mi | 67° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WNYBFull power | 52 mi | 219° SW | Weak | Jamestown, NY |
| WGCE-CDClass A | 52 mi | 78° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WBGT-CDClass A | 52 mi | 77° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WAWW-LDLow power | 52 mi | 77° ENE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WXXI-TVFull power | 52 mi | 78° ENE | Weak | Rochester, NY |
| W19ET-DLow power | 66 mi | 135° SE | Poor | Bath, NY |
How Clarence compares with the rest of New York
With 14 stations at fair strength or better, Clarence ranks 797th of 1,012 places in New York: fewer than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 15 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 Cheektowaga, 9.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Clarence: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 183° S, the direction of WKBW-TV (ABC), 23 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 14 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 Clarence, NY?
ABC is on channel 7 from WKBW-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles S of Clarence. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Clarence, NY?
CBS is on channel 4 from WIVB-TV, broadcasting from 22 miles S of Clarence. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Clarence, NY?
NBC is on channel 2 from WGRZ, broadcasting from 18 miles S of Clarence. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Clarence, NY?
Fox is on channel 29 from WUTV, broadcasting from 17 miles WNW of Clarence. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Clarence, NY?
CW is on channel 23 from WNLO, broadcasting from 22 miles S of Clarence. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Clarence?
26 transmitters within 70 miles of Clarence; around 14 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 Clarence?
The main network towers around Clarence are in different directions: ABC 183° S (23 mi), CBS 184° S (22 mi), NBC 175° S (18 mi) and Fox 281° WNW (17 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Clarence?
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 Clarence?
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 Clarence?
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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- Lancaster6.6 mi
- Depew7.1 mi
- Williamsville7.4 mi
- Cheektowaga9.7 mi
- Amherst11 mi
- Eggertsville11 mi
- South Lockport13 mi
- West Seneca14 mi
- Kenmore14 mi
- Lockport14 mi
- North Tonawanda14 mi
- East Aurora14 mi
- Tonawanda15 mi
- Lackawanna16 mi
- Buffalo16 mi
- Attica18 mi
- Grand Island19 mi
- Medina20 mi
- Batavia20 mi
- Hamburg22 mi
- Holland23 mi
- Niagara Falls25 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 Clarence; signal estimates ignore terrain.