TV channels & antenna towers in Tyler, Texas

Tyler has 18 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 15 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KQKT-LD, 0.0 miles to the NNE.

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18TV transmitters within 70 miles

5networks over the air

0.0 mito the closest tower

103,700population

Network channels in Tyler

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
IONKPKN-LDION	33.2	12 mi	54° NE	Good	Tyler, TX
ABCKLTVABC	7	14 mi	20° NNE	Good	Tyler, TX
NBCKETK-TVNBC	56	20 mi	182° S	Strong	Jacksonville, TX
FOXKFXK-TVFox	51	21 mi	107° ESE	Strong	Longview, TX
CWKYTXCW	19.2	33 mi	158° SSE	Good	Nacogdoches, TX

Over-the-air TV in Tyler

With roughly 104,000 residents, Tyler is a city in Texas. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 18 licensed TV transmitters: 5 full-power and 13 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 15 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 9 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 14 transmitters are within 25 miles, 3 between 25 and 45 miles, and 1 farther out. Tyler is a broadcast hub in its own right: two of the 5 network stations in range are licensed here.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 7 (KLTV), NBC on channel 56 (KETK-TV), Fox on channel 51 (KFXK-TV), CW on channel 19.2 (KYTX) and ION on channel 33.2 (KPKN-LD). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KSLA in Shreveport, LA, 83 miles to the east. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Tyler

The main network towers around Tyler are in different directions: ABC 20° NNE (14 mi), NBC 182° S (20 mi) and Fox 107° ESE (21 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Tyler at fair strength or better, 50% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across two other directions.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Tyler, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Tyler

The farthest main network tower for Tyler is KFXK-TV (Fox), 21 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.

KTPN-LD is only 1.9 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 stations near Tyler

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
KQKT-LDLow power	0.0 mi	25° NNE	Good	Tyler, TX
K24MO-DLow power	0.0 mi	25° NNE	Good	Tyler, TX
KTPN-LDLow power	1.9 mi	61° ENE	Strong	Tyler, TX
KDKJ-LDLow power	7.4 mi	212° SSW	Fair	Tyler, TX
KBJE-LDLow power	7.4 mi	212° SSW	Fair	Tyler, TX
KKPD-LDLow power	7.4 mi	212° SSW	Fair	Tyler, TX
KXXW-LDLow power	7.4 mi	212° SSW	Fair	Tyler, TX
KCEBFull power	12 mi	54° NE	Good	Longview, TX
K21PE-DLow power	14 mi	20° NNE	Fair	Tyler, TX
K25LG-DLow power	20 mi	182° S	Fair	Tyler, TX
KLGV-LDLow power	34 mi	78° ENE	Weak	Longview, TX
K31PR-DLow power	42 mi	164° SSE	Poor	Alto, TX
K14NR-DLow power	54 mi	74° ENE	Poor	Marshall, TX

How Tyler compares with the rest of Texas

With 15 stations at fair strength or better, Tyler ranks 473rd of 1,039 places in Texas: more than the typical Texas town (14). Its nearest major network tower is 12 miles away, against a state median of 26 miles.

24% of Texas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Tyler: step by step

Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
Point it toward 107° ESE, the direction of KFXK-TV (Fox), 21 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 15 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 Tyler, TX?

ABC is on channel 7 from KLTV, broadcasting from 14 miles NNE of Tyler. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is NBC in Tyler, TX?

NBC is on channel 56 from KETK-TV, broadcasting from 20 miles S of Tyler. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Tyler, TX?

Fox is on channel 51 from KFXK-TV, broadcasting from 21 miles ESE of Tyler. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is CW in Tyler, TX?

CW is on channel 19.2 from KYTX, broadcasting from 33 miles SSE of Tyler. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Tyler?

18 transmitters within 70 miles of Tyler; around 15 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor 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 Tyler?

What kind of antenna do I need in Tyler?

Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Tyler?

KTPN-LD is only 1.9 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.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Tyler?

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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