TV channels & antenna towers in Pomona, New York
Pomona has 58 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 28 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WEPT-CD, 16 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Pomona
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVWJLPMeTV | 33.1 | 29 mi | 174° S | Fair | Middletown Township, NJ |
| IONWPXU-LDION | 35 | 29 mi | 172° S | Weak | Amityville, NY |
| ABCWABC-TVABC | 7 | 29 mi | 174° S | Fair | New York, NY |
| CWWPIXCW | 11 | 29 mi | 174° S | Fair | New York, NY |
| UNIWXTV-DTUnivision | 41 | 29 mi | 174° S | Good | Paterson, NJ |
| CBSWCBS-TVCBS | 2 | 31 mi | 177° S | Good | New York, NY |
| FOXWNYWFox | 5 | 31 mi | 177° S | Good | New York, NY |
| NBCWNBCNBC | 4 | 31 mi | 177° S | Good | New York, NY |
| TLMWNJUTelemundo | 47 | 31 mi | 177° S | Good | Linden, NJ |
| IONWPXN-TVION | 31 | 31 mi | 177° S | Good | New York, NY |
| ABCWTNHABC | 8 | 59 mi | 72° ENE | Weak | New Haven, CT |
Over-the-air TV in Pomona
Pomona, New York has a population of about 3,100. Our map shows 58 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 23 full-power, 5 Class A, 25 low-power and 5 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 28 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 49 between 25 and 45 miles, and 8 farther 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.
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). 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 Pomona
Point your antenna S, at about 176°. The main network towers for Pomona 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 31 miles south of Pomona (177° S). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Pomona at fair strength or better, all arrive from the south, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Pomona, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Pomona
The farthest main network tower for Pomona is WNYW (Fox), 31 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic 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 Pomona
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 47; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WEPT-CDClass A | 16 mi | 156° SSE | Fair | Peekskill, NY |
| W23EX-DTranslator | 26 mi | 267° W | Fair | Sussex, NJ |
| WPXO-LDLow power | 27 mi | 203° SSW | Weak | East Orange, NJ |
| W09CZ-DLow power | 28 mi | 171° S | Weak | Roslyn, NY |
| W05DJ-DLow power | 28 mi | 203° SSW | Weak | New York, NY |
| W25FA-DLow power | 28 mi | 203° SSW | Poor | New York, NY |
| WNYE-TVFull power | 29 mi | 174° S | Good | New York, NY |
| WNYK-LDLow power | 29 mi | 172° S | Weak | Teaneck, NJ |
| WNMF-LDLow power | 29 mi | 172° S | Weak | New York, NY |
| WHTV-LDLow power | 29 mi | 172° S | Fair | New York, NY |
| WNYD-LDLow power | 29 mi | 172° S | Weak | New York, NY |
| W02CY-DLow power | 29 mi | 172° S | Weak | New York, NY |
| WXNY-LDLow power | 29 mi | 174° S | Weak | New York, NY |
| WDYJ-LDLow power | 29 mi | 174° S | Fair | New York, NY |
| WFUT-DTFull power | 29 mi | 174° S | Good | Newark, NJ |
| WTBY-TVFull power | 29 mi | 174° S | Fair | Jersey City, NJ |
| WDYA-LDLow power | 29 mi | 174° S | Fair | New York, NY |
| WDVB-CDClass A | 29 mi | 174° S | Fair | Edison, NJ |
| WNYZ-LDLow power | 29 mi | 170° S | Weak | New York, NY |
| WMBQ-CDClass A | 31 mi | 177° S | Poor | New York, NY |
| WNETFull power | 31 mi | 177° S | Fair | Newark, NJ |
| WNWT-LDLow power | 31 mi | 177° S | Fair | New York, NY |
| WLIWFull power | 31 mi | 177° S | Fair | Garden City, NY |
| WMBC-TVFull power | 31 mi | 177° S | Good | Newton, NJ |
| WKOB-LDLow power | 31 mi | 177° S | Weak | New York, NY |
How Pomona compares with the rest of New York
With 28 stations at fair strength or better, Pomona ranks 437th of 1,012 places in New York: more than the typical New York town (23). Its nearest major network tower is 29 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 New City, 3.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Pomona: 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 177° S, the direction of WNYW (Fox), 31 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 28 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 Pomona, NY?
ABC is on channel 7 from WABC-TV, broadcasting from 29 miles S of Pomona. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Pomona, NY?
CBS is on channel 2 from WCBS-TV, broadcasting from 31 miles S of Pomona. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Pomona, NY?
NBC is on channel 4 from WNBC, broadcasting from 31 miles S of Pomona. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Pomona, NY?
Fox is on channel 5 from WNYW, broadcasting from 31 miles S of Pomona. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Pomona, NY?
CW is on channel 11 from WPIX, broadcasting from 29 miles S of Pomona. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Pomona?
58 transmitters within 70 miles of Pomona; around 28 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 Pomona?
Point your antenna S, at about 176°. The main network towers for Pomona sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Pomona?
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 Pomona?
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 Pomona?
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 Pomona; signal estimates ignore terrain.