TV channels & antenna towers in Addison, Texas
Addison has 39 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 26 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KXDA-LD, 9.2 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Addison
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIKUVN-CDUnivision | 23 | 20 mi | 239° WSW | Weak | Fort Worth, TX |
| UNIKUVN-DTUnivision | 23 | 27 mi | 198° SSW | Good | Garland, TX |
| TBNKDTX-TVTrinity | 58 | 27 mi | 198° SSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| IONKPXD-TVION | 68 | 27 mi | 198° SSW | Good | Arlington, TX |
| MeTVKAZDMeTV | 55.2 | 27 mi | 197° SSW | Good | Lake Dallas, TX |
| TLMKXTX-TVTelemundo | 39 | 27 mi | 197° SSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| NBCKXAS-TVNBC | 5 | 27 mi | 197° SSW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| FOXKDFWFox | 4 | 27 mi | 198° SSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| ABCWFAAABC | 8 | 27 mi | 198° SSW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| CWKDAFCW | 33 | 30 mi | 195° SSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| CBSKTVTCBS | 11 | 30 mi | 195° SSW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Addison
With roughly 15,500 residents, Addison is a town in Texas. Our map shows 39 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 18 full-power, 2 Class A and 19 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 26 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 18 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 8 transmitters are within 25 miles, 29 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 farther out. Five of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Dallas, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Dallas's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 8 (WFAA), CBS on channel 11 (KTVT), NBC on channel 5 (KXAS-TV), Fox on channel 4 (KDFW), CW on channel 33 (KDAF), ION on channel 68 (KPXD-TV), Telemundo on channel 39 (KXTX-TV), Univision on channel 23 (KUVN-DT), MeTV on channel 55.2 (KAZD) and Trinity on channel 58 (KDTX-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 8 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 Addison
Point your antenna SSW, at about 197°. The main network towers for Addison sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Eight network stations, KUVN-DT, KDTX-TV, KPXD-TV, KAZD and KXTX-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 27 miles south of Addison (198° SSW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Addison at fair strength or better, all arrive from the south, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Addison, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Addison
The farthest main network tower for Addison is KTVT (CBS), 30 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 stations near Addison
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 28; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KXDA-LDLow power | 9.2 mi | 117° ESE | Fair | Garland, TX |
| KLEG-CDClass A | 13 mi | 173° S | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KHFW-LDLow power | 15 mi | 39° NE | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| KJJM-LDLow power | 22 mi | 225° SW | Weak | Dallas & Mesquite, TX |
| K07AAD-DLow power | 22 mi | 225° SW | Weak | Fort Worth, TX |
| KPFW-LDLow power | 22 mi | 225° SW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| K26PS-DLow power | 22 mi | 62° ENE | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| KTXD-TVFull power | 27 mi | 198° SSW | Good | Greenville, TX |
| KNAV-LDLow power | 27 mi | 198° SSW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| KDTNFull power | 27 mi | 198° SSW | Good | Denton, TX |
| KHPK-LDLow power | 27 mi | 198° SSW | Weak | De Soto, TX |
| KPTD-LPLow power | 27 mi | 198° SSW | Good | Paris, TX |
| KZFW-LDLow power | 27 mi | 197° SSW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| KFWDFull power | 27 mi | 197° SSW | Fair | Fort Worth, TX |
| KBOP-LDLow power | 27 mi | 197° SSW | Fair | Dallas-Ft Worth, TX |
| KODF-LDLow power | 27 mi | 197° SSW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| KHFD-LDLow power | 27 mi | 197° SSW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| K26KC-DLow power | 27 mi | 197° SSW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| KDFIFull power | 27 mi | 198° SSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KFAA-TVFull power | 27 mi | 198° SSW | Good | Decatur, TX |
| KERA-TVFull power | 30 mi | 195° SSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KTXAFull power | 30 mi | 195° SSW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| KSTR-DTFull power | 30 mi | 195° SSW | Good | Irving, TX |
| KBFW-LDLow power | 33 mi | 244° WSW | Poor | Arlington, TX |
| K11XN-DLow power | 43 mi | 245° WSW | Poor | Mineral Wells, TX |
How Addison compares with the rest of Texas
With 26 stations at fair strength or better, Addison ranks 128th of 1,039 places in Texas: more than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 20 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
43% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Carrollton, 3.6 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Addison: 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 195° SSW, the direction of KTVT (CBS), 30 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 26 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 Addison, TX?
ABC is on channel 8 from WFAA, broadcasting from 27 miles SSW of Addison. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Addison, TX?
CBS is on channel 11 from KTVT, broadcasting from 30 miles SSW of Addison. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Addison, TX?
NBC is on channel 5 from KXAS-TV, broadcasting from 27 miles SSW of Addison. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Addison, TX?
Fox is on channel 4 from KDFW, broadcasting from 27 miles SSW of Addison. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Addison, TX?
CW is on channel 33 from KDAF, broadcasting from 30 miles SSW of Addison. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Addison?
39 transmitters within 70 miles of Addison; around 26 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 Addison?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 197°. The main network towers for Addison sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Addison?
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 Addison?
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 Addison?
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 Texas cities
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- Farmers Branch4.6 mi
- Richardson5.8 mi
- University Park7.9 mi
- Plano8.5 mi
- Highland Park9.1 mi
- The Colony9.4 mi
- Coppell11 mi
- Lewisville11 mi
- Garland12 mi
- Irving12 mi
- Dallas12 mi
- Frisco13 mi
- Murphy13 mi
- Allen13 mi
- Sachse14 mi
- Grapevine15 mi
- Little Elm15 mi
- Highland Village15 mi
- Lake Dallas16 mi
- Rowlett16 mi
- Flower Mound16 mi
- Lucas17 mi
- Euless17 mi
More: all TV stations in Texas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Addison; signal estimates ignore terrain.