TV channels & antenna towers in Warren, Pennsylvania
Warren has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 8 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W24EU-D, 34 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Warren
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWICU-TVNBC | 12 | 49 mi | 286° WNW | Weak | Erie, PA |
| CBSWSEE-TVCBS | 35 | 49 mi | 286° WNW | Fair | Erie, PA |
| FOXWFXPFox | 66 | 49 mi | 286° WNW | Good | Erie, PA |
| CWWJET-TVCW | 24.2 | 49 mi | 286° WNW | Good | Erie, PA |
| MeTVWBBZ-TVMeTV | 67.3 | 54 mi | 23° NNE | Poor | Springville, NY |
| ABCWKBW-TVABC | 7 | 61 mi | 26° NNE | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| CBSWIVB-TVCBS | 4 | 62 mi | 25° NNE | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| CWWNLOCW | 23 | 62 mi | 25° NNE | Good | Buffalo, NY |
| NBCWGRZNBC | 2 | 67 mi | 26° NNE | Weak | Buffalo, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Warren
Warren is a town of about 9,330 people in Pennsylvania. There are 21 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 12 full-power, 1 Class A and 8 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 8 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 6 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Warren, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 19 are more than 45 miles out. Four of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Erie, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Erie's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 7 (WKBW-TV), CBS on channel 4 (WIVB-TV), NBC on channel 12 (WICU-TV), Fox on channel 66 (WFXP), CW on channel 24.2 (WJET-TV) and MeTV on channel 67.3 (WBBZ-TV). 3 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 Warren
The main network towers around Warren are in different directions: ABC 26° NNE (61 mi), CBS 25° NNE (62 mi), NBC 286° WNW (49 mi) and Fox 286° WNW (49 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Four network stations, WICU-TV, WSEE-TV, WFXP and WJET-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 49 miles west of Warren (286° WNW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Warren at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WKBW-TV (ABC) and WIVB-TV (CBS) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Warren. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Warren
The farthest main network tower for Warren is WIVB-TV (CBS), 62 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 stations near Warren
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W24EU-DLow power | 34 mi | 295° WNW | Weak | Erie, PA |
| WNYBFull power | 38 mi | 354° N | Weak | Jamestown, NY |
| W32DH-DLow power | 49 mi | 286° WNW | Poor | Erie, PA |
| W23FH-DLow power | 49 mi | 286° WNW | Poor | New Castle, PA |
| WXTM-LDLow power | 49 mi | 286° WNW | Poor | Erie, PA |
| WQLNFull power | 49 mi | 286° WNW | Fair | Erie, PA |
| WEPA-LDLow power | 51 mi | 291° WNW | Poor | Erie, PA |
| WBUO-LDLow power | 59 mi | 22° NNE | Poor | Buffalo, NY |
| WTOO-LDLow power | 62 mi | 151° SSE | Poor | Clearfield, PA |
| WPSU-TVFull power | 62 mi | 144° SE | Good | Clearfield, PA |
| WWHC-LDLow power | 67 mi | 26° NNE | Poor | Olean, NY |
| WVTT-CDClass A | 67 mi | 26° NNE | Poor | Olean, NY |
How Warren compares with the rest of Pennsylvania
With 8 stations at fair strength or better, Warren ranks 950th of 1,015 places in Pennsylvania: fewer than the typical Pennsylvania town (24). Its nearest major network tower is 49 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
19% of Pennsylvania's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Jamestown, 18 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Warren: 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 25° NNE, the direction of WIVB-TV (CBS), 62 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 8 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 Warren, PA?
ABC is on channel 7 from WKBW-TV, broadcasting from 61 miles NNE of Warren. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Warren, PA?
CBS is on channel 4 from WIVB-TV, broadcasting from 62 miles NNE of Warren. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Warren, PA?
NBC is on channel 12 from WICU-TV, broadcasting from 49 miles WNW of Warren. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Warren, PA?
Fox is on channel 66 from WFXP, broadcasting from 49 miles WNW of Warren. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Warren, PA?
CW is on channel 24.2 from WJET-TV, broadcasting from 49 miles WNW of Warren. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Warren?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Warren; around 8 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 Warren?
The main network towers around Warren are in different directions: ABC 26° NNE (61 mi), CBS 25° NNE (62 mi), NBC 286° WNW (49 mi) and Fox 286° WNW (49 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Warren?
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 100° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Warren?
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 Warren?
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 Warren; signal estimates ignore terrain.