TV channels & antenna towers in Selby, South Dakota
Selby has 2 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K17KW-D, 8.7 miles to the SSE.
Over-the-air TV in Selby
With roughly 634 residents, Selby is a small community in South Dakota. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 2 licensed TV transmitters: 1 full-power and 1 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 0 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KBMY in Bismarck, ND, 83 miles to the northwest. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KVLY-TV in Fargo, ND, 182 miles to the northeast. No CBS affiliate is listed within 250 miles of Selby. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Selby
Point your antenna SSE, at about 161°. The nearest towers for Selby sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Selby, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Selby
The farthest of the closest towers for Selby is KQSD-TV, 16 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 TV stations near Selby
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K17KW-DLow power | 8.7 mi | 150° SSE | Fair | Gettysburg, SD |
| KQSD-TVFull power | 16 mi | 172° S | Good | Lowry, SD |
How Selby compares with the rest of South Dakota
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Selby ranks 68th of 101 places in South Dakota: fewer than the typical South Dakota town (4).
35% of South Dakota's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Selby: 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 172° S, the direction of KQSD-TV, 16 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 2 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Selby?
2 transmitters within 70 miles of Selby; around 2 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 Selby?
Point your antenna SSE, at about 161°. The nearest towers for Selby sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Selby?
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 Selby?
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 Selby?
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 South Dakota · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Selby; signal estimates ignore terrain.