TV channels & antenna towers in Union City, Tennessee
Union City has 14 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox and CW. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WUWT-LD, 1.9 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Union City
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXWJKTFox | 16 | 44 mi | 183° S | Good | Jackson, TN |
| NBCWPSD-TVNBC | 6 | 53 mi | 4° N | Good | Paducah, KY |
| ABCWBBJ-TVABC | 7 | 58 mi | 159° SSE | Fair | Jackson, TN |
| CWWNBJ-LDCW | 39.2 | 59 mi | 166° SSE | Poor | Jackson, TN |
Over-the-air TV in Union City
With roughly 10,600 residents, Union City is a town in Tennessee. Our map shows 14 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 6 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Union City, 4 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 9 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 4 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), NBC on channel 6 (WPSD-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 WREG-TV in Memphis, TN, 96 miles to the southwest. 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 Union City
The main network towers around Union City are in different directions: ABC 159° SSE (58 mi), NBC 4° N (53 mi) and Fox 183° S (44 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Union City at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WBBJ-TV (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Union City. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Union City
The farthest main network tower for Union City is WBBJ-TV (ABC), 58 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
WUWT-LD is only 1.9 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 Union City
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WUWT-LDLow power | 1.9 mi | 37° NE | Strong | Union City, TN |
| KJBW-LDLow power | 32 mi | 302° WNW | Weak | New Madrid, MO |
| WANF-LDLow power | 34 mi | 225° SW | Weak | Dyersburg, TN |
| WKMUFull power | 34 mi | 57° ENE | Fair | Murray, KY |
| WKPDFull power | 51 mi | 25° NNE | Weak | Paducah, KY |
| WYJJ-LDLow power | 55 mi | 167° SSE | Poor | Jackson, TN |
| WLJT-DTFull power | 56 mi | 153° SSE | Weak | Lexington, TN |
| W12DR-DLow power | 67 mi | 191° S | Poor | Jackson, TN |
| WDKAFull power | 67 mi | 5° N | Weak | Paducah, KY |
| K10KM-DTranslator | 70 mi | 339° NNW | Poor | Cape Girardeau, MO |
How Union City compares with the rest of Tennessee
With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Union City ranks 276th of 299 places in Tennessee: fewer than the typical Tennessee town (15). Its nearest major network tower is 44 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 Union City: 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 159° SSE, the direction of WBBJ-TV (ABC), 58 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 Union City, TN?
ABC is on channel 7 from WBBJ-TV, broadcasting from 58 miles SSE of Union City. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Union City, TN?
NBC is on channel 6 from WPSD-TV, broadcasting from 53 miles N of Union City. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Union City, TN?
Fox is on channel 16 from WJKT, broadcasting from 44 miles S of Union City. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Union City, TN?
CW is on channel 39.2 from WNBJ-LD, broadcasting from 59 miles SSE of Union City. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Union City?
14 transmitters within 70 miles of Union City; 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 Union City?
The main network towers around Union City are in different directions: ABC 159° SSE (58 mi), NBC 4° N (53 mi) and Fox 183° S (44 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Union City?
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 179° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Union City?
WUWT-LD is only 1.9 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 Union City?
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 Union City; signal estimates ignore terrain.