TV channels & antenna towers in Paris, Tennessee

Paris has 12 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, Fox and CW. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WKMU, 29 miles to the NNW.

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12TV transmitters within 70 miles

3networks over the air

29 mito the closest tower

10,150population

Network channels in Paris

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
ABCWBBJ-TVABC	7	50 mi	204° SSW	Good	Jackson, TN
CWWNBJ-LDCW	39.2	55 mi	209° SSW	Poor	Jackson, TN
FOXWJKTFox	16	56 mi	231° SW	Fair	Jackson, TN

Over-the-air TV in Paris

Paris, Tennessee has a population of about 10,200. There are 12 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power and 7 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

0 of them are within 25 miles of Paris, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 8 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 3 network stations in range are licensed to Jackson, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Jackson's stations.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 7 (WBBJ-TV), Fox on channel 16 (WJKT) and CW on channel 39.2 (WNBJ-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WTVF in Nashville, TN, 86 miles to the east. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WPSD-TV in Paducah, KY, 71 miles to the northwest. 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 Paris

Point your antenna SW, at about 218°. The main network towers for Paris sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

WJKT (Fox) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Paris. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Paris

The farthest main network tower for Paris is WJKT (Fox), 56 miles away with a fair 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 Paris

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
WKMUFull power	29 mi	337° NNW	Fair	Murray, KY
WUWT-LDLow power	41 mi	284° WNW	Poor	Union City, TN
WLJT-DTFull power	44 mi	201° SSW	Fair	Lexington, TN
W18EW-DLow power	45 mi	131° SE	Poor	Jackson, TN
WYJJ-LDLow power	53 mi	212° SSW	Poor	Jackson, TN
WCKV-LDLow power	56 mi	74° ENE	Poor	Clarksville, TN
WDHC-LDLow power	57 mi	90° E	Poor	Dickson-Nashville, TN
WKPDFull power	58 mi	341° NNW	Poor	Paducah, KY
WANF-LDLow power	67 mi	257° WSW	Poor	Dyersburg, TN

How Paris compares with the rest of Tennessee

With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Paris ranks 294th of 299 places in Tennessee: fewer than the typical Tennessee town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 50 miles away, against a state median of 23 miles.

31% of Tennessee's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Paris: 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 231° SW, the direction of WJKT (Fox), 56 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 4 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 Paris, TN?

ABC is on channel 7 from WBBJ-TV, broadcasting from 50 miles SSW of Paris. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Paris, TN?

Fox is on channel 16 from WJKT, broadcasting from 56 miles SW of Paris. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Paris, TN?

CW is on channel 39.2 from WNBJ-LD, broadcasting from 55 miles SSW of Paris. Estimated signal: very weak.

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

12 transmitters within 70 miles of Paris; around 4 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 Paris?

Point your antenna SW, at about 218°. The main network towers for Paris sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Paris?

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.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Paris?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Paris?

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 Tennessee · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Paris; signal estimates ignore terrain.