TV channels & antenna towers in Almedia, Pennsylvania
Almedia has 40 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 19 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W36EY-D, 8.8 miles to the E.
Network channels in Almedia
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWYOUCBS | 22 | 29 mi | 66° ENE | Fair | Scranton, PA |
| NBCWBRE-TVNBC | 28 | 29 mi | 66° ENE | Fair | Wilkes-Barre, PA |
| ABCWNEP-TVABC | 16 | 29 mi | 66° ENE | Good | Scranton, PA |
| CWWOLF-TVCW | 56.2 | 29 mi | 66° ENE | Good | Hazleton, PA |
| CWWQMYCW | 53.3 | 41 mi | 289° WNW | Fair | Williamsport, PA |
| CWWSWBCW | 38 | 45 mi | 49° NE | Fair | Scranton, PA |
| IONWQPX-TVION | 64 | 45 mi | 49° NE | Good | Scranton, PA |
| FOXWPMTFox | 43 | 53 mi | 209° SSW | Fair | York, PA |
| UNIWXBUUnivision | 15 | 53 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Lancaster, PA |
| CWWHP-TVCW | 21.3 | 53 mi | 209° SSW | Good | Harrisburg, PA |
| ABCWHTM-TVABC | 27 | 57 mi | 212° SSW | Weak | Harrisburg, PA |
| MeTVWFMZ-TVMeTV | 69.3 | 58 mi | 122° ESE | Fair | Allentown, PA |
| NBCWGALNBC | 8 | 69 mi | 191° S | Weak | Lancaster, PA |
Over-the-air TV in Almedia
Almedia is a small community of about 1,080 people in Pennsylvania. There are 40 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 19 full-power, 5 Class A, 5 low-power and 11 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 19 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 16 between 25 and 45 miles, and 22 farther out. Four of the 13 network stations in range are licensed to Scranton, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Scranton's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 16 (WNEP-TV), CBS on channel 22 (WYOU), NBC on channel 28 (WBRE-TV), Fox on channel 43 (WPMT), CW on channel 21.3 (WHP-TV), ION on channel 64 (WQPX-TV), Univision on channel 15 (WXBU) and MeTV on channel 69.3 (WFMZ-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (good signal). 6 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 Almedia
Point your antenna ENE, at about 66°. The main network towers for Almedia sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, WYOU, WBRE-TV, WNEP-TV and WOLF-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 29 miles northeast of Almedia (66° ENE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 11 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Almedia at fair strength or better, 55% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across three other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Almedia, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Almedia
The farthest main network tower for Almedia is WNEP-TV (ABC), 29 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
WPMT (Fox), 53 miles southwest, 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 Almedia
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 27; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W36EY-DClass A | 8.8 mi | 94° E | Good | Berwick, PA |
| WYLN-CDClass A | 22 mi | 98° E | Fair | Hazleton, PA |
| W29FQ-DTranslator | 25 mi | 158° SSE | Weak | Pottsville, PA |
| WVIA-TVFull power | 29 mi | 66° ENE | Good | Scranton, PA |
| WBZM-LDLow power | 29 mi | 66° ENE | Fair | Wilkes-Barre, PA |
| W09DJ-DClass A | 32 mi | 66° ENE | Weak | Wilkes-Barre, Etc., PA |
| W30EB-DLow power | 33 mi | 51° NE | Weak | Kingston, PA |
| W09DB-DClass A | 33 mi | 295° WNW | Weak | Williamsport, PA |
| W20AD-DTranslator | 38 mi | 296° WNW | Poor | Williamsport, PA |
| W24DB-DClass A | 45 mi | 49° NE | Poor | Clarks Summit, PA |
| WSRG-LDLow power | 45 mi | 49° NE | Poor | Scranton, PA |
| W10CP-DTranslator | 46 mi | 354° N | Poor | Towanda, PA |
| W15CO-DTranslator | 46 mi | 354° N | Poor | Towanda, PA |
| W20EI-DTranslator | 47 mi | 354° N | Poor | Towanda, PA |
| W14CO-DTranslator | 48 mi | 49° NE | Poor | Clarks Summit, Etc., PA |
| W29EU-DTranslator | 48 mi | 49° NE | Poor | Clarks Summit, Etc., PA |
| W24CS-DTranslator | 52 mi | 151° SSE | Poor | Reading, PA |
| WITF-TVFull power | 53 mi | 209° SSW | Fair | Harrisburg, PA |
| WLYHFull power | 57 mi | 212° SSW | Weak | Red Lion, PA |
| WHLZ-LDLow power | 57 mi | 212° SSW | Poor | Harrisburg, PA |
| W16EJ-DLow power | 57 mi | 212° SSW | Poor | Harrisburg, PA |
| WPPTFull power | 58 mi | 122° ESE | Fair | Philadelphia, PA |
| WLVT-TVFull power | 58 mi | 122° ESE | Fair | Allentown, PA |
| WBPH-TVFull power | 58 mi | 122° ESE | Fair | Bethlehem, PA |
| W07DC-DTranslator | 58 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Allentown/Bethlehem, PA |
How Almedia compares with the rest of Pennsylvania
With 19 stations at fair strength or better, Almedia ranks 639th of 1,015 places in Pennsylvania: fewer than the typical Pennsylvania town (24). Its nearest major network tower is 29 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
44% of Pennsylvania's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Hazleton, 22 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Almedia: 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 66° ENE, the direction of WNEP-TV (ABC), 29 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 19 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 Almedia, PA?
ABC is on channel 16 from WNEP-TV, broadcasting from 29 miles ENE of Almedia. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Almedia, PA?
CBS is on channel 22 from WYOU, broadcasting from 29 miles ENE of Almedia. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Almedia, PA?
NBC is on channel 28 from WBRE-TV, broadcasting from 29 miles ENE of Almedia. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Almedia, PA?
Fox is on channel 43 from WPMT, broadcasting from 53 miles SSW of Almedia. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Almedia, PA?
CW is on channel 21.3 from WHP-TV, broadcasting from 53 miles SSW of Almedia. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Almedia?
40 transmitters within 70 miles of Almedia; around 19 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 Almedia?
Point your antenna ENE, at about 66°. The main network towers for Almedia sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Almedia?
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 53 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Almedia?
WPMT (Fox), 53 miles southwest, 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 Almedia?
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 Pennsylvania cities
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- Berwick8.2 mi
- Mount Carmel15 mi
- Shamokin18 mi
- Hazleton22 mi
- Nanticoke24 mi
- Sunbury24 mi
- Milton24 mi
- Pottsville25 mi
- Tamaqua26 mi
- Lewisburg26 mi
- Plymouth28 mi
- Mountain Top28 mi
- Schuylkill Haven29 mi
- Laporte29 mi
- Selinsgrove29 mi
- Back Mountain30 mi
- Kingston30 mi
- Wilkes-Barre31 mi
- Pine Grove32 mi
- Lykens35 mi
- South Williamsport36 mi
- Williamsport36 mi
- Exeter36 mi
More: all TV stations in Pennsylvania · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Almedia; signal estimates ignore terrain.