TV channels & antenna towers in Greenville, South Carolina

Greenville has 54 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 17 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WNGS-LD, 6.2 miles to the N.

54TV transmitters within 70 miles
6networks over the air
6.2 mito the closest tower
64,579population

Network channels in Greenville

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
NBCWYFFNBC4 22 mi326° NW StrongGreenville, SC
CWWYCWCW62 23 mi15° NNE FairAsheville, NC
CBSWSPA-TVCBS7 23 mi15° NNE FairSpartanburg, SC
FOXWHNSFox21 28 mi325° NW GoodGreenville, SC
ABCWLOSABC13 45 mi333° NNW FairAsheville, NC
MeTVWGTAMeTV32.1 58 mi253° WSW WeakToccoa, GA

Over-the-air TV in Greenville

With roughly 64,600 residents, Greenville is a city in South Carolina. Our map shows 54 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 11 full-power, 5 low-power and 38 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 17 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 10 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 12 transmitters are within 25 miles, 11 between 25 and 45 miles, and 31 farther out. Greenville is a broadcast hub in its own right: two of the 6 network stations in range are licensed here.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 13 (WLOS), CBS on channel 7 (WSPA-TV), NBC on channel 4 (WYFF), Fox on channel 21 (WHNS), CW on channel 62 (WYCW) and MeTV on channel 32.1 (WGTA). 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 Greenville

The main network towers around Greenville are in different directions: ABC 333° NNW (45 mi), CBS 15° NNE (23 mi), NBC 326° NW (22 mi) and Fox 325° NW (28 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Two network stations, WYCW and WSPA-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 23 miles north of Greenville (15° NNE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.

Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Greenville at fair strength or better, 60% arrive from the northwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Greenville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Greenville

The farthest main network tower for Greenville is WLOS (ABC), 45 miles away with a fair 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.

WNTV is only 6.2 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 Greenville

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 48; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
WNGS-LDLow power6.2 mi 351° NGoodGreenville, SC
W15EJ-DTranslator6.2 mi 351° NGoodHendersonville, NC
W16DY-DLow power6.2 mi 351° NGoodHonea Path, SC
WNTVFull power6.2 mi 351° NStrongGreenville, SC
WRET-TVFull power6.2 mi 351° NStrongSpartanburg, SC
W31DY-DTranslator6.2 mi 351° NFairPickens, SC
WSQY-LDLow power6.2 mi 351° NGoodGreenville, SC
W10AJ-DTranslator6.3 mi 351° NFairGreenville, SC
WMYA-TVFull power16 mi 154° SSEStrongAnderson, SC
W21EP-DTranslator27 mi 341° NNWFairSapphire Valley,Etc., NC
W32FI-DTranslator28 mi 325° NWWeakBrevard, NC
W22EY-DLow power28 mi 325° NWWeakGreenville, SC
W32EO-DTranslator30 mi 16° NNEPoorTryon, Etc., NC
W07DT-DTranslator30 mi 16° NNEPoorTryon & Columbus, NC
W16DZ-DTranslator30 mi 16° NNEPoorTryon, NC
WNEHFull power36 mi 159° SSEGoodGreenwood, SC
W31FJ-DTranslator40 mi 11° NPoorBat Cave, Etc., NC
WUNF-TVFull power45 mi 333° NNWFairAsheville, NC
W35DT-DTranslator47 mi 353° NPoorBeaver Dam, NC
W35CK-DTranslator48 mi 286° WNWPoorHighlands, NC
W32FE-DTranslator49 mi 220° SWPoorHartwell & Royston, GA
W33EH-DTranslator49 mi 1° NPoorBlack Mountain, NC
W12AQ-DTranslator53 mi 3° NPoorBlack Mountain, NC
WASV-LDLow power53 mi 343° NNWPoorAsheville, NC
W34DX-DTranslator53 mi 343° NNWPoorWest Asheville, NC

How Greenville compares with the rest of South Carolina

With 17 stations at fair strength or better, Greenville ranks 63rd of 244 places in South Carolina: more than the typical South Carolina town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 22 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.

59% of South Carolina's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Greenville: step by step

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 333° NNW, the direction of WLOS (ABC), 45 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 17 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Greenville, SC?

ABC is on channel 13 from WLOS, broadcasting from 45 miles NNW of Greenville. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CBS in Greenville, SC?

CBS is on channel 7 from WSPA-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles NNE of Greenville. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is NBC in Greenville, SC?

NBC is on channel 4 from WYFF, broadcasting from 22 miles NW of Greenville. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Greenville, SC?

Fox is on channel 21 from WHNS, broadcasting from 28 miles NW of Greenville. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Greenville, SC?

CW is on channel 62 from WYCW, broadcasting from 23 miles NNE of Greenville. Estimated signal: fair.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Greenville?

54 transmitters within 70 miles of Greenville; around 17 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 Greenville?

The main network towers around Greenville are in different directions: ABC 333° NNW (45 mi), CBS 15° NNE (23 mi), NBC 326° NW (22 mi) and Fox 325° NW (28 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Greenville?

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 Greenville?

WNTV is only 6.2 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 Greenville?

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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