TV channels & antenna towers in Memphis, Texas
Memphis has 52 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 6 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K34NQ-D, 6.8 miles to the NW.
Over-the-air TV in Memphis
Memphis, Texas has a population of about 2,140. There are 52 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 low-power and 51 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 6 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 6 transmitters are within 25 miles, 22 between 25 and 45 miles, and 24 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSWO-TV in Lawton, OK, 109 miles to the east. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KFDA-TV in Amarillo, TX, 84 miles to the northwest.
Which way to point your antenna in Memphis
Point your antenna NW, at about 325°. The nearest towers for Memphis sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Memphis, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Memphis
The farthest of the closest towers for Memphis is K28OF-D, 6.8 miles away with a fair 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 TV stations near Memphis
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 52; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K34NQ-DTranslator | 6.8 mi | 325° NW | Fair | Memphis, TX |
| K24NK-DTranslator | 6.8 mi | 325° NW | Fair | Memphis, TX |
| K28OF-DTranslator | 6.8 mi | 325° NW | Fair | Memphis, TX |
| K32EH-DTranslator | 6.8 mi | 325° NW | Fair | Memphis, TX |
| K36CA-DTranslator | 6.8 mi | 325° NW | Fair | Memphis, TX |
| K30HH-DTranslator | 6.8 mi | 325° NW | Fair | Memphis, TX |
| K17DS-DTranslator | 26 mi | 299° WNW | Weak | Clarendon, TX |
| K31OV-DTranslator | 26 mi | 299° WNW | Weak | Clarendon, TX |
| K29MZ-DTranslator | 26 mi | 299° WNW | Weak | Clarendon, TX |
| K27OG-DTranslator | 26 mi | 299° WNW | Weak | Clarendon, TX |
| K33PX-DTranslator | 26 mi | 299° WNW | Weak | Clarendon, TX |
| K14QV-DTranslator | 26 mi | 139° SE | Weak | Childress, TX |
| K23DE-DTranslator | 26 mi | 139° SE | Weak | Childress, TX |
| K18MD-DTranslator | 26 mi | 139° SE | Weak | Childress, TX |
| K25CQ-DTranslator | 26 mi | 139° SE | Weak | Childress, TX |
| K16LY-DTranslator | 26 mi | 139° SE | Weak | Childress, TX |
| K21IR-DTranslator | 26 mi | 139° SE | Weak | Childress, TX |
| K35EM-DTranslator | 40 mi | 236° WSW | Poor | Quitaque, TX |
| K22JR-DTranslator | 40 mi | 236° WSW | Poor | Turkey, TX |
| K24IX-DTranslator | 40 mi | 236° WSW | Poor | Turkey, TX |
| K26JR-DTranslator | 40 mi | 236° WSW | Poor | Turkey, TX |
| K28KV-DTranslator | 40 mi | 236° WSW | Poor | Turkey, TX |
| K35KE-DTranslator | 41 mi | 88° E | Poor | Hollis, OK |
| K22LZ-DTranslator | 41 mi | 88° E | Poor | Hollis, OK |
| K26ND-DTranslator | 41 mi | 88° E | Poor | Hollis, OK |
How Memphis compares with the rest of Texas
With 6 stations at fair strength or better, Memphis ranks 805th of 1,039 places in Texas: fewer than the typical Texas town (14).
43% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Memphis: 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 325° NW, the direction of K28OF-D, 6.8 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Memphis?
52 transmitters within 70 miles of Memphis; around 6 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 Memphis?
Point your antenna NW, at about 325°. The nearest towers for Memphis sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Memphis?
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 Memphis?
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 Memphis?
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 Memphis; signal estimates ignore terrain.