TV channels & antenna towers in Providence, Texas
Providence has 45 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 KHFW-LD, 19 miles to the ESE.
Network channels in Providence
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIKUVN-CDUnivision | 23 | 31 mi | 198° SSW | Weak | Fort Worth, TX |
| IONKPXD-TVION | 68 | 44 mi | 181° S | Good | Arlington, TX |
| UNIKUVN-DTUnivision | 23 | 44 mi | 181° S | Good | Garland, TX |
| TBNKDTX-TVTrinity | 58 | 44 mi | 181° S | Good | Dallas, TX |
| MeTVKAZDMeTV | 55.2 | 45 mi | 180° S | Good | Lake Dallas, TX |
| TLMKXTX-TVTelemundo | 39 | 45 mi | 181° S | Good | Dallas, TX |
| NBCKXAS-TVNBC | 5 | 45 mi | 181° S | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| FOXKDFWFox | 4 | 45 mi | 181° S | Good | Dallas, TX |
| ABCWFAAABC | 8 | 45 mi | 181° S | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| CWKDAFCW | 33 | 48 mi | 180° S | Good | Dallas, TX |
| CBSKTVTCBS | 11 | 48 mi | 180° S | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| FOXKXIIFox | 12.3 | 56 mi | 9° N | Fair | Sherman, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Providence
Providence, Texas has a population of about 4,790. Our map shows 45 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 19 full-power, 2 Class A, 22 low-power and 2 translators. 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.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Providence, 29 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 15 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Dallas, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Dallas's stations.
The best-placed network stations 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 Providence
Point your antenna S, at about 181°. The main network towers for Providence sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Eight network stations, KPXD-TV, KUVN-DT, KDTX-TV, KAZD and KXTX-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 44 miles south of Providence (181° S). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 11 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Providence at fair strength or better, 91% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Providence, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Providence
The farthest main network tower for Providence is KDFW (Fox), 45 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
KTVT (CBS), 48 miles south, 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.
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 Providence
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 33; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KHFW-LDLow power | 19 mi | 112° ESE | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KXDA-LDLow power | 28 mi | 145° SE | Weak | Garland, TX |
| K26PS-DLow power | 29 mi | 107° ESE | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| KLEG-CDClass A | 33 mi | 164° SSE | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| KJJM-LDLow power | 35 mi | 192° SSW | Poor | Dallas & Mesquite, TX |
| K07AAD-DLow power | 35 mi | 192° SSW | Poor | Fort Worth, TX |
| KPFW-LDLow power | 35 mi | 192° SSW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KBFW-LDLow power | 40 mi | 213° SSW | Poor | Arlington, TX |
| KTXD-TVFull power | 44 mi | 181° S | Good | Greenville, TX |
| KNAV-LDLow power | 44 mi | 181° S | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KDTNFull power | 44 mi | 181° S | Good | Denton, TX |
| KHPK-LDLow power | 44 mi | 181° S | Poor | De Soto, TX |
| KPTD-LPLow power | 44 mi | 181° S | Good | Paris, TX |
| KZFW-LDLow power | 45 mi | 181° S | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KFWDFull power | 45 mi | 181° S | Fair | Fort Worth, TX |
| KBOP-LDLow power | 45 mi | 181° S | Poor | Dallas-Ft Worth, TX |
| KDFIFull power | 45 mi | 181° S | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KFAA-TVFull power | 45 mi | 181° S | Good | Decatur, TX |
| KODF-LDLow power | 45 mi | 180° S | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KHFD-LDLow power | 45 mi | 180° S | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| K26KC-DLow power | 45 mi | 180° S | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KERA-TVFull power | 48 mi | 180° S | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KTXAFull power | 48 mi | 180° S | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| KSTR-DTFull power | 48 mi | 180° S | Good | Irving, TX |
| K11XN-DLow power | 49 mi | 220° SW | Poor | Mineral Wells, TX |
How Providence compares with the rest of Texas
With 22 stations at fair strength or better, Providence ranks 241st of 1,039 places in Texas: more than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 31 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 Little Elm, 5.1 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Providence: 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 181° S, the direction of KDFW (Fox), 45 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 Providence, TX?
ABC is on channel 8 from WFAA, broadcasting from 45 miles S of Providence. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Providence, TX?
CBS is on channel 11 from KTVT, broadcasting from 48 miles S of Providence. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Providence, TX?
NBC is on channel 5 from KXAS-TV, broadcasting from 45 miles S of Providence. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Providence, TX?
Fox is on channel 4 from KDFW, broadcasting from 45 miles S of Providence. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Providence, TX?
CW is on channel 33 from KDAF, broadcasting from 48 miles S of Providence. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Providence?
45 transmitters within 70 miles of Providence; 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 Providence?
Point your antenna S, at about 181°. The main network towers for Providence sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Providence?
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. Picking up CBS from up to 48 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Providence?
KTVT (CBS), 48 miles south, 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 Providence?
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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- Lake Dallas8.7 mi
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- Frisco9.8 mi
- Denton10.0 mi
- The Colony11 mi
- Highland Village11 mi
- Pilot Point11 mi
- Celina12 mi
- Lewisville13 mi
- Lantana14 mi
- Sanger15 mi
- Flower Mound17 mi
- Allen19 mi
- Coppell20 mi
- Carrollton20 mi
- Fairview20 mi
- McKinney20 mi
- Addison20 mi
- Trophy Club21 mi
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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 Providence; signal estimates ignore terrain.