TV channels & antenna towers in Commerce, Oklahoma
Commerce has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW, ION and Univision. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KGCS-LD, 20 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Commerce
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKODE-TVABC | 12 | 20 mi | 61° ENE | Strong | Joplin, MO |
| NBCKSNFNBC | 16 | 20 mi | 61° ENE | Good | Joplin, MO |
| IONKPJO-LDION | 49.6 | 21 mi | 30° NNE | Fair | Pittsburg, KS |
| CBSKOAM-TVCBS | 7 | 22 mi | 25° NNE | Good | Pittsburg, KS |
| CWKFJXCW | 14.2 | 22 mi | 25° NNE | Good | Pittsburg, KS |
| TBNKDOR-TVTrinity | 17 | 57 mi | 240° WSW | Fair | Bartlesville, OK |
| NBCKNWA-TVNBC | 51 | 62 mi | 125° SE | Weak | Rogers, AR |
| UNIKWNL-CDUnivision | 14 | 66 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Winslow, AR |
Over-the-air TV in Commerce
Commerce is a small community of about 2,480 people in Oklahoma. There are 27 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 9 full-power, 4 Class A, 13 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 5 at good or strong strength.
11 of them are within 25 miles of Commerce, 1 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 15 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Pittsburg, KS, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Pittsburg's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 12 (KODE-TV), CBS on channel 7 (KOAM-TV), NBC on channel 16 (KSNF), CW on channel 14.2 (KFJX), ION on channel 49.6 (KPJO-LD), Univision on channel 14 (KWNL-CD) and Trinity on channel 17 (KDOR-TV). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KOKI-TV in Tulsa, OK, 77 miles to the southwest. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (very weak signal). 3 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 Commerce
Point your antenna NE, at about 49°. The main network towers for Commerce sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KODE-TV and KSNF, transmit from the same tower site about 20 miles northeast of Commerce (61° ENE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Commerce at fair strength or better, 80% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Commerce, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Commerce
The farthest main network tower for Commerce is KOAM-TV (CBS), 22 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Commerce
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KGCS-LDLow power | 20 mi | 56° NE | Fair | Joplin, MO |
| K34NJ-DLow power | 20 mi | 56° NE | Fair | Joplin, MO |
| KRLJ-LDLow power | 21 mi | 30° NNE | Fair | Joplin, MO |
| KOZJFull power | 21 mi | 62° ENE | Good | Joplin, MO |
| K36II-DLow power | 22 mi | 81° E | Weak | Joplin, MO |
| KJLN-LDLow power | 23 mi | 64° ENE | Fair | Joplin, MO |
| K16IS-DLow power | 33 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Pittsburg, KS |
| K28NT-DLow power | 49 mi | 143° SE | Poor | Bentonville & Rogers, AR |
| KRSU-TVFull power | 55 mi | 228° SW | Fair | Claremore, OK |
| KJNM-LDLow power | 61 mi | 106° ESE | Poor | Cassville, MO |
| KXNWFull power | 62 mi | 125° SE | Poor | Eureka Springs, AR |
| KEGW-CDClass A | 66 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Siloam Springs, AR |
| KWFT-LDLow power | 66 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Siloam Springs, AR |
| KKAF-LDLow power | 66 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Fayetteville, AR |
| KPBI-CDClass A | 66 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Bentonville, AR |
| KFFS-CDClass A | 66 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Fayetteville, AR |
| KAJL-LDLow power | 66 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Fayetteville, AR |
| KFLU-LDLow power | 66 mi | 145° SE | Poor | Fayetteville, AR |
| K30AL-DTranslator | 69 mi | 349° NNW | Poor | Iola, KS |
How Commerce compares with the rest of Oklahoma
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Commerce ranks 132nd of 244 places in Oklahoma: fewer than the typical Oklahoma town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 20 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.
14% of Oklahoma's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Joplin, 22 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Commerce: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 25° NNE, the direction of KOAM-TV (CBS), 22 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 12 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 Commerce, OK?
ABC is on channel 12 from KODE-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles ENE of Commerce. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Commerce, OK?
CBS is on channel 7 from KOAM-TV, broadcasting from 22 miles NNE of Commerce. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Commerce, OK?
NBC is on channel 16 from KSNF, broadcasting from 20 miles ENE of Commerce. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Commerce, OK?
CW is on channel 14.2 from KFJX, broadcasting from 22 miles NNE of Commerce. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Univision in Commerce, OK?
Univision is on channel 14 from KWNL-CD, broadcasting from 66 miles SE of Commerce. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Commerce?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Commerce; around 12 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Commerce?
Point your antenna NE, at about 49°. The main network towers for Commerce sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Commerce?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Commerce?
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.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Commerce?
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 Oklahoma cities
Nearby cities in other states
- Baxter Springs, KS9.8 mi
- Seneca, MO16 mi
- Columbus, KS16 mi
- Oswego, KS21 mi
- Joplin, MO22 mi
- Carl Junction, MO24 mi
- Webb City, MO27 mi
- Neosho, MO28 mi
- Altamont, KS29 mi
- Anderson, MO31 mi
- Pittsburg, KS34 mi
- Carthage, MO35 mi
- Parsons, KS35 mi
- Coffeyville, KS42 mi
- Gravette, AR42 mi
- Sarcoxie, MO43 mi
More: all TV stations in Oklahoma · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Commerce; signal estimates ignore terrain.