TV channels & antenna towers in Ridgeville, South Carolina
Ridgeville has 22 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox, CW and MeTV. About 13 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WLOW-LD, 9.6 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Ridgeville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWTAT-TVFox | 24 | 37 mi | 106° ESE | Good | Charleston, SC |
| ABCWCIVABC | 36.2 | 37 mi | 106° ESE | Good | Charleston, SC |
| CWWCBD-TVCW | 2.2 | 37 mi | 106° ESE | Good | Charleston, SC |
| MeTVWGWGMeTV | 4.1 | 38 mi | 108° ESE | Good | Charleston, SC |
| CBSWCSC-TVCBS | 5 | 38 mi | 108° ESE | Good | Charleston, SC |
Over-the-air TV in Ridgeville
Ridgeville, South Carolina has a population of about 1,840. There are 22 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 9 full-power, 2 Class A and 11 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 13 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 11 between 25 and 45 miles, and 8 farther out. Five of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Charleston, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Charleston's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 36.2 (WCIV), CBS on channel 5 (WCSC-TV), Fox on channel 24 (WTAT-TV), CW on channel 2.2 (WCBD-TV) and MeTV on channel 4.1 (WGWG). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WMBF-TV in Myrtle Beach, SC, 84 miles to the northeast. 4 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 Ridgeville
Point your antenna ESE, at about 107°. The main network towers for Ridgeville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, WTAT-TV, WCIV, WCBD-TV, WGWG and WCSC-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 37 miles east of Ridgeville (106° ESE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Ridgeville at fair strength or better, all arrive from the east, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Ridgeville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Ridgeville
The farthest main network tower for Ridgeville is WCSC-TV (CBS), 38 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Ridgeville
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WLOW-LDLow power | 9.6 mi | 115° ESE | Good | Charleston, SC |
| WAZS-LDLow power | 17 mi | 133° SE | Fair | North Charleston, SC |
| WJNI-LDLow power | 17 mi | 133° SE | Fair | North Charleston, SC |
| WBSE-LDLow power | 29 mi | 132° SE | Fair | Charleston, SC |
| WHDC-LDLow power | 34 mi | 124° SE | Poor | Charleston, SC |
| WLCN-CDClass A | 34 mi | 124° SE | Fair | Charleston, SC |
| WJWJ-TVFull power | 34 mi | 219° SW | Good | Beaufort, SC |
| WITVFull power | 38 mi | 108° ESE | Good | Charleston, SC |
| WZCH-LDLow power | 38 mi | 108° ESE | Weak | Charleston, SC |
| W14EP-DLow power | 54 mi | 207° SSW | Poor | Beaufort, Etc., SC |
| W31FD-DLow power | 54 mi | 207° SSW | Poor | Bluffton-Hilton Head, SC |
| W29EN-DLow power | 54 mi | 207° SSW | Poor | Beaufort-Ladys Island, SC |
| WRJA-TVFull power | 54 mi | 3° N | Fair | Sumter, SC |
| WEBA-TVFull power | 63 mi | 276° W | Weak | Allendale, SC |
| W15ES-DLow power | 63 mi | 67° ENE | Poor | Georgetown, SC |
| W30CV-DClass A | 68 mi | 208° SSW | Poor | Hilton Head Island, SC |
| W16EL-DLow power | 68 mi | 302° WNW | Poor | Augusta, GA |
How Ridgeville compares with the rest of South Carolina
With 13 stations at fair strength or better, Ridgeville ranks 166th of 244 places in South Carolina: fewer than the typical South Carolina town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 37 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. The nearest larger city is Summerville, 9.7 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Ridgeville: 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 108° ESE, the direction of WCSC-TV (CBS), 38 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 13 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 Ridgeville, SC?
ABC is on channel 36.2 from WCIV, broadcasting from 37 miles ESE of Ridgeville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Ridgeville, SC?
CBS is on channel 5 from WCSC-TV, broadcasting from 38 miles ESE of Ridgeville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Ridgeville, SC?
Fox is on channel 24 from WTAT-TV, broadcasting from 37 miles ESE of Ridgeville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Ridgeville, SC?
CW is on channel 2.2 from WCBD-TV, broadcasting from 37 miles ESE of Ridgeville. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Ridgeville?
22 transmitters within 70 miles of Ridgeville; around 13 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 Ridgeville?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 107°. The main network towers for Ridgeville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Ridgeville?
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 Ridgeville?
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 Ridgeville?
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 South Carolina cities
- Summerville9.7 mi
- Centerville11 mi
- Lincolnville11 mi
- Sangaree12 mi
- Ladson14 mi
- Saint George16 mi
- Holly Hill17 mi
- Goose Creek18 mi
- Moncks Corner19 mi
- Hanahan21 mi
- Walterboro24 mi
- Hollywood25 mi
- North Charleston26 mi
- Charleston31 mi
- James Island33 mi
- Mount Pleasant34 mi
- Seabrook Island37 mi
- Awendaw41 mi
- Orangeburg42 mi
- Manning42 mi
- Bamberg44 mi
- Saint Matthews48 mi
- Kingstree48 mi
- Hampton49 mi
More: all TV stations in South Carolina · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Ridgeville; signal estimates ignore terrain.