TV channels & antenna towers in Saint Paul, Texas
Saint Paul has 41 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 K26PS-D, 6.2 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Saint Paul
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIKUVN-CDUnivision | 23 | 37 mi | 245° WSW | Weak | Fort Worth, TX |
| MeTVKAZDMeTV | 55.2 | 40 mi | 218° SW | Good | Lake Dallas, TX |
| UNIKUVN-DTUnivision | 23 | 40 mi | 218° SW | Good | Garland, TX |
| TBNKDTX-TVTrinity | 58 | 40 mi | 218° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| IONKPXD-TVION | 68 | 40 mi | 218° SW | Good | Arlington, TX |
| TLMKXTX-TVTelemundo | 39 | 40 mi | 218° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| NBCKXAS-TVNBC | 5 | 40 mi | 218° SW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| FOXKDFWFox | 4 | 40 mi | 218° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| ABCWFAAABC | 8 | 40 mi | 218° SW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| CWKDAFCW | 33 | 42 mi | 215° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| CBSKTVTCBS | 11 | 42 mi | 215° SW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
Over-the-air TV in Saint Paul
Saint Paul, Texas has a population of about 1,070. There are 41 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 18 full-power, 2 Class A, 20 low-power and 1 translator. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 22 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 18 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 4 transmitters are within 25 miles, 30 between 25 and 45 miles, and 7 farther 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.
For the networks, the best local options 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 Saint Paul
Point your antenna SW, at about 217°. The main network towers for Saint Paul 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 40 miles southwest of Saint Paul (218° SW). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 10 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Saint Paul
The farthest main network tower for Saint Paul is KTVT (CBS), 42 miles away with a good 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 stations near Saint Paul
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 30; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K26PS-DLow power | 6.2 mi | 36° NE | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KHFW-LDLow power | 9.0 mi | 315° NW | Weak | Dallas, TX |
| KXDA-LDLow power | 13 mi | 219° SW | Fair | Garland, TX |
| KLEG-CDClass A | 23 mi | 219° SW | Fair | Dallas, TX |
| KJJM-LDLow power | 38 mi | 237° WSW | Poor | Dallas & Mesquite, TX |
| K07AAD-DLow power | 38 mi | 237° WSW | Poor | Fort Worth, TX |
| KPFW-LDLow power | 38 mi | 237° WSW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KZFW-LDLow power | 40 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KFWDFull power | 40 mi | 218° SW | Fair | Fort Worth, TX |
| KBOP-LDLow power | 40 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Dallas-Ft Worth, TX |
| KTXD-TVFull power | 40 mi | 218° SW | Good | Greenville, TX |
| KNAV-LDLow power | 40 mi | 218° SW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KDTNFull power | 40 mi | 218° SW | Good | Denton, TX |
| KHPK-LDLow power | 40 mi | 218° SW | Poor | De Soto, TX |
| KPTD-LPLow power | 40 mi | 218° SW | Good | Paris, TX |
| KODF-LDLow power | 40 mi | 217° SW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KHFD-LDLow power | 40 mi | 217° SW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| K26KC-DLow power | 40 mi | 217° SW | Poor | Dallas, TX |
| KDFIFull power | 40 mi | 218° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KFAA-TVFull power | 40 mi | 218° SW | Good | Decatur, TX |
| KERA-TVFull power | 42 mi | 215° SW | Good | Dallas, TX |
| KTXAFull power | 42 mi | 215° SW | Good | Fort Worth, TX |
| KSTR-DTFull power | 42 mi | 215° SW | Good | Irving, TX |
| KBFW-LDLow power | 50 mi | 246° WSW | Poor | Arlington, TX |
| K11XN-DLow power | 60 mi | 247° WSW | Poor | Mineral Wells, TX |
How Saint Paul compares with the rest of Texas
With 22 stations at fair strength or better, Saint Paul ranks 241st of 1,039 places in Texas: more than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 37 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 Wylie, 1.9 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Saint Paul: 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 215° SW, the direction of KTVT (CBS), 42 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 Saint Paul, TX?
ABC is on channel 8 from WFAA, broadcasting from 40 miles SW of Saint Paul. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Saint Paul, TX?
CBS is on channel 11 from KTVT, broadcasting from 42 miles SW of Saint Paul. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Saint Paul, TX?
NBC is on channel 5 from KXAS-TV, broadcasting from 40 miles SW of Saint Paul. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Saint Paul, TX?
Fox is on channel 4 from KDFW, broadcasting from 40 miles SW of Saint Paul. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Saint Paul, TX?
CW is on channel 33 from KDAF, broadcasting from 42 miles SW of Saint Paul. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Saint Paul?
41 transmitters within 70 miles of Saint Paul; 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 Saint Paul?
Point your antenna SW, at about 217°. The main network towers for Saint Paul sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Saint Paul?
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 Saint Paul?
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 Saint Paul?
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.
TV channels in nearby Texas cities
- Wylie1.9 mi
- Lucas3.3 mi
- Murphy4.1 mi
- Sachse5.2 mi
- Allen8.2 mi
- Plano8.7 mi
- Rockwall9.2 mi
- Fairview9.3 mi
- Rowlett9.6 mi
- Princeton10 mi
- Garland10 mi
- McKinney11 mi
- Fate12 mi
- Richardson12 mi
- Royse City13 mi
- Heath15 mi
- Sunnyvale17 mi
- Melissa17 mi
- Addison17 mi
- Frisco18 mi
- Mesquite19 mi
- University Park20 mi
- The Colony20 mi
- Prosper20 mi
More: all TV stations in Texas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Saint Paul; signal estimates ignore terrain.