TV channels & antenna towers in Parsons, Tennessee

Parsons has 12 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, Fox and CW. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WLJT-DT, 27 miles to the W.

Open Parsons in the live finder

12TV transmitters within 70 miles

3networks over the air

27 mito the closest tower

2,337population

Network channels in Parsons

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
ABCWBBJ-TVABC	7	32 mi	269° W	Good	Jackson, TN
CWWNBJ-LDCW	39.2	38 mi	265° W	Weak	Jackson, TN
FOXWJKTFox	16	55 mi	280° W	Fair	Jackson, TN

Over-the-air TV in Parsons

Parsons, Tennessee has a population of about 2,340. There are 12 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 3 full-power, 1 Class A and 8 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.

0 of them are within 25 miles of Parsons, 7 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 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.

For the networks, the best local options 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 northeast. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WSMV-TV in Nashville, TN, 78 miles to the northeast. 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 Parsons

Point your antenna W, at about 275°. The main network towers for Parsons 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 Parsons. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Parsons

The farthest main network tower for Parsons is WJKT (Fox), 55 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.

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 Parsons

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
WLJT-DTFull power	27 mi	278° W	Good	Lexington, TN
W18EW-DLow power	28 mi	55° NE	Weak	Jackson, TN
W33EB-DLow power	31 mi	173° S	Fair	Olive Hill, TN
W32EV-DClass A	32 mi	205° SSW	Fair	Adamsville, TN
WYJJ-LDLow power	40 mi	270° W	Poor	Jackson, TN
WDDY-LDLow power	62 mi	209° SSW	Poor	Corinth, MS
WDHC-LDLow power	64 mi	46° NE	Poor	Dickson-Nashville, TN
W12DR-DLow power	66 mi	259° W	Poor	Jackson, TN
WFET-LDLow power	67 mi	91° E	Poor	Columbia, TN

How Parsons compares with the rest of Tennessee

With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Parsons ranks 276th of 299 places in Tennessee: fewer than the typical Tennessee town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 32 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 Jackson, 39 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Parsons: 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 280° W, the direction of WJKT (Fox), 55 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 5 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 Parsons, TN?

ABC is on channel 7 from WBBJ-TV, broadcasting from 32 miles W of Parsons. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Parsons, TN?

Fox is on channel 16 from WJKT, broadcasting from 55 miles W of Parsons. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CW in Parsons, TN?

CW is on channel 39.2 from WNBJ-LD, broadcasting from 38 miles W of Parsons. Estimated signal: weak.

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

12 transmitters within 70 miles of Parsons; around 5 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 Parsons?

Point your antenna W, at about 275°. The main network towers for Parsons sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Parsons?

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 Parsons?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Parsons?

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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