TV channels & antenna towers in Buxton, North Carolina
Buxton has 8 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WHOB-LD, 3.9 miles to the WSW.
Over-the-air TV in Buxton
Buxton is a small community of about 1,270 people in North Carolina. There are 8 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 full-power and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Buxton, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 1 is more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WCTI-TV in New Bern, NC, 102 miles to the west. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WTKR in Norfolk, VA, 119 miles to the northwest. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Buxton
The nearest towers around Buxton are in different directions: WHOB-LD 251° WSW (3.9 mi), W28CJ-D 352° N (42 mi) and W17CT-D 352° N (42 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Buxton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Buxton
The farthest of the closest towers for Buxton is W17CT-D, 42 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other TV stations near Buxton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHOB-LDLow power | 3.9 mi | 251° WSW | Fair | Buxton, NC |
| W28CJ-DLow power | 42 mi | 352° N | Poor | Manteo, NC |
| W17CT-DLow power | 42 mi | 352° N | Poor | Manteo, NC |
| W24EC-DLow power | 42 mi | 352° N | Poor | Manteo, NC |
| W26EY-DLow power | 42 mi | 352° N | Poor | Manteo, NC |
| W30DN-DLow power | 42 mi | 352° N | Poor | Manteo, NC |
| W22EN-DLow power | 42 mi | 352° N | Poor | Manteo, NC |
| WUND-TVFull power | 63 mi | 314° NW | Good | Edenton, NC |
How Buxton compares with the rest of North Carolina
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Buxton ranks 465th of 465 places in North Carolina: fewer than the typical North Carolina town (19).
24% of North Carolina's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Buxton: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 352° N, the direction of W17CT-D, 42 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 2 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Buxton?
8 transmitters within 70 miles of Buxton; around 2 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Buxton?
The nearest towers around Buxton are in different directions: WHOB-LD 251° WSW (3.9 mi), W28CJ-D 352° N (42 mi) and W17CT-D 352° N (42 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Buxton?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 101° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Buxton?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Buxton?
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 North Carolina · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Buxton; signal estimates ignore terrain.