TV channels & antenna towers in Fairmount, Tennessee
Fairmount has 33 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, CW and MeTV. About 12 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WCYB-TV (CW), 10 miles to the SSE.
Network channels in Fairmount
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWCYB-TVCW | 5.2 | 10 mi | 160° SSE | Strong | Bristol, VA |
| ABCWJHL-TVABC | 11.2 | 11 mi | 170° S | Good | Johnson City, TN |
| MeTVWAPK-CDMeTV | 36.1 | 11 mi | 170° S | Good | Bristol Va/Kingsport, TN |
| CBSWYMT-TVCBS | 57 | 70 mi | 307° NW | Poor | Hazard, KY |
Over-the-air TV in Fairmount
Fairmount, Tennessee has a population of about 2,600. Our map shows 33 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 9 full-power, 6 Class A, 2 low-power and 16 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 12 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 9 transmitters are within 25 miles, 5 between 25 and 45 miles, and 19 farther out.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 11.2 (WJHL-TV), CBS on channel 57 (WYMT-TV), CW on channel 5.2 (WCYB-TV) and MeTV on channel 36.1 (WAPK-CD). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WXII-TV in Winston-Salem, NC, 101 miles to the east. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WHNS in Greenville, SC, 101 miles to the south. 6 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 Fairmount
The main network towers around Fairmount are in different directions: ABC 170° S (11 mi) and CBS 307° NW (70 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Three network stations, WCYB-TV, WJHL-TV and WAPK-CD, transmit from the same tower site about 10 miles south of Fairmount (160° SSE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Fairmount at fair strength or better, all arrive from the south, so this is an easy place to aim.
WYMT-TV (CBS) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Fairmount. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Fairmount
The farthest main network tower for Fairmount is WYMT-TV (CBS), 70 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
WCYB-TV is only 10 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 Fairmount
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 29; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WEMTFull power | 10 mi | 160° SSE | Strong | Greeneville, TN |
| WOPI-CDClass A | 11 mi | 170° S | Fair | Bristol,Va/Kingsport, TN |
| WKPT-TVFull power | 11 mi | 170° S | Strong | Kingsport, TN |
| WKIN-CDClass A | 23 mi | 260° W | Weak | Weber Cy,Va-Kpt,Tn, VA |
| WKPZ-CDClass A | 23 mi | 260° W | Fair | Kingsport, TN |
| WKPT-CDClass A | 23 mi | 260° W | Fair | Kingsport, TN |
| W30CS-DTranslator | 32 mi | 128° SE | Weak | Zionville, NC |
| W27EK-DTranslator | 35 mi | 133° SE | Poor | Boone, NC |
| W30EF-DTranslator | 39 mi | 103° ESE | Poor | Jefferson, NC |
| WUNE-TVFull power | 40 mi | 153° SSE | Good | Linville, NC |
| WAPW-CDClass A | 41 mi | 58° ENE | Weak | Abingdon, Etc., VA |
| W07DS-DTranslator | 45 mi | 189° S | Poor | Burnsville, NC |
| W35CO-DTranslator | 45 mi | 189° S | Poor | Burnsville, NC |
| W31DI-DTranslator | 49 mi | 176° S | Poor | Spruce Pine, NC |
| WKPI-TVFull power | 52 mi | 338° NNW | Fair | Pikeville, KY |
| WJDW-LDLow power | 55 mi | 40° NE | Poor | Tazewell, VA |
| W15EL-DTranslator | 55 mi | 203° SSW | Poor | Mars Hill, NC |
| W12CI-DTranslator | 58 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Hot Springs, NC |
| WETP-TVFull power | 58 mi | 256° WSW | Good | Sneedville, TN |
| W15EF-DTranslator | 58 mi | 94° E | Poor | Sparta, NC |
| WJDG-LDLow power | 60 mi | 47° NE | Poor | Grundy, VA |
| W23ES-DTranslator | 61 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Marshall, NC |
| W22FB-DTranslator | 64 mi | 172° S | Poor | Marion, NC |
| W15DY-DTranslator | 64 mi | 172° S | Poor | Marion, Etc., NC |
| W10AD-DTranslator | 67 mi | 188° S | Poor | Montreat, NC |
How Fairmount compares with the rest of Tennessee
With 12 stations at fair strength or better, Fairmount ranks 200th of 299 places in Tennessee: fewer than the typical Tennessee town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 10 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.
31% of Tennessee's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Bristol, 1.2 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Fairmount: 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 307° NW, the direction of WYMT-TV (CBS), 70 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 12 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 Fairmount, TN?
ABC is on channel 11.2 from WJHL-TV, broadcasting from 11 miles S of Fairmount. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Fairmount, TN?
CBS is on channel 57 from WYMT-TV, broadcasting from 70 miles NW of Fairmount. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Fairmount, TN?
CW is on channel 5.2 from WCYB-TV, broadcasting from 10 miles SSE of Fairmount. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Fairmount?
33 transmitters within 70 miles of Fairmount; around 12 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 Fairmount?
The main network towers around Fairmount are in different directions: ABC 170° S (11 mi) and CBS 307° NW (70 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Fairmount?
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 137° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Fairmount?
WCYB-TV is only 10 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 Fairmount?
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 Tennessee cities
- Bristol1.2 mi
- Elizabethton16 mi
- Bloomingdale18 mi
- Colonial Heights20 mi
- Johnson City21 mi
- Mountain City22 mi
- Kingsport22 mi
- Jonesborough26 mi
- Mount Carmel27 mi
- Roan Mountain27 mi
- Church Hill30 mi
- Erwin33 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Bristol, VA1.2 mi
- Abingdon, VA14 mi
- Castlewood, VA22 mi
- Lebanon, VA22 mi
- Saltville, VA31 mi
- Boone, NC38 mi
- Big Stone Gap, VA38 mi
- Marion, VA40 mi
- Jefferson, NC40 mi
- Richlands, VA41 mi
- Clintwood, VA42 mi
- Spruce Pine, NC47 mi
More: all TV stations in Tennessee · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Fairmount; signal estimates ignore terrain.