TV channels & antenna towers in Richmond, Utah
Richmond has 119 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 1 station should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K04RX-D, 14 miles to the W.
Over-the-air TV in Richmond
Richmond is a town of about 2,580 people in Utah. There are 119 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 1 full-power, 8 low-power and 110 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 1 is likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 35 transmitters are within 25 miles, 46 between 25 and 45 miles, and 38 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KTVX in Salt Lake City, UT, 90 miles to the south. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KUTV in Salt Lake City, UT, 90 miles to the south. 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 Richmond
The nearest towers around Richmond are in different directions: K04RX-D 259° W (14 mi), K29EY-D 8° N (14 mi) and K35GJ-D 8° N (14 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 Richmond, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Richmond
The farthest of the closest towers for Richmond is K35GJ-D, 14 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Other TV stations near Richmond
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 119; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K04RX-DTranslator | 14 mi | 259° W | Weak | Preston, ID |
| K29EY-DTranslator | 14 mi | 8° N | Weak | Preston, ID |
| K35GJ-DTranslator | 14 mi | 8° N | Weak | Preston, ID |
| K31FR-DTranslator | 14 mi | 8° N | Weak | Preston, ID |
| K27GM-DTranslator | 14 mi | 8° N | Weak | Preston, ID |
| K23GR-DTranslator | 14 mi | 8° N | Weak | Preston, ID |
| K33GF-DTranslator | 14 mi | 8° N | Weak | Preston, ID |
| K25HG-DTranslator | 14 mi | 8° N | Weak | Preston, ID |
| K19EW-DTranslator | 14 mi | 8° N | Weak | Preston, ID |
| K21HH-DTranslator | 14 mi | 8° N | Weak | Preston, ID |
| K16IX-DTranslator | 14 mi | 8° N | Weak | Preston, ID |
| K14OA-DTranslator | 14 mi | 8° N | Weak | Preston, ID |
| K08QL-DLow power | 16 mi | 223° SW | Weak | Logan, UT |
| K11XG-DLow power | 23 mi | 198° SSW | Weak | Logan, UT |
| KJDN-LDLow power | 23 mi | 198° SSW | Weak | Logan, UT |
| K14RY-DTranslator | 23 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Malad & Surrounding, ID |
| K20OF-DTranslator | 23 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Malad, ID |
| K25IP-DTranslator | 23 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Malad City, ID |
| K16MW-DTranslator | 23 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Malad City, ID |
| K21HV-DTranslator | 23 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Malad, ID |
| K33IM-DTranslator | 23 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Malad City, ID |
| K22NV-DTranslator | 23 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Malad City, ID |
| K31HS-DTranslator | 23 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Malad, ID |
| K26OY-DTranslator | 23 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Malad City, ID |
| K32NV-DTranslator | 23 mi | 298° WNW | Weak | Malad City, ID |
How Richmond compares with the rest of Utah
With 1 station at fair strength or better, Richmond ranks 158th of 180 places in Utah: fewer than the typical Utah town (15).
38% of Utah's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Logan, 13 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Richmond: step by step
- Mount an outdoor antenna on the roof or a mast, as high as you can safely get it, with a clear view toward the towers.
- Point it toward 8° N, the direction of K35GJ-D, 14 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 1 station, 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 Richmond?
119 transmitters within 70 miles of Richmond; around 1 of them are likely to be receivable with outdoor directional 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 Richmond?
The nearest towers around Richmond are in different directions: K04RX-D 259° W (14 mi), K29EY-D 8° N (14 mi) and K35GJ-D 8° N (14 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Richmond?
Outdoor directional antenna (45–70 miles). Some major towers are a long way off. Mount a directional antenna on the roof or a mast and aim it with the bearings below. The towers are spread over about 109° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Richmond?
At this distance a low-noise preamplifier mounted on the mast, right below the antenna, helps more than an amplifier near the TV. It boosts the signal before cable loss eats into it. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Richmond?
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 Utah cities
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- Smithfield5.9 mi
- Hyde Park8.6 mi
- North Logan11 mi
- Benson11 mi
- Logan13 mi
- River Heights14 mi
- Providence15 mi
- Millville17 mi
- Mendon17 mi
- Nibley17 mi
- Hyrum20 mi
- Tremonton23 mi
- Brigham City30 mi
- Randolph37 mi
- Pleasant View43 mi
- North Ogden43 mi
- Farr West45 mi
- Harrisville45 mi
- Plain City45 mi
- Ogden49 mi
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More: all TV stations in Utah · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Richmond; signal estimates ignore terrain.