TV channels & antenna towers in Heath, Texas
Heath has 39 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 22 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KXDA-LD, 13 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Heath
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVKAZDMeTV | 55.2 | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Lake Dallas, TX |
| UNIKUVN-DTUnivision | 23 | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Garland, TX |
| TBNKDTX-TVTrinity | 58 | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| TLMKXTX-TVTelemundo | 39 | 34 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| NBCKXAS-TVNBC | 5 | 34 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| IONKPXD-TVION | 68 | 34 mi | 240° WSW | Good | Arlington, TX |
| FOXKDFWFox | 4 | 34 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| ABCWFAAABC | 8 | 34 mi | 239° WSW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| CWKDAFCW | 33 | 35 mi | 234° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| CBSKTVTCBS | 11 | 35 mi | 234° SW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| UNIKUVN-CDUnivision | 23 | 38 mi | 267° W | Poor | Fort Worth, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Heath
Heath is a town of about 8,210 people in Texas. There are 39 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 18 full-power, 2 Class A and 19 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 22 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 17 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 4 transmitters are within 25 miles, 30 between 25 and 45 miles, and 5 farther out. Five of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Dallas, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Dallas's stations.
For the networks, the best local options 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 Heath
Point your antenna WSW, at about 238°. The main network towers for Heath sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Eight network stations, KAZD, KUVN-DT, KDTX-TV, KXTX-TV and KXAS-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 33 miles southwest of Heath (239° WSW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Heath at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southwest, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Heath, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Heath
The farthest main network tower for Heath is KTVT (CBS), 35 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic 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 Heath
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 28; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KXDA-LDLow power | 13 mi | 290° WNW | Fair | Garland, TX |
| K26PS-DLow power | 19 mi | 358° N | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| KLEG-CDClass A | 19 mi | 259° WSW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| KHFW-LDLow power | 23 mi | 332° NNW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KODF-LDLow power | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| KHFD-LDLow power | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| K26KC-DLow power | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| KZFW-LDLow power | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KFWDFull power | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Fair | Fort Worth, TX |
| KBOP-LDLow power | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Weak | Dallas-Ft Worth, TX |
| KTXD-TVFull power | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Greenville, TX |
| KNAV-LDLow power | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| KDTNFull power | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Denton, TX |
| KHPK-LDLow power | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Weak | De Soto, TX |
| KPTD-LPLow power | 33 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Paris, TX |
| KDFIFull power | 34 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KFAA-TVFull power | 34 mi | 239° WSW | Good | Decatur, TX |
| KERA-TVFull power | 35 mi | 234° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KTXAFull power | 35 mi | 234° SW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| KSTR-DTFull power | 35 mi | 234° SW | Good | Irving, TX |
| KJJM-LDLow power | 36 mi | 260° W | Poor | Dallas & Mesquite, TX |
| K07AAD-DLow power | 36 mi | 260° W | Poor | Fort Worth, TX |
| KPFW-LDLow power | 36 mi | 260° W | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KBFW-LDLow power | 50 mi | 263° W | Poor | Arlington, TX |
| KGSW-LDLow power | 58 mi | 239° WSW | Poor | Keene, TX |
How Heath compares with the rest of Texas
With 22 stations at fair strength or better, Heath ranks 241st of 1,039 places in Texas: more than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 33 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 Rockwall, 6.6 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Heath: 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 234° SW, the direction of KTVT (CBS), 35 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 22 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 Heath, TX?
ABC is on channel 8 from WFAA, broadcasting from 34 miles WSW of Heath. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Heath, TX?
CBS is on channel 11 from KTVT, broadcasting from 35 miles SW of Heath. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Heath, TX?
NBC is on channel 5 from KXAS-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles WSW of Heath. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Heath, TX?
Fox is on channel 4 from KDFW, broadcasting from 34 miles WSW of Heath. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Heath, TX?
CW is on channel 33 from KDAF, broadcasting from 35 miles SW of Heath. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Heath?
39 transmitters within 70 miles of Heath; around 22 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 Heath?
Point your antenna WSW, at about 238°. The main network towers for Heath sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Heath?
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.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Heath?
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 Heath?
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
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- Forney6.1 mi
- Rockwall6.6 mi
- Rowlett6.9 mi
- Mesquite8.7 mi
- Fate9.1 mi
- Garland11 mi
- Balch Springs11 mi
- Sachse12 mi
- Royse City13 mi
- Wylie13 mi
- Terrell14 mi
- Seagoville14 mi
- Murphy15 mi
- Richardson17 mi
- Lucas18 mi
- Plano18 mi
- Highland Park18 mi
- University Park19 mi
- Hutchins19 mi
- Dallas20 mi
- Kaufman20 mi
- Allen22 mi
- Addison22 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 Heath; signal estimates ignore terrain.