TV channels & antenna towers in Saint Johnsville, New York
Saint Johnsville has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 16 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WKTV (NBC), 15 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Saint Johnsville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWKTVNBC | 2 | 15 mi | 299° WNW | Strong | Utica, NY |
| CWWFXVCW | 33.2 | 27 mi | 292° WNW | Good | Utica, NY |
| ABCWUTRABC | 20 | 27 mi | 292° WNW | Fair | Utica, NY |
| IONWYPX-TVION | 55 | 43 mi | 126° SE | Good | Amsterdam, NY |
| FOXWXXA-TVFox | 23 | 43 mi | 127° SE | Fair | Albany, NY |
| CWWCWNCW | 45 | 43 mi | 127° SE | Good | Schenectady, NY |
| NBCWNYTNBC | 13 | 43 mi | 127° SE | Good | Albany, NY |
| CBSWRGBCBS | 6 | 43 mi | 127° SE | Good | Schenectady, NY |
| ABCWTENABC | 10 | 43 mi | 127° SE | Good | Albany, NY |
| IONWSPX-TVION | 56 | 68 mi | 267° W | Weak | Syracuse, NY |
| ABCWSYR-TVABC | 9 | 68 mi | 267° W | Weak | Syracuse, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Saint Johnsville
Saint Johnsville, New York has a population of about 1,730. There are 27 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 13 full-power, 4 Class A, 8 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 16 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 17 between 25 and 45 miles, and 7 farther out. Three of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Utica, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Utica's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 10 (WTEN), CBS on channel 6 (WRGB), NBC on channel 2 (WKTV), Fox on channel 23 (WXXA-TV), CW on channel 33.2 (WFXV) and ION on channel 55 (WYPX-TV). 2 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 Saint Johnsville
The main network towers around Saint Johnsville are in different directions: ABC 127° SE (43 mi), CBS 127° SE (43 mi), NBC 299° WNW (15 mi) and Fox 127° SE (43 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Six network stations, WYPX-TV, WXXA-TV, WCWN, WNYT and WRGB and others, transmit from the same tower site about 43 miles southeast of Saint Johnsville (126° SE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Saint Johnsville at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Saint Johnsville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Saint Johnsville
The farthest main network tower for Saint Johnsville is WXXA-TV (Fox), 43 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
WKTV is only 15 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 Saint Johnsville
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W18FE-DTranslator | 16 mi | 79° E | Fair | Gloversville, NY |
| WFNY-CDClass A | 17 mi | 65° ENE | Fair | Gloversville, NY |
| WUCB-LDLow power | 25 mi | 161° SSE | Fair | Cobleskill, NY |
| WVVC-LDLow power | 26 mi | 276° W | Fair | Utica, NY |
| WPNY-LDLow power | 27 mi | 292° WNW | Poor | Utica, Etc., NY |
| W22DO-DTranslator | 27 mi | 292° WNW | Weak | Utica, NY |
| WWDG-CDClass A | 27 mi | 292° WNW | Fair | Utica, NY |
| WYBN-LDLow power | 43 mi | 127° SE | Poor | Cobleskill, NY |
| WZPJ-LDLow power | 43 mi | 126° SE | Poor | Albany, NY |
| WMHTFull power | 43 mi | 127° SE | Good | Schenectady, NY |
| WNYAFull power | 43 mi | 127° SE | Fair | Pittsfield, MA |
| WVBG-LDLow power | 48 mi | 131° SE | Poor | Greenwich, NY |
| WTKO-CDClass A | 50 mi | 276° W | Poor | Oneida, NY |
| WNCE-CDClass A | 51 mi | 67° ENE | Poor | Glens Falls, NY |
| WNGN-LDLow power | 59 mi | 88° E | Poor | Troy, NY |
| WNGX-LDLow power | 59 mi | 88° E | Poor | Schenectady, NY |
How Saint Johnsville compares with the rest of New York
With 16 stations at fair strength or better, Saint Johnsville ranks 707th 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.
42% of New York's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Utica, 29 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Saint Johnsville: 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 127° SE, the direction of WXXA-TV (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 16 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 Saint Johnsville, NY?
ABC is on channel 10 from WTEN, broadcasting from 43 miles SE of Saint Johnsville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Saint Johnsville, NY?
CBS is on channel 6 from WRGB, broadcasting from 43 miles SE of Saint Johnsville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Saint Johnsville, NY?
NBC is on channel 2 from WKTV, broadcasting from 15 miles WNW of Saint Johnsville. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Saint Johnsville, NY?
Fox is on channel 23 from WXXA-TV, broadcasting from 43 miles SE of Saint Johnsville. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Saint Johnsville, NY?
CW is on channel 33.2 from WFXV, broadcasting from 27 miles WNW of Saint Johnsville. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Saint Johnsville?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Saint Johnsville; around 16 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 Saint Johnsville?
The main network towers around Saint Johnsville are in different directions: ABC 127° SE (43 mi), CBS 127° SE (43 mi), NBC 299° WNW (15 mi) and Fox 127° SE (43 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Saint Johnsville?
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. The towers are spread over about 172° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Saint Johnsville?
WKTV is only 15 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 Saint Johnsville?
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 Saint Johnsville; signal estimates ignore terrain.