TV channels & antenna towers in Bloomington, Texas
Bloomington has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW, ION and Telemundo. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K36ND-D, 9.4 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Bloomington
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLMKVTX-LDTelemundo | 45 | 20 mi | 314° NW | Fair | Victoria, TX |
| CBSKXTS-LDCBS | 41 | 20 mi | 314° NW | Fair | Victoria, TX |
| CWKVCTCW | 19.3 | 20 mi | 314° NW | Fair | Victoria, TX |
| UNIKUNU-LDUnivision | 21 | 20 mi | 314° NW | Fair | Victoria, TX |
| ABCKAVU-TVABC | 25 | 20 mi | 314° NW | Strong | Victoria, TX |
| NBCKMOL-LDNBC | 17 | 20 mi | 314° NW | Fair | Victoria, TX |
| IONKYDF-LDION | 34.3 | 68 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Corpus Christi, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Bloomington
Bloomington, Texas has a population of about 2,460. Our map shows 21 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 2 full-power, 2 Class A and 17 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
9 of them are within 25 miles of Bloomington, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 10 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Victoria, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Victoria's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 25 (KAVU-TV), CBS on channel 41 (KXTS-LD), NBC on channel 17 (KMOL-LD), CW on channel 19.3 (KVCT), ION on channel 34.3 (KYDF-LD), Telemundo on channel 45 (KVTX-LD) and Univision on channel 21 (KUNU-LD). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KABB in San Antonio, TX, 94 miles to the northwest. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal) and Univision (fair signal).
Which way to point your antenna in Bloomington
Point your antenna NW, at about 314°. The main network towers for Bloomington sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KVCT and KAVU-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 20 miles northwest of Bloomington (314° NW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Bloomington, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Bloomington
The farthest main network tower for Bloomington is KAVU-TV (ABC), 20 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Bloomington
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K36ND-DLow power | 9.4 mi | 336° NNW | Fair | Victoria, TX |
| KQZY-LDLow power | 20 mi | 314° NW | Fair | Victoria, TX |
| K29OH-DLow power | 23 mi | 82° E | Fair | Victoria, TX |
| KVCV-LDLow power | 25 mi | 333° NNW | Fair | Victoria, TX |
| K09YZ-DClass A | 39 mi | 243° WSW | Poor | Beeville-Refugio, TX |
| K03JE-DLow power | 51 mi | 318° NW | Poor | Victoria, TX |
| KLAO-LDLow power | 66 mi | 208° SSW | Poor | Corpus Christi, TX |
| KCCX-LDLow power | 68 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Corpus Christi, TX |
| K21OC-DLow power | 68 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Corpus Christi, TX |
| K32OC-DLow power | 68 mi | 210° SSW | Poor | Corpus Christi, TX |
| K33QP-DLow power | 68 mi | 216° SW | Poor | Corpus Christi, TX |
| KCRP-CDClass A | 69 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Corpus Christi, TX |
| KXCC-LDLow power | 69 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Corpus Christi, TX |
| KQSY-LDLow power | 69 mi | 209° SSW | Poor | Corpus Christi, TX |
How Bloomington compares with the rest of Texas
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Bloomington ranks 658th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 20 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
24% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Victoria, 13 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Bloomington: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 314° NW, the direction of KAVU-TV (ABC), 20 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 10 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 Bloomington, TX?
ABC is on channel 25 from KAVU-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles NW of Bloomington. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CBS in Bloomington, TX?
CBS is on channel 41 from KXTS-LD, broadcasting from 20 miles NW of Bloomington. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Bloomington, TX?
NBC is on channel 17 from KMOL-LD, broadcasting from 20 miles NW of Bloomington. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Bloomington, TX?
CW is on channel 19.3 from KVCT, broadcasting from 20 miles NW of Bloomington. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Telemundo in Bloomington, TX?
Telemundo is on channel 45 from KVTX-LD, broadcasting from 20 miles NW of Bloomington. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Bloomington?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Bloomington; around 10 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Bloomington?
Point your antenna NW, at about 314°. The main network towers for Bloomington sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Bloomington?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Bloomington?
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 Bloomington?
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
- Victoria13 mi
- Quail Creek15 mi
- Port Lavaca16 mi
- Inez19 mi
- Seadrift19 mi
- Edna27 mi
- Goliad30 mi
- Port O'Connor33 mi
- Refugio33 mi
- Ganado36 mi
- Woodsboro38 mi
- Cuero39 mi
- Palacios41 mi
- Fulton42 mi
- Yorktown44 mi
- Rockport44 mi
- Yoakum47 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 Bloomington; signal estimates ignore terrain.