TV channels & antenna towers in Fairview, Texas
Fairview has 44 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 24 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KHFW-LD, 2.4 miles to the SW.
Network channels in Fairview
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIKUVN-CDUnivision | 23 | 38 mi | 230° SW | Weak | Fort Worth, TX |
| UNIKUVN-DTUnivision | 23 | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Good | Garland, TX |
| TBNKDTX-TVTrinity | 58 | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| MeTVKAZDMeTV | 55.2 | 44 mi | 206° SSW | Good | Lake Dallas, TX |
| IONKPXD-TVION | 68 | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Good | Arlington, TX |
| TLMKXTX-TVTelemundo | 39 | 44 mi | 206° SSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| NBCKXAS-TVNBC | 5 | 44 mi | 206° SSW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| FOXKDFWFox | 4 | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| ABCWFAAABC | 8 | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| CWKDAFCW | 33 | 47 mi | 204° SSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| CBSKTVTCBS | 11 | 47 mi | 204° SSW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| FOXKXIIFox | 12.3 | 61 mi | 351° N | Fair | Sherman, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Fairview
With roughly 8,440 residents, Fairview is a town in Texas. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 44 licensed TV transmitters: 19 full-power, 2 Class A, 22 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 24 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 18 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 26 between 25 and 45 miles, and 15 farther out. Five of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Dallas, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Dallas's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 8 (WFAA), CBS on channel 11 (KTVT), NBC on channel 5 (KXAS-TV), Fox on channel 4 (KDFW), CW on channel 33 (KDAF), ION on channel 68 (KPXD-TV), Telemundo on channel 39 (KXTX-TV), Univision on channel 23 (KUVN-DT), MeTV on channel 55.2 (KAZD) and Trinity on channel 58 (KDTX-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (good signal) and Univision (good signal). 8 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 Fairview
Point your antenna SSW, at about 207°. The main network towers for Fairview sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Eight network stations, KUVN-DT, KDTX-TV, KAZD, KPXD-TV and KXTX-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 44 miles southwest of Fairview (207° SSW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 11 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Fairview at fair strength or better, 91% arrive from the southwest; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Fairview, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Fairview
The farthest main network tower for Fairview is KDFW (Fox), 44 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
KTVT (CBS), 47 miles southwest, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
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 Fairview
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 32; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KHFW-LDLow power | 2.4 mi | 224° SW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| K26PS-DLow power | 8.9 mi | 110° ESE | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KXDA-LDLow power | 18 mi | 190° S | Fair | Garland, TX |
| KLEG-CDClass A | 28 mi | 201° SSW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| KJJM-LDLow power | 39 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Dallas & Mesquite, TX |
| K07AAD-DLow power | 39 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Fort Worth, TX |
| KPFW-LDLow power | 39 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KZFW-LDLow power | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KFWDFull power | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Fair | Fort Worth, TX |
| KBOP-LDLow power | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Poor | Dallas-Ft Worth, TX |
| KTXD-TVFull power | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Good | Greenville, TX |
| KNAV-LDLow power | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KDTNFull power | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Good | Denton, TX |
| KHPK-LDLow power | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Poor | De Soto, TX |
| KPTD-LPLow power | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Good | Paris, TX |
| KODF-LDLow power | 44 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KHFD-LDLow power | 44 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| K26KC-DLow power | 44 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KDFIFull power | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KFAA-TVFull power | 44 mi | 207° SSW | Good | Decatur, TX |
| KERA-TVFull power | 47 mi | 204° SSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KTXAFull power | 47 mi | 204° SSW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| KSTR-DTFull power | 47 mi | 204° SSW | Good | Irving, TX |
| KBFW-LDLow power | 50 mi | 236° SW | Poor | Arlington, TX |
| K27MV-DTranslator | 59 mi | 13° NNE | Poor | Durant, OK |
How Fairview compares with the rest of Texas
With 24 stations at fair strength or better, Fairview ranks 183rd of 1,039 places in Texas: more than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 38 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 McKinney, 2.9 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Fairview: 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 207° SSW, the direction of KDFW (Fox), 44 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 24 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 Fairview, TX?
ABC is on channel 8 from WFAA, broadcasting from 44 miles SSW of Fairview. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Fairview, TX?
CBS is on channel 11 from KTVT, broadcasting from 47 miles SSW of Fairview. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Fairview, TX?
NBC is on channel 5 from KXAS-TV, broadcasting from 44 miles SSW of Fairview. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Fairview, TX?
Fox is on channel 4 from KDFW, broadcasting from 44 miles SSW of Fairview. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Fairview, TX?
CW is on channel 33 from KDAF, broadcasting from 47 miles SSW of Fairview. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Fairview?
44 transmitters within 70 miles of Fairview; around 24 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 Fairview?
Point your antenna SSW, at about 207°. The main network towers for Fairview sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Fairview?
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. Picking up CBS from up to 47 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Fairview?
KTVT (CBS), 47 miles southwest, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Fairview?
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
- McKinney2.9 mi
- Allen4.4 mi
- Lucas6.0 mi
- Princeton7.9 mi
- Melissa9.5 mi
- Murphy9.9 mi
- Plano10 mi
- Frisco11 mi
- Prosper11 mi
- Wylie11 mi
- Sachse13 mi
- Anna14 mi
- Celina15 mi
- The Colony15 mi
- Richardson16 mi
- Garland17 mi
- Little Elm18 mi
- Addison18 mi
- Rowlett18 mi
- Rockwall19 mi
- Carrollton21 mi
- Fate21 mi
- Royse City21 mi
- Farmers Branch22 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 Fairview; signal estimates ignore terrain.