TV channels & antenna towers in Boling, Texas
Boling has 34 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 19 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KCVH-LD, 33 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Boling
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVKYAZMeTV | 51.1 | 33 mi | 52° NE | Good | Katy, TX |
| UNIKXLN-DTUnivision | 45 | 33 mi | 52° NE | Good | Rosenberg, TX |
| TBNKETH-TVTrinity | 14 | 34 mi | 51° NE | Good | Houston, TX |
| TLMKTMDTelemundo | 47 | 34 mi | 51° NE | Good | Galveston, TX |
| CBSKHOUCBS | 11 | 34 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Houston, TX |
| IONKPXB-TVION | 49 | 34 mi | 52° NE | Good | Conroe, TX |
| CWKIAHCW | 39 | 34 mi | 52° NE | Good | Houston, TX |
| NBCKPRC-TVNBC | 2 | 34 mi | 52° NE | Good | Houston, TX |
| ABCKTRK-TVABC | 13 | 35 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Houston, TX |
| FOXKRIVFox | 26 | 35 mi | 52° NE | Good | Houston, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Boling
With roughly 1,120 residents, Boling is a small community in Texas. Our map shows 34 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 17 full-power, 2 Class A and 15 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 19 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 14 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 25 between 25 and 45 miles, and 9 farther out. Six of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Houston, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Houston's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 13 (KTRK-TV), CBS on channel 11 (KHOU), NBC on channel 2 (KPRC-TV), Fox on channel 26 (KRIV), CW on channel 39 (KIAH), ION on channel 49 (KPXB-TV), Telemundo on channel 47 (KTMD), Univision on channel 45 (KXLN-DT), MeTV on channel 51.1 (KYAZ) and Trinity on channel 14 (KETH-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 7 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 Boling
Point your antenna NE, at about 52°. The main network towers for Boling sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Ten network stations, KYAZ, KXLN-DT, KETH-TV, KTMD and KHOU and others, transmit from the same tower site about 33 miles northeast of Boling (52° NE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Boling at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northeast, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Boling, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Boling
The farthest main network tower for Boling is KRIV (Fox), 35 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic 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 Boling
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCVH-LDLow power | 33 mi | 52° NE | Weak | Houston, TX |
| KUVM-CDClass A | 33 mi | 52° NE | Fair | Missouri City, TX |
| KTBUFull power | 33 mi | 52° NE | Good | Conroe, TX |
| KHLM-LDLow power | 33 mi | 52° NE | Weak | Houston, TX |
| KZJLFull power | 33 mi | 52° NE | Good | Houston, TX |
| KUVM-LDLow power | 33 mi | 52° NE | Weak | Houston, TX |
| KVVV-LDLow power | 34 mi | 51° NE | Weak | Houston, TX |
| KLTJFull power | 34 mi | 51° NE | Good | Galveston, TX |
| KVQT-LDLow power | 34 mi | 51° NE | Weak | Houston, TX |
| KFTH-DTFull power | 34 mi | 51° NE | Good | Alvin, TX |
| KUGB-CDClass A | 34 mi | 51° NE | Fair | Houston, TX |
| KUHTFull power | 34 mi | 51° NE | Fair | Houston, TX |
| KUBE-TVFull power | 34 mi | 51° NE | Good | Baytown, TX |
| KDHU-LDLow power | 34 mi | 51° NE | Poor | Houston, TX |
| KTXHFull power | 35 mi | 52° NE | Good | Houston, TX |
| KZHO-LDLow power | 49 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Houston, TX |
| KTDJ-LDLow power | 49 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Dayton, TX |
| KBPX-LDLow power | 49 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Houston, TX |
| KQHO-LDLow power | 49 mi | 45° NE | Poor | Houston, TX |
| KAHO-LDLow power | 52 mi | 41° NE | Poor | Woodville, TX |
| K29OH-DLow power | 53 mi | 222° SW | Poor | Victoria, TX |
| KEHO-LDLow power | 57 mi | 49° NE | Poor | Houston, TX |
| KBMN-LDLow power | 57 mi | 49° NE | Poor | Houston, TX |
| K36ND-DLow power | 70 mi | 241° WSW | Poor | Victoria, TX |
How Boling compares with the rest of Texas
With 19 stations at fair strength or better, Boling ranks 375th of 1,039 places in Texas: more than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 33 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 Rosenberg, 22 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Boling: 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 52° NE, the direction of KRIV (Fox), 35 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 19 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 Boling, TX?
ABC is on channel 13 from KTRK-TV, broadcasting from 35 miles NE of Boling. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Boling, TX?
CBS is on channel 11 from KHOU, broadcasting from 34 miles NE of Boling. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Boling, TX?
NBC is on channel 2 from KPRC-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles NE of Boling. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Boling, TX?
Fox is on channel 26 from KRIV, broadcasting from 35 miles NE of Boling. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Boling, TX?
CW is on channel 39 from KIAH, broadcasting from 34 miles NE of Boling. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Boling?
34 transmitters within 70 miles of Boling; around 19 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 Boling?
Point your antenna NE, at about 52°. The main network towers for Boling sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Boling?
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 Boling?
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 Boling?
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 Texas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Boling; signal estimates ignore terrain.