TV channels & antenna towers in Delevan, New York
Delevan has 26 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WKBW-TV (ABC), 12 miles to the NW.
Network channels in Delevan
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWKBW-TVABC | 7 | 12 mi | 325° NW | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| MeTVWBBZ-TVMeTV | 67.3 | 13 mi | 294° WNW | Good | Springville, NY |
| CBSWIVB-TVCBS | 4 | 14 mi | 328° NNW | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| CWWNLOCW | 23 | 14 mi | 328° NNW | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| NBCWGRZNBC | 2 | 16 mi | 345° NNW | Strong | Buffalo, NY |
| IONWPXJ-TVION | 51 | 20 mi | 3° N | Good | Batavia, NY |
| FOXWUTVFox | 29 | 43 mi | 329° NNW | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| FOXWUHFFox | 31 | 64 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| CWWHAM-TVCW | 13.2 | 64 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| NBCWHEC-TVNBC | 10 | 64 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| CBSWROC-TVCBS | 8 | 64 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Delevan
Delevan, New York has a population of about 1,060. 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, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
9 of them are within 25 miles of Delevan, 8 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 9 are more than 45 miles 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.
For the networks, the best local options 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 Delevan
Point your antenna NNW, at about 332°. The main network towers for Delevan sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WKBW-TV, WIVB-TV and WNLO, transmit from the same tower site about 12 miles northwest of Delevan (325° NW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Delevan at fair strength or better, 71% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Delevan, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Delevan
The farthest main network tower for Delevan is WUTV (Fox), 43 miles away with a good 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.
WKBW-TV 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 Delevan
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WBUO-LDLow power | 16 mi | 310° NW | Fair | Buffalo, NY |
| WWHC-LDLow power | 16 mi | 345° NNW | Fair | Olean, NY |
| WVTT-CDClass A | 16 mi | 345° NNW | Fair | Olean, NY |
| WBXZ-LDLow power | 34 mi | 323° NW | Weak | Buffalo, NY |
| WNYBFull power | 39 mi | 260° W | Weak | Jamestown, NY |
| W19ET-DLow power | 43 mi | 108° ESE | Poor | Bath, NY |
| WBNF-CDClass A | 43 mi | 329° NNW | Weak | Buffalo, NY |
| WNYO-TVFull power | 43 mi | 329° NNW | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| WNED-TVFull power | 44 mi | 329° NNW | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| W17ED-DLow power | 44 mi | 68° ENE | Poor | Hornell, Alfred, NY |
| WGCE-CDClass A | 64 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WBGT-CDClass A | 64 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WAWW-LDLow power | 64 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WXXI-TVFull power | 64 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
| WNIB-LDLow power | 68 mi | 38° NE | Poor | Rochester, NY |
How Delevan compares with the rest of New York
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Delevan ranks 882nd of 1,012 places in New York: fewer than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 12 miles away, against a state median of 22 miles.
42% of New York's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is West Seneca, 30 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Delevan: 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 329° NNW, the direction of WUTV (Fox), 43 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 12 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 Delevan, NY?
ABC is on channel 7 from WKBW-TV, broadcasting from 12 miles NW of Delevan. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Delevan, NY?
CBS is on channel 4 from WIVB-TV, broadcasting from 14 miles NNW of Delevan. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Delevan, NY?
NBC is on channel 2 from WGRZ, broadcasting from 16 miles NNW of Delevan. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Delevan, NY?
Fox is on channel 29 from WUTV, broadcasting from 43 miles NNW of Delevan. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Delevan, NY?
CW is on channel 23 from WNLO, broadcasting from 14 miles NNW of Delevan. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Delevan?
26 transmitters within 70 miles of Delevan; around 12 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 Delevan?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 332°. The main network towers for Delevan sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Delevan?
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 Delevan?
WKBW-TV 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 Delevan?
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 York · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Delevan; signal estimates ignore terrain.