TV channels & antenna towers in Ponca City, Oklahoma
Ponca City has 6 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K28NV-D, 3.3 miles to the NE.
Over-the-air TV in Ponca City
Ponca City, Oklahoma has a population of about 24,800. There are 6 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Ponca City, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KAKE in Wichita, KS, 78 miles to the north. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KWTV-DT in Oklahoma City, OK, 80 miles to the south.
Which way to point your antenna in Ponca City
The nearest towers around Ponca City are in different directions: K28NV-D 47° NE (3.3 mi), K17JN-D 248° WSW (55 mi) and K32MG-D 248° WSW (55 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
K17JN-D and K32MG-D lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Ponca City. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Ponca City
The farthest of the closest towers for Ponca City is K32MG-D, 55 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 TV stations near Ponca City
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K28NV-DTranslator | 3.3 mi | 47° NE | Good | Ponca City, OK |
| K17JN-DLow power | 55 mi | 248° WSW | Poor | Enid, OK |
| K32MG-DLow power | 55 mi | 248° WSW | Poor | Enid, OK |
| KZLL-LDLow power | 69 mi | 125° SE | Poor | Tulsa, OK |
| KUOC-LDLow power | 69 mi | 125° SE | Poor | Enid, OK |
| KCTU-LDLow power | 69 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Wichita, KS |
How Ponca City compares with the rest of Oklahoma
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Ponca City ranks 225th of 244 places in Oklahoma: fewer than the typical Oklahoma town (13).
42% of Oklahoma's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Enid, 49 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Ponca City: 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 248° WSW, the direction of K32MG-D, 55 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 1 station, 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ponca City?
6 transmitters within 70 miles of Ponca City; around 1 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 Ponca City?
The nearest towers around Ponca City are in different directions: K28NV-D 47° NE (3.3 mi), K17JN-D 248° WSW (55 mi) and K32MG-D 248° WSW (55 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Ponca City?
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 159° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Ponca City?
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 Ponca City?
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 Ponca City; signal estimates ignore terrain.