TV channels & antenna towers in Addison, Vermont
Addison has 16 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox and CW. About 7 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W25BT-D, 13 miles to the NE.
Network channels in Addison
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWPTZNBC | 5 | 39 mi | 38° NE | Good | Plattsburgh, NY |
| CWWNNECW | 31 | 39 mi | 38° NE | Good | Montpelier, VT |
| CBSWCAX-TVCBS | 3 | 39 mi | 38° NE | Good | Burlington, VT |
| FOXWFFF-TVFox | 44 | 39 mi | 38° NE | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| ABCWVNYABC | 22 | 39 mi | 38° NE | Fair | Burlington, VT |
Over-the-air TV in Addison
Addison is a small community of about 1,360 people in Vermont. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 16 licensed TV transmitters: 8 full-power, 1 Class A, 2 low-power and 5 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 7 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 3 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 8 between 25 and 45 miles, and 6 farther out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Burlington, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Burlington's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 22 (WVNY), CBS on channel 3 (WCAX-TV), NBC on channel 5 (WPTZ), Fox on channel 44 (WFFF-TV) and CW on channel 31 (WNNE). 3 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 Addison
Point your antenna NE, at about 38°. The main network towers for Addison sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, WPTZ, WNNE, WCAX-TV, WFFF-TV and WVNY, transmit from the same tower site about 39 miles northeast of Addison (38° NE). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Addison at fair strength or better, all arrive from the northeast, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Addison, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Addison
The farthest main network tower for Addison is WFFF-TV (Fox), 39 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Addison
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W25BT-DTranslator | 13 mi | 44° NE | Weak | Monkton, VT |
| W29EW-DTranslator | 23 mi | 344° NNW | Weak | Willsboro, NY |
| WETKFull power | 39 mi | 39° NE | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| W23EU-DTranslator | 39 mi | 158° SSE | Poor | Rutland, VT |
| WYCIFull power | 44 mi | 293° WNW | Poor | Saranac Lake, NY |
| WCFE-TVFull power | 51 mi | 326° NW | Fair | Plattsburgh, NY |
| W25AT-DTranslator | 58 mi | 275° W | Poor | Tupper Lake, NY |
| WNCE-CDClass A | 59 mi | 202° SSW | Poor | Glens Falls, NY |
| W36FE-DLow power | 63 mi | 114° ESE | Poor | Hanover, NH |
| W30DM-DTranslator | 64 mi | 172° S | Poor | Manchester, Etc., VT |
| WYCU-LDLow power | 69 mi | 133° SE | Poor | Charlestown, Etc., NH |
How Addison compares with the rest of Vermont
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Addison ranks 55th of 82 places in Vermont: fewer than the typical Vermont town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 39 miles away, against a state median of 40 miles.
54% of Vermont's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Burlington, 27 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Addison: 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 38° NE, the direction of WFFF-TV (Fox), 39 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 7 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 Addison, VT?
ABC is on channel 22 from WVNY, broadcasting from 39 miles NE of Addison. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Addison, VT?
CBS is on channel 3 from WCAX-TV, broadcasting from 39 miles NE of Addison. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Addison, VT?
NBC is on channel 5 from WPTZ, broadcasting from 39 miles NE of Addison. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Addison, VT?
Fox is on channel 44 from WFFF-TV, broadcasting from 39 miles NE of Addison. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Addison, VT?
CW is on channel 31 from WNNE, broadcasting from 39 miles NE of Addison. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Addison?
16 transmitters within 70 miles of Addison; around 7 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 Addison?
Point your antenna NE, at about 38°. The main network towers for Addison sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Addison?
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 Addison?
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 Addison?
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 Vermont cities
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- Colchester32 mi
- Randolph34 mi
- Rutland37 mi
- Montpelier38 mi
- Barre40 mi
- Chelsea43 mi
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More: all TV stations in Vermont · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Addison; signal estimates ignore terrain.