TV channels & antenna towers in Newtown, Ohio
Newtown 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 WCPO-TV (ABC), 7.4 miles to the W.
Network channels in Newtown
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWCPO-TVABC | 9 | 7.4 mi | 270° W | Strong | Cincinnati, OH |
| TLMWBQC-LDTelemundo | 25 | 7.4 mi | 270° W | Good | Cincinnati, OH |
| CWWKRC-TVCW | 12.2 | 7.5 mi | 266° W | Good | Cincinnati, OH |
| NBCWLWTNBC | 5 | 8.6 mi | 270° W | Strong | Cincinnati, OH |
| FOXWXIX-TVFox | 19 | 10.0 mi | 269° W | Strong | Newport, KY |
| IONWKOI-TVION | 43 | 41 mi | 8° N | Good | Richmond, IN |
| CWWBDTCW | 26 | 41 mi | 8° N | Good | Springfield, OH |
| NBCWDTNNBC | 2 | 41 mi | 8° N | Good | Dayton, OH |
| ABCWKEFABC | 22 | 42 mi | 8° N | Good | Dayton, OH |
| CBSWHIO-TVCBS | 7 | 43 mi | 8° N | Good | Dayton, OH |
Over-the-air TV in Newtown
Newtown, Ohio has a population of about 2,660. Our map shows 23 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 16 full-power, 5 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 18 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 17 at good or strong strength.
10 of them are within 25 miles of Newtown, 12 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 1 is more than 45 miles out. Four of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Cincinnati, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Cincinnati's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 9 (WCPO-TV), CBS on channel 7 (WHIO-TV), NBC on channel 5 (WLWT), Fox on channel 19 (WXIX-TV), CW on channel 26 (WBDT), ION on channel 43 (WKOI-TV) and Telemundo on channel 25 (WBQC-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal). 7 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 Newtown
The main network towers around Newtown are in different directions: ABC 270° W (7.4 mi), CBS 8° N (43 mi), NBC 270° W (8.6 mi) and Fox 269° W (10.0 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Five network stations, WKOI-TV, WBDT, WDTN, WKEF and WHIO-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 41 miles north of Newtown (8° N). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Newtown at fair strength or better, 56% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Newtown, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Newtown
The farthest main network tower for Newtown is WHIO-TV (CBS), 43 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
WCPO-TV is only 7.4 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 Newtown
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WPTOFull power | 8.6 mi | 270° W | Strong | Oxford, OH |
| WCETFull power | 8.6 mi | 270° W | Strong | Cincinnati, OH |
| WDYC-LDLow power | 10.0 mi | 270° W | Good | Cincinnati, OH |
| WSTR-TVFull power | 10 mi | 301° WNW | Strong | Cincinnati, OH |
| WCVN-TVFull power | 10 mi | 230° SW | Good | Covington, KY |
| W16EB-DTranslator | 31 mi | 142° SE | Poor | Augusta, KY |
| W23DM-DTranslator | 32 mi | 177° S | Poor | Falmouth, KY |
| WPTDFull power | 42 mi | 8° N | Good | Dayton, OH |
| WRCX-LDLow power | 42 mi | 8° N | Poor | Dayton, OH |
| WRGT-TVFull power | 42 mi | 8° N | Good | Dayton, OH |
| WLWD-LDLow power | 42 mi | 8° N | Poor | Dayton, OH |
| WZCD-LDLow power | 42 mi | 8° N | Poor | Dayton, OH |
| WKONFull power | 48 mi | 210° SSW | Fair | Owenton, KY |
How Newtown compares with the rest of Ohio
With 18 stations at fair strength or better, Newtown ranks 294th of 686 places in Ohio: the same as the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 7.4 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 Cincinnati, 8.2 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Newtown: 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 8° N, the direction of WHIO-TV (CBS), 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 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 Newtown, OH?
ABC is on channel 9 from WCPO-TV, broadcasting from 7.4 miles W of Newtown. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Newtown, OH?
CBS is on channel 7 from WHIO-TV, broadcasting from 43 miles N of Newtown. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Newtown, OH?
NBC is on channel 5 from WLWT, broadcasting from 8.6 miles W of Newtown. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Newtown, OH?
Fox is on channel 19 from WXIX-TV, broadcasting from 10.0 miles W of Newtown. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Newtown, OH?
CW is on channel 26 from WBDT, broadcasting from 41 miles N of Newtown. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Newtown?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Newtown; 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 Newtown?
The main network towers around Newtown are in different directions: ABC 270° W (7.4 mi), CBS 8° N (43 mi), NBC 270° W (8.6 mi) and Fox 269° W (10.0 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Newtown?
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 99° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Newtown?
WCPO-TV is only 7.4 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 Newtown?
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 Newtown; signal estimates ignore terrain.