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.

44TV transmitters within 70 miles
10networks over the air
2.4 mito the closest tower
8,438population

Network channels in Fairview

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
UNIKUVN-CDUnivision23 38 mi230° SW WeakFort Worth, TX
UNIKUVN-DTUnivision23 44 mi207° SSW GoodGarland, TX
TBNKDTX-TVTrinity58 44 mi207° SSW GoodDallas, TX
MeTVKAZDMeTV55.2 44 mi206° SSW GoodLake Dallas, TX
IONKPXD-TVION68 44 mi207° SSW GoodArlington, TX
TLMKXTX-TVTelemundo39 44 mi206° SSW GoodDallas, TX
NBCKXAS-TVNBC5 44 mi206° SSW GoodFort Worth, TX
FOXKDFWFox4 44 mi207° SSW GoodDallas, TX
ABCWFAAABC8 44 mi207° SSW FairDallas, TX
CWKDAFCW33 47 mi204° SSW GoodDallas, TX
CBSKTVTCBS11 47 mi204° SSW GoodFort Worth, TX
FOXKXIIFox12.3 61 mi351° N FairSherman, 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.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
KHFW-LDLow power2.4 mi 224° SWFairDallas, TX
K26PS-DLow power8.9 mi 110° ESEGoodDallas, TX
KXDA-LDLow power18 mi 190° SFairGarland, TX
KLEG-CDClass A28 mi 201° SSWFairDallas, TX
KJJM-LDLow power39 mi 223° SWPoorDallas & Mesquite, TX
K07AAD-DLow power39 mi 223° SWPoorFort Worth, TX
KPFW-LDLow power39 mi 223° SWPoorDallas, TX
KZFW-LDLow power44 mi 207° SSWPoorDallas, TX
KFWDFull power44 mi 207° SSWFairFort Worth, TX
KBOP-LDLow power44 mi 207° SSWPoorDallas-Ft Worth, TX
KTXD-TVFull power44 mi 207° SSWGoodGreenville, TX
KNAV-LDLow power44 mi 207° SSWPoorDallas, TX
KDTNFull power44 mi 207° SSWGoodDenton, TX
KHPK-LDLow power44 mi 207° SSWPoorDe Soto, TX
KPTD-LPLow power44 mi 207° SSWGoodParis, TX
KODF-LDLow power44 mi 206° SSWPoorDallas, TX
KHFD-LDLow power44 mi 206° SSWPoorDallas, TX
K26KC-DLow power44 mi 206° SSWPoorDallas, TX
KDFIFull power44 mi 207° SSWGoodDallas, TX
KFAA-TVFull power44 mi 207° SSWGoodDecatur, TX
KERA-TVFull power47 mi 204° SSWGoodDallas, TX
KTXAFull power47 mi 204° SSWGoodFort Worth, TX
KSTR-DTFull power47 mi 204° SSWGoodIrving, TX
KBFW-LDLow power50 mi 236° SWPoorArlington, TX
K27MV-DTranslator59 mi 13° NNEPoorDurant, 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

  1. 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.
  2. Point it toward 207° SSW, the direction of KDFW (Fox), 44 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. 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.
  5. 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.

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