TV channels & antenna towers in Emsworth, Pennsylvania
Emsworth has 42 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 27 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WWLM-CD, 1.6 miles to the SW.
Network channels in Emsworth
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSKDKA-TVCBS | 2 | 4.1 mi | 106° ESE | Strong | Pittsburgh, PA |
| FOXWPGH-TVFox | 53 | 4.8 mi | 102° ESE | Strong | Pittsburgh, PA |
| CWWPNTCW | 22 | 4.8 mi | 102° ESE | Strong | Pittsburgh, PA |
| NBCWPXINBC | 11 | 5.7 mi | 124° SE | Strong | Pittsburgh, PA |
| IONWINP-TVION | 16 | 8.2 mi | 123° ESE | Strong | Pittsburgh, PA |
| ABCWTAE-TVABC | 4 | 22 mi | 136° SE | Strong | Pittsburgh, PA |
| FOXWTOV-TVFox | 9.2 | 30 mi | 247° WSW | Fair | Steubenville, OH |
| ABCWTRF-TVABC | 7.3 | 46 mi | 228° SW | Fair | Wheeling, WV |
| ABCWYTVABC | 33 | 47 mi | 323° NW | Good | Youngstown, OH |
| FOXWYFX-LDFox | 62 | 47 mi | 323° NW | Poor | Youngstown, OH |
| FOXWKBN-TVFox | 27.2 | 47 mi | 323° NW | Good | Youngstown, OH |
| CWWFMJ-TVCW | 21.2 | 49 mi | 324° NW | Good | Youngstown, OH |
| ABCWWCP-TVABC | 8.2 | 55 mi | 114° ESE | Weak | Johnstown, PA |
| CWWJAC-TVCW | 6.4 | 59 mi | 99° E | Good | Johnstown, PA |
Over-the-air TV in Emsworth
Emsworth, Pennsylvania has a population of about 2,420. There are 42 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 19 full-power, 11 Class A, 8 low-power and 4 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 27 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 20 at good or strong strength.
18 of them are within 25 miles of Emsworth, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 20 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 14 network stations in range are licensed to Pittsburgh, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Pittsburgh's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 4 (WTAE-TV), CBS on channel 2 (KDKA-TV), NBC on channel 11 (WPXI), Fox on channel 53 (WPGH-TV), CW on channel 22 (WPNT) and ION on channel 16 (WINP-TV). 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 Emsworth
Point your antenna ESE, at about 117°. The main network towers for Emsworth sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, KDKA-TV, WPGH-TV and WPNT, transmit from the same tower site about 4.1 miles east of Emsworth (106° ESE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 12 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Emsworth at fair strength or better, 33% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across three other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Emsworth, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Emsworth
The farthest main network tower for Emsworth is WTAE-TV (ABC), 22 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WWLM-CD is only 1.6 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 Emsworth
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 28; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WWLM-CDClass A | 1.6 mi | 234° SW | Strong | Washington, PA |
| WPCWFull power | 4.1 mi | 106° ESE | Strong | Jeannette, PA |
| WWAT-CDClass A | 8.2 mi | 123° ESE | Good | Charleroi, PA |
| WPTG-CDClass A | 8.2 mi | 123° ESE | Good | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WBPA-LDLow power | 8.2 mi | 123° ESE | Fair | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WQEDFull power | 8.2 mi | 123° ESE | Good | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WOSC-CDClass A | 8.2 mi | 123° ESE | Good | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WPDN-LDLow power | 8.2 mi | 123° ESE | Good | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WMVH-CDClass A | 11 mi | 138° SE | Good | Charleroi, PA |
| WPCB-TVFull power | 18 mi | 116° ESE | Strong | Greensburg, PA |
| WBYD-CDClass A | 20 mi | 104° ESE | Fair | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WIIC-LDLow power | 20 mi | 104° ESE | Fair | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WJMB-CDClass A | 31 mi | 20° NNE | Fair | Butler, PA |
| W17EF-DTranslator | 32 mi | 230° SW | Weak | Wheeling, WV |
| WKHU-CDClass A | 35 mi | 57° ENE | Weak | Kittanning, PA |
| WWVW-LDLow power | 46 mi | 228° SW | Poor | Wheeling, WV |
| W33EM-DTranslator | 47 mi | 121° ESE | Poor | Pittsburgh, PA |
| W13DP-DTranslator | 49 mi | 324° NW | Poor | Youngstown, OH |
| WNEOFull power | 51 mi | 303° WNW | Fair | Alliance, OH |
| WWKH-CDClass A | 51 mi | 153° SSE | Poor | Uniontown, PA |
| W36FK-DTranslator | 53 mi | 68° ENE | Poor | Altoona, PA |
| W30EI-DLow power | 53 mi | 341° NNW | Poor | Sharon, PA |
| WNPB-TVFull power | 59 mi | 163° SSE | Good | Morgantown, WV |
| WTOO-CDClass A | 59 mi | 99° E | Poor | Johnstown, PA |
| W27DG-DLow power | 64 mi | 295° WNW | Poor | Millersburg, OH |
How Emsworth compares with the rest of Pennsylvania
With 27 stations at fair strength or better, Emsworth ranks 288th of 1,015 places in Pennsylvania: more than the typical Pennsylvania town (24). Its nearest major network tower is 4.1 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
37% of Pennsylvania's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Pittsburgh, 7.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Emsworth: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 136° SE, the direction of WTAE-TV (ABC), 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 27 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 Emsworth, PA?
ABC is on channel 4 from WTAE-TV, broadcasting from 22 miles SE of Emsworth. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Emsworth, PA?
CBS is on channel 2 from KDKA-TV, broadcasting from 4.1 miles ESE of Emsworth. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Emsworth, PA?
NBC is on channel 11 from WPXI, broadcasting from 5.7 miles SE of Emsworth. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in Emsworth, PA?
Fox is on channel 53 from WPGH-TV, broadcasting from 4.8 miles ESE of Emsworth. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Emsworth, PA?
CW is on channel 22 from WPNT, broadcasting from 4.8 miles ESE of Emsworth. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Emsworth?
42 transmitters within 70 miles of Emsworth; around 27 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 Emsworth?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 117°. The main network towers for Emsworth sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Emsworth?
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 Emsworth?
WWLM-CD is only 1.6 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 Emsworth?
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 Pennsylvania · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Emsworth; signal estimates ignore terrain.