TV channels & antenna towers in Rowlett, Texas
Rowlett has 39 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 KXDA-LD, 7.2 miles to the W.
Network channels in Rowlett
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MeTVKAZDMeTV | 55.2 | 32 mi | 227° SW | Good | Lake Dallas, TX |
| UNIKUVN-DTUnivision | 23 | 32 mi | 228° SW | Good | Garland, TX |
| TBNKDTX-TVTrinity | 58 | 32 mi | 228° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| IONKPXD-TVION | 68 | 32 mi | 228° SW | Good | Arlington, TX |
| TLMKXTX-TVTelemundo | 39 | 32 mi | 227° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| NBCKXAS-TVNBC | 5 | 32 mi | 227° SW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| FOXKDFWFox | 4 | 33 mi | 228° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| ABCWFAAABC | 8 | 33 mi | 228° SW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| UNIKUVN-CDUnivision | 23 | 34 mi | 259° W | Weak | Fort Worth, TX |
| CWKDAFCW | 33 | 34 mi | 223° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| CBSKTVTCBS | 11 | 34 mi | 223° SW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Rowlett
With roughly 60,200 residents, Rowlett is a city in Texas. Our map shows 39 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 18 full-power, 2 Class A and 19 low-power. 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.
4 of them are within 25 miles of Rowlett, 30 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out. Five of the 11 network stations in range are licensed to Dallas, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Dallas's stations.
The strongest network signals here 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 Rowlett
Point your antenna SW, at about 226°. The main network towers for Rowlett sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Eight network stations, KAZD, KUVN-DT, KDTX-TV, KPXD-TV and KXTX-TV and others, transmit from the same tower site about 32 miles southwest of Rowlett (227° SW). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Rowlett at fair strength or better, all arrive from the southwest, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Rowlett, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Rowlett
The farthest main network tower for Rowlett is KTVT (CBS), 34 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 Rowlett
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 28; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KXDA-LDLow power | 7.2 mi | 269° W | Fair | Garland, TX |
| K26PS-DLow power | 15 mi | 17° NNE | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| KLEG-CDClass A | 16 mi | 239° WSW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| KHFW-LDLow power | 17 mi | 340° NNW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KZFW-LDLow power | 32 mi | 227° SW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KFWDFull power | 32 mi | 227° SW | Fair | Fort Worth, TX |
| KBOP-LDLow power | 32 mi | 227° SW | Weak | Dallas-Ft Worth, TX |
| KODF-LDLow power | 32 mi | 227° SW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| KHFD-LDLow power | 32 mi | 227° SW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| K26KC-DLow power | 32 mi | 227° SW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| KTXD-TVFull power | 32 mi | 228° SW | Good | Greenville, TX |
| KNAV-LDLow power | 32 mi | 228° SW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| KDTNFull power | 32 mi | 228° SW | Good | Denton, TX |
| KHPK-LDLow power | 32 mi | 228° SW | Weak | De Soto, TX |
| KPTD-LPLow power | 32 mi | 228° SW | Good | Paris, TX |
| KDFIFull power | 33 mi | 228° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KFAA-TVFull power | 33 mi | 228° SW | Good | Decatur, TX |
| KJJM-LDLow power | 33 mi | 250° WSW | Weak | Dallas & Mesquite, TX |
| K07AAD-DLow power | 33 mi | 250° WSW | Poor | Fort Worth, TX |
| KPFW-LDLow power | 33 mi | 250° WSW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| KERA-TVFull power | 34 mi | 223° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KTXAFull power | 34 mi | 223° SW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| KSTR-DTFull power | 34 mi | 223° SW | Good | Irving, TX |
| KBFW-LDLow power | 46 mi | 257° WSW | Poor | Arlington, TX |
| KGSW-LDLow power | 56 mi | 233° SW | Poor | Keene, TX |
How Rowlett compares with the rest of Texas
With 22 stations at fair strength or better, Rowlett ranks 241st of 1,039 places in Texas: more than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 32 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 Garland, 4.4 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Rowlett: 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 223° SW, the direction of KTVT (CBS), 34 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 Rowlett, TX?
ABC is on channel 8 from WFAA, broadcasting from 33 miles SW of Rowlett. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Rowlett, TX?
CBS is on channel 11 from KTVT, broadcasting from 34 miles SW of Rowlett. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Rowlett, TX?
NBC is on channel 5 from KXAS-TV, broadcasting from 32 miles SW of Rowlett. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Rowlett, TX?
Fox is on channel 4 from KDFW, broadcasting from 33 miles SW of Rowlett. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Rowlett, TX?
CW is on channel 33 from KDAF, broadcasting from 34 miles SW of Rowlett. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Rowlett?
39 transmitters within 70 miles of Rowlett; 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 Rowlett?
Point your antenna SW, at about 226°. The main network towers for Rowlett sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Rowlett?
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 Rowlett?
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 Rowlett?
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 Rowlett; signal estimates ignore terrain.