TV channels & antenna towers in Center, Texas
Center has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K22OK-D, 41 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Center
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCKCEN-TVNBC | 6 | 50 mi | 251° WSW | Fair | Temple, TX |
| ABCKRHD-CDABC | 15 | 52 mi | 183° S | Poor | Bryan, TX |
| ABCKXXVABC | 25 | 54 mi | 257° WSW | Good | Waco, TX |
| CWKNCTCW | 46 | 54 mi | 256° WSW | Good | Belton, TX |
| CBSKWTX-TVCBS | 10 | 54 mi | 256° WSW | Fair | Waco, TX |
| FOXKWKT-TVFox | 44 | 55 mi | 256° WSW | Fair | Waco, TX |
| NBCKAGS-LDNBC | 23 | 57 mi | 180° S | Poor | Bryan, TX |
| FOXKYLE-TVFox | 28.2 | 57 mi | 180° S | Weak | Bryan, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Center
Center, Texas has a population of about 5,730. Our map shows 20 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 1 Class A and 12 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 2 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 19 farther out. Three of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Bryan, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Bryan's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 25 (KXXV), CBS on channel 10 (KWTX-TV), NBC on channel 6 (KCEN-TV), Fox on channel 44 (KWKT-TV) and CW on channel 46 (KNCT). 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Center
Point your antenna WSW, at about 255°. The main network towers for Center sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, KXXV, KNCT, KWTX-TV and KWKT-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 54 miles west of Center (257° WSW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Center at fair strength or better, all arrive from the west, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Center, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Center
The farthest main network tower for Center is KWKT-TV (Fox), 55 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna 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 Center
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K22OK-DLow power | 41 mi | 194° SSW | Poor | Calvert, TX |
| KAXW-LDLow power | 51 mi | 255° WSW | Poor | Mullin, TX |
| KZCZ-LDLow power | 51 mi | 255° WSW | Poor | College Station, TX |
| KTWC-LDLow power | 58 mi | 105° ESE | Poor | Crockett, TX |
| K36LD-DLow power | 59 mi | 180° S | Poor | College Station, TX |
| KIVY-LDLow power | 59 mi | 104° ESE | Poor | Crockett, TX |
| K35PH-DLow power | 60 mi | 175° S | Poor | College Station, TX |
| KLNL-LDLow power | 60 mi | 175° S | Poor | College Station, TX |
| KAMU-TVFull power | 61 mi | 175° S | Poor | College Station, TX |
| K20PC-DLow power | 61 mi | 120° ESE | Poor | Centerville, TX |
| K30QR-DLow power | 61 mi | 172° S | Poor | Bryan, TX |
| K21PO-DLow power | 61 mi | 172° S | Poor | Bryan, TX |
How Center compares with the rest of Texas
With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Center ranks 855th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 50 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
32% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Corsicana, 40 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Center: 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 256° WSW, the direction of KWKT-TV (Fox), 55 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 Center, TX?
ABC is on channel 25 from KXXV, broadcasting from 54 miles WSW of Center. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Center, TX?
CBS is on channel 10 from KWTX-TV, broadcasting from 54 miles WSW of Center. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Center, TX?
NBC is on channel 6 from KCEN-TV, broadcasting from 50 miles WSW of Center. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Center, TX?
Fox is on channel 44 from KWKT-TV, broadcasting from 55 miles WSW of Center. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Center, TX?
CW is on channel 46 from KNCT, broadcasting from 54 miles WSW of Center. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Center?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of Center; 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 Center?
Point your antenna WSW, at about 255°. The main network towers for Center sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Center?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Center?
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 Center?
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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