TV channels & antenna towers in Dilley, Texas
Dilley has 21 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox, CW, ION and Univision. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KDJB-LD, 55 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Dilley
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONKPXL-TVION | 26 | 66 mi | 6° N | Fair | Uvalde, TX |
| CBSKENSCBS | 5 | 69 mi | 53° NE | Fair | San Antonio, TX |
| CWWOAI-TVCW | 4.2 | 69 mi | 53° NE | Fair | San Antonio, TX |
| UNIKWEX-DTUnivision | 41 | 69 mi | 52° NE | Fair | San Antonio, TX |
| ABCKSAT-TVABC | 12 | 69 mi | 53° NE | Weak | San Antonio, TX |
| FOXKABBFox | 29 | 69 mi | 51° NE | Fair | San Antonio, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Dilley
Dilley is a town of about 4,220 people in Texas. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 21 licensed TV transmitters: 8 full-power, 4 Class A, 8 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
0 of them are within 25 miles of Dilley, 0 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 21 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to San Antonio, so most of the network channels you will find here come from San Antonio's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 12 (KSAT-TV), CBS on channel 5 (KENS), Fox on channel 29 (KABB), CW on channel 4.2 (WOAI-TV), ION on channel 26 (KPXL-TV) and Univision on channel 41 (KWEX-DT). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KRIS-TV in Corpus Christi, TX, 114 miles to the southeast. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (fair signal). 2 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 Dilley
Point your antenna NE, at about 52°. The main network towers for Dilley sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, KENS, WOAI-TV, KWEX-DT, KSAT-TV and KABB, transmit from the same tower site about 69 miles northeast of Dilley (53° NE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Dilley at fair strength or better, 80% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
KSAT-TV (ABC), KENS (CBS) and KABB (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Dilley. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Dilley
The farthest main network tower for Dilley is KABB (Fox), 69 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Dilley
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KDJB-LDLow power | 55 mi | 331° NNW | Poor | Hondo, TX |
| KGSA-LDLow power | 66 mi | 37° NE | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| KCOR-CDClass A | 66 mi | 38° NE | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| K17MJ-DLow power | 67 mi | 37° NE | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| KGMM-CDClass A | 67 mi | 37° NE | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| KSAA-LDLow power | 67 mi | 37° NE | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| KISA-LDLow power | 67 mi | 37° NE | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| KVDF-CDClass A | 67 mi | 37° NE | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| KSSJ-LDLow power | 67 mi | 37° NE | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| KQVE-LDLow power | 67 mi | 37° NE | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| KLRNFull power | 67 mi | 47° NE | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| KMYSFull power | 67 mi | 14° NNE | Good | Kerrville, TX |
| KFLZ-LDLow power | 69 mi | 46° NE | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| K25OB-DClass A | 69 mi | 52° NE | Poor | San Antonio, TX |
| K24OJ-DTranslator | 69 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Uvalde, TX |
How Dilley compares with the rest of Texas
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Dilley ranks 805th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 66 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.
32% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Dilley: 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 51° NE, the direction of KABB (Fox), 69 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 6 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 Dilley, TX?
ABC is on channel 12 from KSAT-TV, broadcasting from 69 miles NE of Dilley. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Dilley, TX?
CBS is on channel 5 from KENS, broadcasting from 69 miles NE of Dilley. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Dilley, TX?
Fox is on channel 29 from KABB, broadcasting from 69 miles NE of Dilley. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Dilley, TX?
CW is on channel 4.2 from WOAI-TV, broadcasting from 69 miles NE of Dilley. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Univision in Dilley, TX?
Univision is on channel 41 from KWEX-DT, broadcasting from 69 miles NE of Dilley. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Dilley?
21 transmitters within 70 miles of Dilley; around 6 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 Dilley?
Point your antenna NE, at about 52°. The main network towers for Dilley sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Dilley?
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 Dilley?
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 Dilley?
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 Dilley; signal estimates ignore terrain.