TV channels & antenna towers in League City, Texas
League City has 37 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 25 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KEHO-LD, 22 miles to the NNW.
Network channels in League City
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABCKTRK-TVABC | 13 | 24 mi | 281° W | Fair | Houston, TX |
| FOXKRIVFox | 26 | 24 mi | 281° W | Strong | Houston, TX |
| CWKIAHCW | 39 | 25 mi | 280° W | Strong | Houston, TX |
| NBCKPRC-TVNBC | 2 | 25 mi | 280° W | Strong | Houston, TX |
| CBSKHOUCBS | 11 | 25 mi | 279° W | Good | Houston, TX |
| IONKPXB-TVION | 49 | 25 mi | 279° W | Strong | Conroe, TX |
| MeTVKYAZMeTV | 51.1 | 25 mi | 279° W | Strong | Katy, TX |
| UNIKXLN-DTUnivision | 45 | 25 mi | 279° W | Strong | Rosenberg, TX |
| TLMKTMDTelemundo | 47 | 25 mi | 280° W | Strong | Galveston, TX |
| TBNKETH-TVTrinity | 14 | 25 mi | 280° W | Strong | Houston, TX |
Over-the-air TV in League City
With roughly 98,300 residents, League City is a city in Texas. Our map shows 37 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 17 full-power, 2 Class A and 18 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 25 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 15 at good or strong strength.
13 of them are within 25 miles of League City, 19 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out. Six of the 10 network stations in range are licensed to Houston, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Houston's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 13 (KTRK-TV), CBS on channel 11 (KHOU), NBC on channel 2 (KPRC-TV), Fox on channel 26 (KRIV), CW on channel 39 (KIAH), ION on channel 49 (KPXB-TV), Telemundo on channel 47 (KTMD), Univision on channel 45 (KXLN-DT), MeTV on channel 51.1 (KYAZ) and Trinity on channel 14 (KETH-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong signal) and Univision (strong signal). 7 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 League City
Point your antenna W, at about 280°. The main network towers for League City sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Ten network stations, KTRK-TV, KRIV, KIAH, KPRC-TV and KHOU and others, transmit from the same tower site about 24 miles west of League City (281° W). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach League City at fair strength or better, all arrive from the west, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from League City, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for League City
The farthest main network tower for League City is KHOU (CBS), 25 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic 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 League City
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 27; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEHO-LDLow power | 22 mi | 338° NNW | Fair | Houston, TX |
| KBMN-LDLow power | 22 mi | 338° NNW | Fair | Houston, TX |
| KBPX-LDLow power | 24 mi | 317° NW | Fair | Houston, TX |
| KQHO-LDLow power | 24 mi | 317° NW | Fair | Houston, TX |
| KTDJ-LDLow power | 24 mi | 317° NW | Weak | Dayton, TX |
| KZHO-LDLow power | 24 mi | 317° NW | Weak | Houston, TX |
| KTXHFull power | 24 mi | 281° W | Strong | Houston, TX |
| KCVH-LDLow power | 25 mi | 279° W | Weak | Houston, TX |
| KUVM-CDClass A | 25 mi | 279° W | Fair | Missouri City, TX |
| KTBUFull power | 25 mi | 279° W | Strong | Conroe, TX |
| KHLM-LDLow power | 25 mi | 279° W | Weak | Houston, TX |
| KZJLFull power | 25 mi | 279° W | Strong | Houston, TX |
| KUVM-LDLow power | 25 mi | 279° W | Weak | Houston, TX |
| KVVV-LDLow power | 25 mi | 280° W | Fair | Houston, TX |
| KLTJFull power | 25 mi | 280° W | Good | Galveston, TX |
| KVQT-LDLow power | 25 mi | 280° W | Fair | Houston, TX |
| KFTH-DTFull power | 25 mi | 280° W | Strong | Alvin, TX |
| KUGB-CDClass A | 25 mi | 280° W | Fair | Houston, TX |
| KUHTFull power | 25 mi | 280° W | Fair | Houston, TX |
| KUBE-TVFull power | 25 mi | 280° W | Strong | Baytown, TX |
| KDHU-LDLow power | 25 mi | 280° W | Weak | Houston, TX |
| KAHO-LDLow power | 28 mi | 323° NW | Weak | Woodville, TX |
| KCTL-LDLow power | 58 mi | 358° N | Poor | Livingston, TX |
| K28QM-DLow power | 69 mi | 55° NE | Poor | Beaumont, TX |
| K10RT-DLow power | 69 mi | 55° NE | Poor | Beaumont, TX |
How League City compares with the rest of Texas
With 25 stations at fair strength or better, League City ranks 160th of 1,039 places in Texas: more than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 24 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 Houston, 24 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in League City: 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 279° W, the direction of KHOU (CBS), 25 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 25 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 League City, TX?
ABC is on channel 13 from KTRK-TV, broadcasting from 24 miles W of League City. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in League City, TX?
CBS is on channel 11 from KHOU, broadcasting from 25 miles W of League City. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in League City, TX?
NBC is on channel 2 from KPRC-TV, broadcasting from 25 miles W of League City. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Fox in League City, TX?
Fox is on channel 26 from KRIV, broadcasting from 24 miles W of League City. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in League City, TX?
CW is on channel 39 from KIAH, broadcasting from 25 miles W of League City. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in League City?
37 transmitters within 70 miles of League City; around 25 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 League City?
Point your antenna W, at about 280°. The main network towers for League City sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in League City?
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 League City?
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 League City?
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 League City; signal estimates ignore terrain.