TV channels & antenna towers in Hamilton, Texas
Hamilton has 14 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Univision. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K12XA-D, 30 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Hamilton
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOXKWKT-TVFox | 44 | 54 mi | 120° ESE | Fair | Waco, TX |
| ABCKXXVABC | 25 | 54 mi | 118° ESE | Good | Waco, TX |
| CWKNCTCW | 46 | 54 mi | 119° ESE | Good | Belton, TX |
| CBSKWTX-TVCBS | 10 | 54 mi | 119° ESE | Fair | Waco, TX |
| NBCKCEN-TVNBC | 6 | 61 mi | 119° ESE | Fair | Temple, TX |
| UNIKAKW-DTUnivision | 62 | 68 mi | 173° S | Fair | Killeen, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Hamilton
Hamilton, Texas has a population of about 2,940. There are 14 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 6 full-power, 1 Class A, 6 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 2 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 2 between 25 and 45 miles, and 12 farther out. Three of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Waco, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Waco's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 25 (KXXV), CBS on channel 10 (KWTX-TV), NBC on channel 6 (KCEN-TV), Fox on channel 44 (KWKT-TV), CW on channel 46 (KNCT) and Univision on channel 62 (KAKW-DT). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (fair signal).
Which way to point your antenna in Hamilton
Point your antenna ESE, at about 119°. The main network towers for Hamilton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, KWKT-TV, KXXV, KNCT and KWTX-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 54 miles southeast of Hamilton (120° ESE). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 6 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Hamilton at fair strength or better, 83% arrive from the southeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Hamilton, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Hamilton
The farthest main network tower for Hamilton is KCEN-TV (NBC), 61 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 Hamilton
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K12XA-DLow power | 30 mi | 335° NNW | Weak | Abilene, TX |
| K22NR-DLow power | 41 mi | 344° NNW | Poor | Stephenville, TX |
| KPLE-CDClass A | 48 mi | 152° SSE | Poor | Killeen, TX |
| KAXW-LDLow power | 58 mi | 118° ESE | Poor | Mullin, TX |
| KZCZ-LDLow power | 58 mi | 118° ESE | Poor | College Station, TX |
| KIDU-LDTranslator | 60 mi | 281° WNW | Poor | Brownwood, TX |
| K07AAF-DLow power | 64 mi | 42° NE | Poor | Corsicana, TX |
| KGSW-LDLow power | 67 mi | 44° NE | Poor | Keene, TX |
How Hamilton compares with the rest of Texas
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Hamilton ranks 805th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 54 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 Stephenville, 36 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Hamilton: 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 119° ESE, the direction of KCEN-TV (NBC), 61 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 Hamilton, TX?
ABC is on channel 25 from KXXV, broadcasting from 54 miles ESE of Hamilton. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Hamilton, TX?
CBS is on channel 10 from KWTX-TV, broadcasting from 54 miles ESE of Hamilton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Hamilton, TX?
NBC is on channel 6 from KCEN-TV, broadcasting from 61 miles ESE of Hamilton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Hamilton, TX?
Fox is on channel 44 from KWKT-TV, broadcasting from 54 miles ESE of Hamilton. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Hamilton, TX?
CW is on channel 46 from KNCT, broadcasting from 54 miles ESE of Hamilton. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Hamilton?
14 transmitters within 70 miles of Hamilton; 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 Hamilton?
Point your antenna ESE, at about 119°. The main network towers for Hamilton sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Hamilton?
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 Hamilton?
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 Hamilton?
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 Hamilton; signal estimates ignore terrain.