TV channels & antenna towers in West Lafayette, Ohio
West Lafayette has 34 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W18EY-D, 15 miles to the E.
Network channels in West Lafayette
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWHIZ-TVFox | 18.2 | 27 mi | 207° SSW | Good | Zanesville, OH |
| IONWVPX-TVION | 23 | 55 mi | 9° N | Good | Akron, OH |
| ABCWTRF-TVABC | 7.3 | 55 mi | 105° ESE | Weak | Wheeling, WV |
| FOXWTOV-TVFox | 9.2 | 60 mi | 85° E | Weak | Steubenville, OH |
| NBCWTAP-TVNBC | 15 | 65 mi | 171° S | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| CWWOVA-CDCW | 22.2 | 65 mi | 171° S | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| CBSWIYE-LDCBS | 26 | 65 mi | 171° S | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| IONWCPX-LDION | 38 | 65 mi | 257° WSW | Poor | Columbus, OH |
Over-the-air TV in West Lafayette
West Lafayette is a small community of about 2,290 people in Ohio. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 34 licensed TV transmitters: 14 full-power, 4 Class A, 14 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 29 farther out. Three of the 8 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 7.3 (WTRF-TV), CBS on channel 26 (WIYE-LD), NBC on channel 15 (WTAP-TV), Fox on channel 18.2 (WHIZ-TV), CW on channel 22.2 (WOVA-CD) and ION on channel 23 (WVPX-TV). 9 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 West Lafayette
The main network towers around West Lafayette are in different directions: ABC 105° ESE (55 mi), NBC 171° S (65 mi) and Fox 207° SSW (27 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WTAP-TV and WOVA-CD, transmit from the same tower site about 65 miles south of West Lafayette (171° S). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
WTRF-TV (ABC) and WTAP-TV (NBC) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from West Lafayette. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for West Lafayette
The farthest main network tower for West Lafayette is WTAP-TV (NBC), 65 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 stations near West Lafayette
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 26; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W18EY-DLow power | 15 mi | 80° E | Weak | Canton, OH |
| WOUC-TVFull power | 28 mi | 117° ESE | Fair | Cambridge, OH |
| WIVN-LDLow power | 30 mi | 19° NNE | Poor | Massilon, OH |
| WQIZ-LDLow power | 44 mi | 318° NW | Poor | Ashland, OH |
| W18ES-DTranslator | 49 mi | 308° NW | Poor | Mansfield, OH |
| WIVM-LDLow power | 49 mi | 4° N | Poor | Akron-Canton, OH |
| WOHZ-CDClass A | 49 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Canton, OH |
| W27DG-DLow power | 52 mi | 33° NNE | Poor | Millersburg, OH |
| WIVD-LDLow power | 52 mi | 33° NNE | Poor | Canton, OH |
| WDLI-TVFull power | 55 mi | 9° N | Good | Canton, OH |
| WWVW-LDLow power | 55 mi | 105° ESE | Poor | Wheeling, WV |
| W28FG-DLow power | 55 mi | 9° N | Poor | Akron, OH |
| WRLMFull power | 56 mi | 6° N | Fair | Canton, OH |
| WEAOFull power | 56 mi | 6° N | Fair | Akron, OH |
| WMFD-TVFull power | 57 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Mansfield, OH |
| WNEOFull power | 62 mi | 45° NE | Weak | Alliance, OH |
| WOSU-TVFull power | 62 mi | 263° W | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| W17EF-DTranslator | 63 mi | 93° E | Poor | Wheeling, WV |
| W21EA-DLow power | 65 mi | 171° S | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| WCBZ-CDClass A | 66 mi | 261° W | Poor | Columbus, OH |
| WVMY-LDLow power | 66 mi | 168° SSE | Poor | Parkersburg, WV |
| WGGN-TVFull power | 66 mi | 327° NNW | Poor | Sandusky, OH |
| W25FR-DLow power | 67 mi | 155° SSE | Poor | Clarksburg, WV |
| WOCB-CDClass A | 69 mi | 273° W | Poor | Marion, OH |
| WCSN-LDLow power | 69 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Columbus, OH |
How West Lafayette compares with the rest of Ohio
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, West Lafayette ranks 672nd of 686 places in Ohio: fewer than the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 27 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
15% of Ohio's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Zanesville, 27 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in West Lafayette: 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 171° S, the direction of WTAP-TV (NBC), 65 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 7 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 West Lafayette, OH?
ABC is on channel 7.3 from WTRF-TV, broadcasting from 55 miles ESE of West Lafayette. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in West Lafayette, OH?
CBS is on channel 26 from WIYE-LD, broadcasting from 65 miles S of West Lafayette. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is NBC in West Lafayette, OH?
NBC is on channel 15 from WTAP-TV, broadcasting from 65 miles S of West Lafayette. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in West Lafayette, OH?
Fox is on channel 18.2 from WHIZ-TV, broadcasting from 27 miles SSW of West Lafayette. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in West Lafayette, OH?
CW is on channel 22.2 from WOVA-CD, broadcasting from 65 miles S of West Lafayette. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in West Lafayette?
34 transmitters within 70 miles of West Lafayette; around 7 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 West Lafayette?
The main network towers around West Lafayette are in different directions: ABC 105° ESE (55 mi), NBC 171° S (65 mi) and Fox 207° SSW (27 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in West Lafayette?
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 102° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in West Lafayette?
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 West Lafayette?
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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- Cambridge19 mi
- Millersburg21 mi
- New Philadelphia22 mi
- Dover22 mi
- Uhrichsville23 mi
- Zanesville27 mi
- Shreve31 mi
- Apple Valley34 mi
- Loudonville36 mi
- Barnesville36 mi
- Utica37 mi
- Newark37 mi
- Wooster38 mi
- Massillon38 mi
- Caldwell39 mi
- Perry Heights39 mi
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- Mount Vernon40 mi
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- Heath41 mi
- Carrollton41 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 West Lafayette; signal estimates ignore terrain.