TV channels & antenna towers in Nichols Hills, Oklahoma
Nichols Hills has 28 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 21 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KOKH-TV (Fox), 3.4 miles to the E.
Network channels in Nichols Hills
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKOKH-TVFox | 25 | 3.4 mi | 92° E | Strong | Oklahoma City, OK |
| ABCKOCO-TVABC | 5 | 3.4 mi | 76° ENE | Strong | Oklahoma City, OK |
| IONKOPX-TVION | 62 | 3.6 mi | 70° ENE | Strong | Oklahoma City, OK |
| CWKAUT-TVCW | 43 | 3.6 mi | 70° ENE | Strong | Oklahoma City, OK |
| NBCKFOR-TVNBC | 4 | 3.6 mi | 70° ENE | Strong | Oklahoma City, OK |
| TLMKTUZ-TVTelemundo | 30 | 3.6 mi | 80° E | Strong | Shawnee, OK |
| TBNKTBO-TVTrinity | 14 | 3.9 mi | 63° ENE | Strong | Oklahoma City, OK |
| CBSKWTV-DTCBS | 9 | 4.6 mi | 46° NE | Strong | Oklahoma City, OK |
| UNIKUOK-CDUnivision | 36 | 9.6 mi | 167° SSE | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
Over-the-air TV in Nichols Hills
With roughly 3,890 residents, Nichols Hills is a town in Oklahoma. Our map shows 28 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 12 full-power, 3 Class A, 6 low-power and 7 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 21 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 16 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 20 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 7 farther out. Eight of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Oklahoma City, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Oklahoma City's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 5 (KOCO-TV), CBS on channel 9 (KWTV-DT), NBC on channel 4 (KFOR-TV), Fox on channel 25 (KOKH-TV), CW on channel 43 (KAUT-TV), ION on channel 62 (KOPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 30 (KTUZ-TV), Univision on channel 36 (KUOK-CD) and Trinity on channel 14 (KTBO-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong signal) and Univision (fair signal). 4 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 Nichols Hills
The main network towers around Nichols Hills are in different directions: ABC 76° ENE (3.4 mi), CBS 46° NE (4.6 mi), NBC 70° ENE (3.6 mi) and Fox 92° E (3.4 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Seven network stations, KOKH-TV, KOCO-TV, KOPX-TV, KAUT-TV and KFOR-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 3.4 miles east of Nichols Hills (92° E). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Nichols Hills at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Nichols Hills, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Nichols Hills
The farthest main network tower for Nichols Hills is KWTV-DT (CBS), 4.6 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
KOKH-TV is only 3.4 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 Nichols Hills
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KOCBFull power | 3.4 mi | 92° E | Strong | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KOCMFull power | 3.6 mi | 80° E | Strong | Norman, OK |
| KSBIFull power | 4.6 mi | 46° NE | Strong | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KETA-TVFull power | 4.6 mi | 46° NE | Strong | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KBZC-LDLow power | 4.6 mi | 46° NE | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KWRW-LDTranslator | 8.3 mi | 153° SSE | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KOCY-LDLow power | 9.6 mi | 167° SSE | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KTOU-LDLow power | 12 mi | 166° SSE | Good | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KUOT-CDClass A | 13 mi | 158° SSE | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KLHO-LDLow power | 13 mi | 158° SSE | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
| KOHC-CDClass A | 14 mi | 157° SSE | Fair | Oklahoma City, OK |
| K35MV-DTranslator | 25 mi | 279° W | Fair | Concho, OK |
| K17JN-DLow power | 64 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Enid, OK |
| K32MG-DLow power | 64 mi | 337° NNW | Poor | Enid, OK |
| K14MU-DTranslator | 67 mi | 267° W | Poor | Weatherford, OK |
| K21IT-DTranslator | 67 mi | 267° W | Poor | Weatherford, OK |
| K28OX-DTranslator | 67 mi | 267° W | Poor | Weatherford, OK |
| K36IY-DTranslator | 67 mi | 267° W | Poor | Weatherford, OK |
| K35MQ-DTranslator | 67 mi | 267° W | Poor | Weatherford, OK |
How Nichols Hills compares with the rest of Oklahoma
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, Nichols Hills ranks 7th of 244 places in Oklahoma: more than the typical Oklahoma town (13). Its nearest major network tower is 3.4 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 Oklahoma City, 6.0 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Nichols Hills: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 46° NE, the direction of KWTV-DT (CBS), 4.6 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 21 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 Nichols Hills, OK?
ABC is on channel 5 from KOCO-TV, broadcasting from 3.4 miles ENE of Nichols Hills. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Nichols Hills, OK?
CBS is on channel 9 from KWTV-DT, broadcasting from 4.6 miles NE of Nichols Hills. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Nichols Hills, OK?
NBC is on channel 4 from KFOR-TV, broadcasting from 3.6 miles ENE of Nichols Hills. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Nichols Hills, OK?
Fox is on channel 25 from KOKH-TV, broadcasting from 3.4 miles E of Nichols Hills. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Nichols Hills, OK?
CW is on channel 43 from KAUT-TV, broadcasting from 3.6 miles ENE of Nichols Hills. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Nichols Hills?
28 transmitters within 70 miles of Nichols Hills; around 21 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 Nichols Hills?
The main network towers around Nichols Hills are in different directions: ABC 76° ENE (3.4 mi), CBS 46° NE (4.6 mi), NBC 70° ENE (3.6 mi) and Fox 92° E (3.4 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Nichols Hills?
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 Nichols Hills?
KOKH-TV is only 3.4 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 Nichols Hills?
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 Oklahoma · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Nichols Hills; signal estimates ignore terrain.