TV channels & antenna towers in Kingsville, Texas
Kingsville has 18 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW, ION and Univision. About 11 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K31KK-D, 11 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in Kingsville
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKIIIABC | 3 | 18 mi | 58° ENE | Good | Corpus Christi, TX |
| CBSKZTVCBS | 10 | 19 mi | 46° NE | Good | Corpus Christi, TX |
| UNIKOROUnivision | 28 | 19 mi | 46° NE | Strong | Corpus Christi, TX |
| NBCKRIS-TVNBC | 6 | 23 mi | 42° NE | Strong | Corpus Christi, TX |
| CWKSCCCW | 38.3 | 23 mi | 42° NE | Good | Corpus Christi, TX |
| IONKYDF-LDION | 34.3 | 31 mi | 52° NE | Weak | Corpus Christi, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Kingsville
Kingsville, Texas has a population of about 26,200. Our map shows 18 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 6 full-power, 4 Class A and 8 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 11 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 7 at good or strong strength.
8 of them are within 25 miles of Kingsville, 9 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 1 is more than 45 miles out. Six of the 6 network stations in range are licensed to Corpus Christi, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Corpus Christi's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 3 (KIII), CBS on channel 10 (KZTV), NBC on channel 6 (KRIS-TV), CW on channel 38.3 (KSCC), ION on channel 34.3 (KYDF-LD) and Univision on channel 28 (KORO). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KXOF-CD in Laredo, TX, 102 miles to the west. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (strong signal). 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in Kingsville
Point your antenna NE, at about 48°. The main network towers for Kingsville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, KZTV and KORO, transmit from the same tower site about 19 miles northeast of Kingsville (46° NE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Kingsville at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northeast, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Kingsville, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Kingsville
The farthest main network tower for Kingsville is KRIS-TV (NBC), 23 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Kingsville
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K31KK-DClass A | 11 mi | 341° NNW | Good | Kingsville-Alice, TX |
| KEDTFull power | 20 mi | 61° ENE | Good | Corpus Christi, TX |
| K22JA-DClass A | 23 mi | 42° NE | Fair | Corpus Christi, TX |
| K33QP-DLow power | 29 mi | 40° NE | Fair | Corpus Christi, TX |
| KCRP-CDClass A | 30 mi | 55° NE | Fair | Corpus Christi, TX |
| KXCC-LDLow power | 30 mi | 55° NE | Weak | Corpus Christi, TX |
| KQSY-LDLow power | 30 mi | 55° NE | Fair | Corpus Christi, TX |
| KCCX-LDLow power | 31 mi | 52° NE | Weak | Corpus Christi, TX |
| K21OC-DLow power | 31 mi | 52° NE | Weak | Corpus Christi, TX |
| K32OC-DLow power | 31 mi | 52° NE | Weak | Corpus Christi, TX |
| KLAO-LDLow power | 35 mi | 55° NE | Poor | Corpus Christi, TX |
| K09YZ-DClass A | 65 mi | 21° NNE | Poor | Beeville-Refugio, TX |
How Kingsville compares with the rest of Texas
With 11 stations at fair strength or better, Kingsville ranks 636th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 18 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 Corpus Christi, 34 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Kingsville: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 42° NE, the direction of KRIS-TV (NBC), 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 11 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 Kingsville, TX?
ABC is on channel 3 from KIII, broadcasting from 18 miles ENE of Kingsville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Kingsville, TX?
CBS is on channel 10 from KZTV, broadcasting from 19 miles NE of Kingsville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Kingsville, TX?
NBC is on channel 6 from KRIS-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles NE of Kingsville. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in Kingsville, TX?
CW is on channel 38.3 from KSCC, broadcasting from 23 miles NE of Kingsville. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Univision in Kingsville, TX?
Univision is on channel 28 from KORO, broadcasting from 19 miles NE of Kingsville. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Kingsville?
18 transmitters within 70 miles of Kingsville; around 11 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 Kingsville?
Point your antenna NE, at about 48°. The main network towers for Kingsville sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Kingsville?
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 Kingsville?
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 Kingsville?
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 Kingsville; signal estimates ignore terrain.