TV channels & antenna towers in Alpine, Texas
Alpine has 23 TV transmitters within 150 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW, ION and Univision. About 0 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KWES-TV (NBC), 122 miles to the NNE.
Network channels in Alpine
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCKWES-TVNBC | 9 | 122 mi | 22° NNE | Poor | Odessa, TX |
| UNIKUPBUnivision | 18 | 122 mi | 33° NNE | Poor | Midland, TX |
| CWKOSA-TVCW | 7.2 | 122 mi | 31° NNE | Poor | Odessa, TX |
| IONKTLE-LDION | 7.7 | 132 mi | 36° NE | Poor | Odessa, TX |
| MeTVKWWTMeTV | 30.2 | 142 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Odessa, TX |
| FOXKPEJ-TVFox | 24 | 145 mi | 34° NNE | Poor | Odessa, TX |
| ABCKMIDABC | 2 | 145 mi | 34° NNE | Poor | Midland, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Alpine
With roughly 5,950 residents, Alpine is a town in Texas. Within 150 miles of the town center we count 23 licensed TV transmitters: 9 full-power, 11 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, none are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 23 farther out. Five of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Odessa, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Odessa's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 2 (KMID), NBC on channel 9 (KWES-TV), Fox on channel 24 (KPEJ-TV), CW on channel 7.2 (KOSA-TV), ION on channel 7.7 (KTLE-LD), Univision on channel 18 (KUPB) and MeTV on channel 30.2 (KWWT). No CBS affiliate is listed within 150 miles; the nearest one in our data is KDBC-TV in El Paso, TX, 195 miles to the northwest. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (very weak signal). 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 Alpine
Point your antenna NNE, at about 30°. The main network towers for Alpine sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KPEJ-TV and KMID, transmit from the same tower site about 145 miles northeast of Alpine (34° NNE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
KMID (ABC), KWES-TV (NBC) and KPEJ-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Alpine. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Alpine
The farthest main network tower for Alpine is KPEJ-TV (Fox), 145 miles away with a very weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest a long-range outdoor antenna with a preamp 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 Alpine
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K25QA-DLow power | 125 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Odessa, TX |
| KMDF-LDLow power | 132 mi | 36° NE | Poor | Midland, TX |
| KMLM-DTFull power | 142 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Odessa, TX |
| K29NW-DLow power | 143 mi | 39° NE | Poor | Midland, TX |
| K21GU-DLow power | 143 mi | 39° NE | Poor | Midland, TX |
| KPBT-TVFull power | 144 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Odessa, TX |
| KEOO-LDLow power | 144 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Midland, TX |
| K34MX-DLow power | 144 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Odessa, TX |
| K06QA-DLow power | 144 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Odessa, TX |
| K12XO-DLow power | 144 mi | 34° NE | Poor | Midland/Odessa, TX |
| K28NM-DLow power | 147 mi | 347° NNW | Poor | Carlsbad, NM |
| K17OW-DLow power | 147 mi | 12° NNE | Poor | Hobbs, NM |
| K17MN-DTranslator | 147 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Carlsbad, NM |
| KTEL-TVFull power | 147 mi | 348° NNW | Poor | Carlsbad, NM |
| K33NX-DTranslator | 148 mi | 346° NNW | Poor | Carlsbad, NM |
| K23MV-DTranslator | 148 mi | 346° NNW | Poor | Carlsbad, NM |
How Alpine compares with the rest of Texas
With 0 stations at fair strength or better, Alpine ranks 1,012th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 122 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
1% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: a long-range outdoor antenna with a preamp.
Setting up an antenna in Alpine: 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 34° NNE, the direction of KPEJ-TV (Fox), 145 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 0 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 Alpine, TX?
ABC is on channel 2 from KMID, broadcasting from 145 miles NNE of Alpine. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is NBC in Alpine, TX?
NBC is on channel 9 from KWES-TV, broadcasting from 122 miles NNE of Alpine. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Fox in Alpine, TX?
Fox is on channel 24 from KPEJ-TV, broadcasting from 145 miles NNE of Alpine. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Alpine, TX?
CW is on channel 7.2 from KOSA-TV, broadcasting from 122 miles NNE of Alpine. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is Univision in Alpine, TX?
Univision is on channel 18 from KUPB, broadcasting from 122 miles NNE of Alpine. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Alpine?
23 transmitters within 150 miles of Alpine; around 0 of them are likely to be receivable with long-range outdoor antenna + preamp. 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 Alpine?
Point your antenna NNE, at about 30°. The main network towers for Alpine sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Alpine?
Long-range outdoor antenna + preamp (70+ miles). This is fringe territory. Use a large outdoor antenna as high as possible, add a mast-mounted preamplifier, and aim carefully.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Alpine?
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.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Alpine?
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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