TV channels & antenna towers in Republic, Pennsylvania
Republic has 45 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 WWKH-CD, 14 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Republic
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCWTAE-TVABC | 4 | 22 mi | 10° N | Strong | Pittsburgh, PA |
| IONWINP-TVION | 16 | 34 mi | 352° N | Good | Pittsburgh, PA |
| NBCWPXINBC | 11 | 35 mi | 349° N | Good | Pittsburgh, PA |
| FOXWPGH-TVFox | 53 | 37 mi | 350° N | Good | Pittsburgh, PA |
| CWWPNTCW | 22 | 37 mi | 350° N | Good | Pittsburgh, PA |
| CBSKDKA-TVCBS | 2 | 37 mi | 348° NNW | Good | Pittsburgh, PA |
| ABCWWCP-TVABC | 8.2 | 41 mi | 68° ENE | Weak | Johnstown, PA |
| ABCWTRF-TVABC | 7.3 | 47 mi | 279° W | Fair | Wheeling, WV |
| FOXWTOV-TVFox | 9.2 | 47 mi | 304° NW | Fair | Steubenville, OH |
| CWWVFXCW | 10.2 | 52 mi | 209° SSW | Weak | Clarksburg, WV |
| CBSWDTVCBS | 5 | 52 mi | 209° SSW | Fair | Weston, WV |
| ABCWBOY-TVABC | 12.2 | 53 mi | 207° SSW | Weak | Clarksburg, WV |
| CWWJAC-TVCW | 6.4 | 55 mi | 59° ENE | Good | Johnstown, PA |
Over-the-air TV in Republic
Republic is a small community of about 1,100 people in Pennsylvania. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 45 licensed TV transmitters: 18 full-power, 10 Class A, 14 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 21 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.
3 of them are within 25 miles of Republic, 20 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 22 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 13 network stations in range are licensed to Pittsburgh, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Pittsburgh's stations.
The strongest network signals here 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). 5 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 Republic
Point your antenna N, at about 354°. The main network towers for Republic sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WPGH-TV, WPNT and KDKA-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 37 miles north of Republic (350° N). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Republic at fair strength or better, 60% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across four other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Republic, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Republic
The farthest main network tower for Republic is KDKA-TV (CBS), 37 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Republic
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 32; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WWKH-CDClass A | 14 mi | 122° ESE | Fair | Uniontown, PA |
| WNPB-TVFull power | 19 mi | 162° SSE | Strong | Morgantown, WV |
| WPCB-TVFull power | 30 mi | 10° N | Good | Greensburg, PA |
| WMVH-CDClass A | 30 mi | 352° N | Fair | Charleroi, PA |
| W33EM-DTranslator | 32 mi | 65° ENE | Weak | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WPDN-LDLow power | 34 mi | 352° N | Weak | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WWAT-CDClass A | 34 mi | 352° N | Fair | Charleroi, PA |
| WPTG-CDClass A | 34 mi | 352° N | Fair | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WBPA-LDLow power | 34 mi | 352° N | Weak | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WQEDFull power | 34 mi | 352° N | Fair | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WOSC-CDClass A | 34 mi | 352° N | Fair | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WBYD-CDClass A | 34 mi | 14° NNE | Fair | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WIIC-LDLow power | 34 mi | 14° NNE | Weak | Pittsburgh, PA |
| WPCWFull power | 37 mi | 348° NNW | Fair | Jeannette, PA |
| WWLM-CDClass A | 39 mi | 341° NNW | Weak | Washington, PA |
| W17EF-DTranslator | 40 mi | 296° WNW | Poor | Wheeling, WV |
| WWVW-LDLow power | 47 mi | 279° W | Poor | Wheeling, WV |
| WGPTFull power | 50 mi | 141° SE | Fair | Oakland, MD |
| W20DY-DLow power | 51 mi | 205° SSW | Poor | Roanoke, WV |
| W29FK-DLow power | 52 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Pittsburgh, PA |
| W35DI-DLow power | 52 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Roanoke, WV |
| W28FC-DLow power | 52 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Roanoke, WV |
| W32FY-DLow power | 52 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Clarksburg, WV |
| W25FS-DLow power | 52 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Clarksburg, WV |
| W24ER-DLow power | 52 mi | 205° SSW | Poor | Clarksburg, WV |
How Republic compares with the rest of Pennsylvania
With 21 stations at fair strength or better, Republic ranks 594th of 1,015 places in Pennsylvania: fewer than the typical Pennsylvania town (24). Its nearest major network tower is 22 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 Morgantown, 23 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Republic: 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 348° NNW, the direction of KDKA-TV (CBS), 37 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 Republic, PA?
ABC is on channel 4 from WTAE-TV, broadcasting from 22 miles N of Republic. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Republic, PA?
CBS is on channel 2 from KDKA-TV, broadcasting from 37 miles NNW of Republic. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Republic, PA?
NBC is on channel 11 from WPXI, broadcasting from 35 miles N of Republic. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Republic, PA?
Fox is on channel 53 from WPGH-TV, broadcasting from 37 miles N of Republic. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Republic, PA?
CW is on channel 22 from WPNT, broadcasting from 37 miles N of Republic. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Republic?
45 transmitters within 70 miles of Republic; around 21 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 Republic?
Point your antenna N, at about 354°. The main network towers for Republic sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Republic?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Republic?
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 Republic?
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 Republic; signal estimates ignore terrain.