TV channels & antenna towers in Paris, Texas
Paris has 6 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KXIP-LD, 2.9 miles to the WSW.
Over-the-air TV in Paris
Paris, Texas has a population of about 24,800. There are 6 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 3 low-power and 3 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 0 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KLTV in Tyler, TX, 80 miles to the south. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTVT in Fort Worth, TX, 112 miles to the southwest.
Which way to point your antenna in Paris
The nearest towers around Paris are in different directions: KXIP-LD 253° WSW (2.9 mi) and K15AA-D 6° N (23 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Paris, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Paris
The farthest of the closest towers for Paris is K15AA-D, 23 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
K28DJ-D, 49 miles northeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
KXIP-LD is only 2.9 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other TV stations near Paris
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KXIP-LDLow power | 2.9 mi | 253° WSW | Strong | Paris, TX |
| K15AA-DTranslator | 23 mi | 6° N | Fair | Hugo, OK |
| K28DJ-DLow power | 49 mi | 67° ENE | Poor | Broken Bow, OK |
| K27MV-DTranslator | 53 mi | 295° WNW | Poor | Durant, OK |
| K22MT-DTranslator | 54 mi | 60° ENE | Poor | Idabel, OK |
| K26PS-DLow power | 66 mi | 235° SW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
How Paris compares with the rest of Texas
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Paris ranks 930th 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 Paris: 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 6° N, the direction of K15AA-D, 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 2 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 Paris?
6 transmitters within 70 miles of Paris; around 2 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 Paris?
The nearest towers around Paris are in different directions: KXIP-LD 253° WSW (2.9 mi) and K15AA-D 6° N (23 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Paris?
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. The towers are spread over about 114° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help. Picking up the more distant stations from up to 49 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Paris?
K28DJ-D, 49 miles northeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Paris?
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 Paris; signal estimates ignore terrain.