TV channels & antenna towers in New Albany, Ohio
New Albany has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 18 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WCPX-LD (ION), 7.8 miles to the WSW.
Network channels in New Albany
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONWCPX-LDION | 38 | 7.8 mi | 254° WSW | Good | Columbus, OH |
| NBCWCMH-TVNBC | 4 | 14 mi | 237° WSW | Strong | Columbus, OH |
| CBSWBNS-TVCBS | 10 | 14 mi | 237° WSW | Strong | Columbus, OH |
| CWWWHOCW | 53 | 15 mi | 229° SW | Strong | Chillicothe, OH |
| TLMWQMC-LDTelemundo | 23.3 | 15 mi | 229° SW | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| ABCWSYXABC | 6 | 15 mi | 229° SW | Strong | Columbus, OH |
| FOXWHIZ-TVFox | 18.2 | 45 mi | 103° ESE | Fair | Zanesville, OH |
Over-the-air TV in New Albany
With roughly 9,880 residents, New Albany is a town in Ohio. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 23 licensed TV transmitters: 10 full-power, 6 Class A, 6 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 18 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
17 of them are within 25 miles of New Albany, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 4 are more than 45 miles 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.
The strongest network signals here 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 (fair 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 New Albany
The main network towers around New Albany are in different directions: ABC 229° SW (15 mi), CBS 237° WSW (14 mi), NBC 237° WSW (14 mi) and Fox 103° ESE (45 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WCMH-TV and WBNS-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 14 miles southwest of New Albany (237° WSW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach New Albany at fair strength or better, 80% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WHIZ-TV (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from New Albany. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for New Albany
The farthest main network tower for New Albany is WHIZ-TV (Fox), 45 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WOSU-TV is only 8.1 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 New Albany
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WOSU-TVFull power | 8.1 mi | 312° NW | Strong | Columbus, OH |
| WCBZ-CDClass A | 9.4 mi | 284° WNW | Good | Columbus, OH |
| WCSN-LDLow power | 12 mi | 248° WSW | Good | Columbus, OH |
| WSFJ-TVFull power | 14 mi | 237° WSW | Fair | London, OH |
| WCLL-CDClass A | 14 mi | 237° WSW | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| W17EB-DLow power | 14 mi | 237° WSW | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| WGCT-CDClass A | 14 mi | 237° WSW | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| WDEM-CDClass A | 15 mi | 229° SW | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| WTTEFull power | 15 mi | 229° SW | Strong | Columbus, OH |
| WOCB-CDClass A | 20 mi | 321° NW | Fair | Marion, OH |
| WOOH-LDLow power | 21 mi | 256° WSW | Fair | Zanesville, OH |
| WXCB-CDClass A | 40 mi | 335° NNW | Weak | Delaware, OH |
| W18ES-DTranslator | 47 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Mansfield, OH |
| WMFD-TVFull power | 48 mi | 12° NNE | Weak | Mansfield, OH |
| WQIZ-LDLow power | 53 mi | 29° NNE | Poor | Ashland, OH |
| WOUB-TVFull power | 64 mi | 146° SSE | Weak | Athens, OH |
How New Albany compares with the rest of Ohio
With 18 stations at fair strength or better, New Albany ranks 294th of 686 places in Ohio: the same as the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 7.8 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 Gahanna, 5.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in New Albany: 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 103° ESE, the direction of WHIZ-TV (Fox), 45 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 18 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 New Albany, OH?
ABC is on channel 6 from WSYX, broadcasting from 15 miles SW of New Albany. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in New Albany, OH?
CBS is on channel 10 from WBNS-TV, broadcasting from 14 miles WSW of New Albany. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in New Albany, OH?
NBC is on channel 4 from WCMH-TV, broadcasting from 14 miles WSW of New Albany. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in New Albany, OH?
Fox is on channel 18.2 from WHIZ-TV, broadcasting from 45 miles ESE of New Albany. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in New Albany, OH?
CW is on channel 53 from WWHO, broadcasting from 15 miles SW of New Albany. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in New Albany?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of New Albany; around 18 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 New Albany?
The main network towers around New Albany are in different directions: ABC 229° SW (15 mi), CBS 237° WSW (14 mi), NBC 237° WSW (14 mi) and Fox 103° ESE (45 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in New Albany?
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 133° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in New Albany?
WOSU-TV is only 8.1 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 New Albany?
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.
TV channels in nearby Ohio cities
- Gahanna5.7 mi
- Westerville7.1 mi
- Reynoldsburg8.7 mi
- Whitehall8.9 mi
- Pataskala9.2 mi
- Bexley10 mi
- Worthington11 mi
- Sunbury11 mi
- Blacklick Estates13 mi
- Columbus13 mi
- Lewis Center13 mi
- Pickerington14 mi
- Grandview Heights14 mi
- Groveport15 mi
- Upper Arlington15 mi
- Powell15 mi
- Granville15 mi
- Dublin16 mi
- Canal Winchester16 mi
- Centerburg17 mi
- Hilliard19 mi
- Lincoln Village19 mi
- Heath20 mi
- Delaware20 mi
More: all TV stations in Ohio · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of New Albany; signal estimates ignore terrain.