TV channels & antenna towers in Terrace Heights, New York
Terrace Heights has 57 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, 9.3 miles to the W.
Network channels in Terrace Heights
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWPXU-LDION | 35 | 11 mi | 282° WNW | Fair | Amityville, NY |
| ABCWABC-TVABC | 7 | 11 mi | 279° W | Good | New York, NY |
| CWWPIXCW | 11 | 11 mi | 279° W | Good | New York, NY |
| UNIWXTV-DTUnivision | 41 | 11 mi | 279° W | Strong | Paterson, NJ |
| MeTVWJLPMeTV | 33.1 | 12 mi | 282° WNW | Good | Middletown Township, NJ |
| CBSWCBS-TVCBS | 2 | 13 mi | 267° W | Strong | New York, NY |
| FOXWNYWFox | 5 | 13 mi | 267° W | Good | New York, NY |
| NBCWNBCNBC | 4 | 13 mi | 267° W | Strong | New York, NY |
| TLMWNJUTelemundo | 47 | 13 mi | 267° W | Strong | Linden, NJ |
| IONWPXN-TVION | 31 | 13 mi | 267° W | Good | New York, NY |
| ABCWTNHABC | 8 | 65 mi | 41° NE | Poor | New Haven, CT |
Over-the-air TV in Terrace Heights
Terrace Heights, New York has a population of about 15,400. Our map shows 57 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 23 full-power, 5 Class A, 24 low-power and 5 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.
By distance, 39 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 12 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 (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 Terrace Heights
Point your antenna W, at about 270°. The main network towers for Terrace Heights 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 13 miles west of Terrace Heights (267° W). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Terrace Heights 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 Terrace Heights, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Terrace Heights
The farthest main network tower for Terrace Heights is WNYW (Fox), 13 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 11 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 Terrace Heights
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 46; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WNYZ-LDLow power | 9.3 mi | 281° W | Fair | New York, NY |
| W09CZ-DLow power | 11 mi | 288° WNW | Fair | Roslyn, NY |
| WNYK-LDLow power | 11 mi | 282° WNW | Fair | Teaneck, NJ |
| WNMF-LDLow power | 11 mi | 282° WNW | Fair | New York, NY |
| WHTV-LDLow power | 11 mi | 282° WNW | Good | New York, NY |
| WNYD-LDLow power | 11 mi | 282° WNW | Fair | New York, NY |
| W02CY-DLow power | 11 mi | 282° WNW | Weak | New York, NY |
| WXNY-LDLow power | 11 mi | 279° W | Fair | New York, NY |
| WDYJ-LDLow power | 11 mi | 279° W | Good | New York, NY |
| WFUT-DTFull power | 11 mi | 279° W | Strong | Newark, NJ |
| WTBY-TVFull power | 11 mi | 279° W | Good | Jersey City, NJ |
| WDYA-LDLow power | 11 mi | 279° W | Good | New York, NY |
| WDVB-CDClass A | 11 mi | 279° W | Good | Edison, NJ |
| WNYE-TVFull power | 12 mi | 282° WNW | Good | New York, NY |
| WMBQ-CDClass A | 13 mi | 267° W | Poor | New York, NY |
| WNETFull power | 13 mi | 267° W | Fair | Newark, NJ |
| WNWT-LDLow power | 13 mi | 267° W | Good | New York, NY |
| WLIWFull power | 13 mi | 267° W | Good | Garden City, NY |
| WMBC-TVFull power | 13 mi | 267° W | Strong | Newton, NJ |
| WKOB-LDLow power | 13 mi | 267° W | Fair | New York, NY |
| WNDT-CDClass A | 13 mi | 267° W | Fair | Manhattan, NY |
| WRNN-TVFull power | 13 mi | 267° W | Good | New Rochelle, NY |
| WWOR-TVFull power | 13 mi | 267° W | Good | Secaucus, NJ |
| WASA-LDLow power | 13 mi | 267° W | Fair | Port Jervis, NY |
| WNYN-LDLow power | 13 mi | 226° SW | Fair | New York, NY |
How Terrace Heights compares with the rest of New York
With 39 stations at fair strength or better, Terrace Heights 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 Queens Village, 1.5 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Terrace Heights: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 267° W, the direction of WNYW (Fox), 13 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 Terrace Heights, NY?
ABC is on channel 7 from WABC-TV, broadcasting from 11 miles W of Terrace Heights. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Terrace Heights, NY?
CBS is on channel 2 from WCBS-TV, broadcasting from 13 miles W of Terrace Heights. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Terrace Heights, NY?
NBC is on channel 4 from WNBC, broadcasting from 13 miles W of Terrace Heights. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Terrace Heights, NY?
Fox is on channel 5 from WNYW, broadcasting from 13 miles W of Terrace Heights. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Terrace Heights, NY?
CW is on channel 11 from WPIX, broadcasting from 11 miles W of Terrace Heights. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Terrace Heights?
57 transmitters within 70 miles of Terrace Heights; 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 Terrace Heights?
Point your antenna W, at about 270°. The main network towers for Terrace Heights sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Terrace Heights?
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 Terrace Heights?
WFUT-DT is only 11 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 Terrace Heights?
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 Terrace Heights; signal estimates ignore terrain.