TV channels & antenna towers in Chillicothe, Ohio
Chillicothe has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WWHO (CW), 42 miles to the N.
Network channels in Chillicothe
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWWHOCW | 53 | 42 mi | 357° N | Good | Chillicothe, OH |
| TLMWQMC-LDTelemundo | 23.3 | 42 mi | 357° N | Poor | Columbus, OH |
| ABCWSYXABC | 6 | 42 mi | 357° N | Good | Columbus, OH |
| NBCWCMH-TVNBC | 4 | 44 mi | 357° N | Good | Columbus, OH |
| CBSWBNS-TVCBS | 10 | 44 mi | 357° N | Good | Columbus, OH |
| IONWCPX-LDION | 38 | 50 mi | 2° N | Poor | Columbus, OH |
| FOXWHIZ-TVFox | 18.2 | 67 mi | 52° NE | Poor | Zanesville, OH |
Over-the-air TV in Chillicothe
With roughly 21,700 residents, Chillicothe is a town in Ohio. Our map shows 22 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 10 full-power, 5 Class A, 6 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 13 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther out. Five of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Columbus, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Columbus's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 6 (WSYX), CBS on channel 10 (WBNS-TV), NBC on channel 4 (WCMH-TV), Fox on channel 18.2 (WHIZ-TV), CW on channel 53 (WWHO), ION on channel 38 (WCPX-LD) and Telemundo on channel 23.3 (WQMC-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (very weak signal). 5 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 Chillicothe
Point your antenna N, at about 357°. The main network towers for Chillicothe sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WWHO and WSYX, transmit from the same tower site about 42 miles north of Chillicothe (357° N). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Chillicothe at fair strength or better, all arrive from the north, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Chillicothe, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Chillicothe
The farthest main network tower for Chillicothe is WCMH-TV (NBC), 44 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WHIZ-TV (Fox), 67 miles northeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
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 Chillicothe
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WDEM-CDClass A | 42 mi | 357° N | Weak | Columbus, OH |
| WTTEFull power | 42 mi | 357° N | Good | Columbus, OH |
| WTZP-LDLow power | 42 mi | 181° S | Poor | Portsmouth, OH |
| WSFJ-TVFull power | 44 mi | 357° N | Fair | London, OH |
| WCLL-CDClass A | 44 mi | 357° N | Poor | Columbus, OH |
| W17EB-DLow power | 44 mi | 357° N | Poor | Columbus, OH |
| WGCT-CDClass A | 44 mi | 357° N | Poor | Columbus, OH |
| WOUB-TVFull power | 45 mi | 91° E | Good | Athens, OH |
| WCSN-LDLow power | 47 mi | 358° N | Poor | Columbus, OH |
| WOOH-LDLow power | 48 mi | 347° NNW | Poor | Zanesville, OH |
| WCBZ-CDClass A | 54 mi | 0° N | Poor | Columbus, OH |
| WOSU-TVFull power | 57 mi | 3° N | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| WKASFull power | 63 mi | 162° SSE | Poor | Ashland, KY |
| W16EB-DTranslator | 68 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Augusta, KY |
| WOCB-CDClass A | 68 mi | 357° N | Poor | Marion, OH |
How Chillicothe compares with the rest of Ohio
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Chillicothe ranks 664th of 686 places in Ohio: fewer than the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 42 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
58% of Ohio's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Columbus, 43 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Chillicothe: 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 357° N, the direction of WCMH-TV (NBC), 44 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 8 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 Chillicothe, OH?
ABC is on channel 6 from WSYX, broadcasting from 42 miles N of Chillicothe. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Chillicothe, OH?
CBS is on channel 10 from WBNS-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles N of Chillicothe. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Chillicothe, OH?
NBC is on channel 4 from WCMH-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles N of Chillicothe. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Chillicothe, OH?
Fox is on channel 18.2 from WHIZ-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles NE of Chillicothe. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Chillicothe, OH?
CW is on channel 53 from WWHO, broadcasting from 42 miles N of Chillicothe. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Chillicothe?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of Chillicothe; around 8 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 Chillicothe?
Point your antenna N, at about 357°. The main network towers for Chillicothe sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Chillicothe?
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. Picking up Fox from up to 67 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Chillicothe?
WHIZ-TV (Fox), 67 miles northeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Chillicothe?
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 Ohio · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Chillicothe; signal estimates ignore terrain.