TV channels & antenna towers in Electra, Texas
Electra has 28 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, Fox and CW. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KJTL (Fox), 16 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Electra
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKJTLFox | 18 | 16 mi | 42° NE | Strong | Wichita Falls, TX |
| ABCKSWO-TVABC | 7 | 17 mi | 41° NE | Good | Lawton, OK |
| CWKFDX-TVCW | 3.3 | 23 mi | 115° ESE | Strong | Wichita Falls, TX |
| CBSKAUZ-TVCBS | 6 | 23 mi | 112° ESE | Good | Wichita Falls, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Electra
Electra, Texas has a population of about 2,710. Our map shows 28 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 4 full-power, 2 Class A, 7 low-power and 15 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 4 at good or strong strength.
10 of them are within 25 miles of Electra, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 16 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 4 network stations in range are licensed to Wichita Falls, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Wichita Falls's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 7 (KSWO-TV), CBS on channel 6 (KAUZ-TV), Fox on channel 18 (KJTL) and CW on channel 3.3 (KFDX-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KRBC-TV in Abilene, TX, 127 miles to the south.
Which way to point your antenna in Electra
The main network towers around Electra are in different directions: ABC 41° NE (17 mi), CBS 112° ESE (23 mi) and Fox 42° NE (16 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, KJTL and KSWO-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 16 miles northeast of Electra (42° NE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Electra at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Electra, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Electra
The farthest main network tower for Electra is KAUZ-TV (CBS), 23 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Electra
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K18IZ-DTranslator | 16 mi | 42° NE | Fair | Grandfield, OK |
| KJBO-LDLow power | 23 mi | 115° ESE | Fair | Wichita Falls, TX |
| K26NK-DTranslator | 23 mi | 115° ESE | Fair | Wichita Falls, TX |
| K20DN-DClass A | 23 mi | 115° ESE | Fair | Wichita Falls, TX |
| K24HH-DClass A | 23 mi | 115° ESE | Fair | Wichita Falls, TX |
| K19KE-DLow power | 23 mi | 112° ESE | Fair | Wichita Falls, TX |
| K30LD-DLow power | 26 mi | 109° ESE | Poor | Wichita Falls, TX |
| K16LO-DTranslator | 32 mi | 62° ENE | Weak | Lawton, OK |
| KKTM-LDLow power | 47 mi | 329° NNW | Poor | Altus, OK |
| K19AA-DTranslator | 47 mi | 329° NNW | Poor | Altus, OK |
| K27HM-DTranslator | 48 mi | 285° WNW | Poor | Quanah, TX |
| K29FR-DTranslator | 48 mi | 285° WNW | Poor | Quanah, TX |
| K31HC-DTranslator | 48 mi | 285° WNW | Poor | Quanah, TX |
| K33HG-DTranslator | 48 mi | 285° WNW | Poor | Quanah, TX |
| K32IC-DTranslator | 49 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Altus, OK |
| K25JO-DTranslator | 49 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Altus, OK |
| K29LJ-DTranslator | 49 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Altus, OK |
| K31NA-DTranslator | 49 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Altus, OK |
| K27MY-DTranslator | 49 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Altus, OK |
| K36NQ-DTranslator | 49 mi | 330° NNW | Poor | Altus, OK |
| K31MK-DLow power | 52 mi | 41° NE | Poor | Lawton, OK |
| K21MP-DLow power | 54 mi | 42° NE | Poor | Lawton, OK |
| K34NE-DLow power | 54 mi | 42° NE | Poor | Lawton, OK |
| K36AB-DTranslator | 55 mi | 42° NE | Poor | Lawton, OK |
How Electra compares with the rest of Texas
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Electra ranks 658th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 16 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 Wichita Falls, 26 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Electra: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 112° ESE, the direction of KAUZ-TV (CBS), 23 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 Electra, TX?
ABC is on channel 7 from KSWO-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles NE of Electra. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Electra, TX?
CBS is on channel 6 from KAUZ-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles ESE of Electra. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Electra, TX?
Fox is on channel 18 from KJTL, broadcasting from 16 miles NE of Electra. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Electra, TX?
CW is on channel 3.3 from KFDX-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles ESE of Electra. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Electra?
28 transmitters within 70 miles of Electra; 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 Electra?
The main network towers around Electra are in different directions: ABC 41° NE (17 mi), CBS 112° ESE (23 mi) and Fox 42° NE (16 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Electra?
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 Electra?
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 Electra?
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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