TV channels & antenna towers in Pomeroy, Ohio
Pomeroy has 23 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WOUB-TV, 21 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Pomeroy
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWTAP-TVNBC | 15 | 34 mi | 48° NE | Good | Parkersburg, WV |
| CWWOVA-CDCW | 22.2 | 34 mi | 48° NE | Fair | Parkersburg, WV |
| CBSWIYE-LDCBS | 26 | 34 mi | 48° NE | Weak | Parkersburg, WV |
| NBCWSAZ-TVNBC | 3 | 37 mi | 196° SSW | Good | Huntington, WV |
| CWWQCWCW | 30 | 37 mi | 196° SSW | Good | Portsmouth, OH |
| CBSWOWK-TVCBS | 13 | 37 mi | 195° SSW | Fair | Huntington, WV |
| IONWLPX-TVION | 29 | 37 mi | 195° SSW | Good | Charleston, WV |
| ABCWCHS-TVABC | 8 | 43 mi | 171° S | Good | Charleston, WV |
| FOXWHIZ-TVFox | 18.2 | 62 mi | 2° N | Poor | Zanesville, OH |
Over-the-air TV in Pomeroy
Pomeroy, Ohio has a population of about 1,820. There are 23 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 12 full-power, 1 Class A, 9 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Pomeroy, 14 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 8 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Parkersburg, WV, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Parkersburg's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 8 (WCHS-TV), CBS on channel 13 (WOWK-TV), NBC on channel 3 (WSAZ-TV), Fox on channel 18.2 (WHIZ-TV), CW on channel 30 (WQCW) and ION on channel 29 (WLPX-TV). 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 Pomeroy
Point your antenna S, at about 187°. The main network towers for Pomeroy sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WSAZ-TV, WQCW, WOWK-TV and WLPX-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 37 miles south of Pomeroy (196° SSW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Pomeroy at fair strength or better, 71% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Pomeroy, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Pomeroy
The farthest main network tower for Pomeroy is WCHS-TV (ABC), 43 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WHIZ-TV (Fox), 62 miles north, 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 Pomeroy
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WOUB-TVFull power | 21 mi | 343° NNW | Good | Athens, OH |
| W21EA-DLow power | 34 mi | 48° NE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| WVMY-LDLow power | 36 mi | 53° NE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| W34FE-DLow power | 36 mi | 65° ENE | Weak | Parkersburg, WV |
| WVPB-TVFull power | 38 mi | 194° SSW | Fair | Huntington, WV |
| WOCW-LDLow power | 41 mi | 160° SSE | Poor | Charleston, WV |
| WVAH-TVFull power | 43 mi | 171° S | Good | Charleston, WV |
| WHWV-LDTranslator | 46 mi | 199° SSW | Poor | Huntington, WV |
| W26EW-DLow power | 46 mi | 205° SSW | Poor | Huntington, WV |
| WTSFFull power | 46 mi | 205° SSW | Weak | Ashland, KY |
| W27EF-DLow power | 49 mi | 156° SSE | Poor | Charleston, WV |
| WKASFull power | 50 mi | 219° SW | Weak | Ashland, KY |
| W25FR-DLow power | 51 mi | 60° ENE | Poor | Clarksburg, WV |
| WTZP-LDLow power | 56 mi | 248° WSW | Poor | Portsmouth, OH |
How Pomeroy compares with the rest of Ohio
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Pomeroy ranks 621st of 686 places in Ohio: fewer than the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 34 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 Athens, 21 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Pomeroy: 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 171° S, the direction of WCHS-TV (ABC), 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 10 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 Pomeroy, OH?
ABC is on channel 8 from WCHS-TV, broadcasting from 43 miles S of Pomeroy. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Pomeroy, OH?
CBS is on channel 13 from WOWK-TV, broadcasting from 37 miles SSW of Pomeroy. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Pomeroy, OH?
NBC is on channel 3 from WSAZ-TV, broadcasting from 37 miles SSW of Pomeroy. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Pomeroy, OH?
Fox is on channel 18.2 from WHIZ-TV, broadcasting from 62 miles N of Pomeroy. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Pomeroy, OH?
CW is on channel 30 from WQCW, broadcasting from 37 miles SSW of Pomeroy. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Pomeroy?
23 transmitters within 70 miles of Pomeroy; around 10 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 Pomeroy?
Point your antenna S, at about 187°. The main network towers for Pomeroy sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Pomeroy?
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 62 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Pomeroy?
WHIZ-TV (Fox), 62 miles north, 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 Pomeroy?
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
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- Athens21 mi
- Wellston28 mi
- Belpre30 mi
- Oak Hill30 mi
- Nelsonville32 mi
- Jackson32 mi
- Logan41 mi
- Marietta41 mi
- Beverly42 mi
- McConnelsville44 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Point Pleasant, WV14 mi
- Ravenswood, WV16 mi
- Ripley, WV23 mi
- Parkersburg, WV30 mi
- Vienna, WV33 mi
- Elizabeth, WV34 mi
- Spencer, WV40 mi
- Teays Valley, WV40 mi
- Sissonville, WV41 mi
- Hurricane, WV41 mi
- Nitro, WV44 mi
- Cross Lanes, WV44 mi
- Pea Ridge, WV45 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 Pomeroy; signal estimates ignore terrain.