TV channels & antenna towers in Chester, Vermont

Chester has 17 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CW and ION. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WYCU-LD, 18 miles to the ENE.

Open Chester in the live finder

17TV transmitters within 70 miles

3networks over the air

18 mito the closest tower

2,994population

Network channels in Chester

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
ABCWMUR-TVABC	9	54 mi	110° ESE	Weak	Manchester, NH
IONWPXG-TVION	21	64 mi	94° E	Weak	Concord, NH
CWWFXQ-CDCW	28.2	70 mi	182° S	Poor	Springfield, MA

Over-the-air TV in Chester

With roughly 2,990 residents, Chester is a town in Vermont. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 17 licensed TV transmitters: 4 full-power, 2 Class A, 6 low-power and 5 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 2 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

By distance, 2 transmitters are within 25 miles, 4 between 25 and 45 miles, and 11 farther out.

The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 9 (WMUR-TV), CW on channel 28.2 (WFXQ-CD) and ION on channel 21 (WPXG-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WRGB in Schenectady, NY, 84 miles to the southwest. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WNYT in Albany, NY, 84 miles to the southwest. 2 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 Chester

Point your antenna ESE, at about 110°. The main network towers for Chester sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

WMUR-TV (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Chester. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Chester

The farthest main network tower for Chester is WMUR-TV (ABC), 54 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 stations near Chester

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
WYCU-LDLow power	18 mi	58° ENE	Fair	Charlestown, Etc., NH
WEKW-TVFull power	20 mi	144° SE	Good	Keene, NH
W30DM-DTranslator	27 mi	256° WSW	Weak	Manchester, Etc., VT
W23EU-DTranslator	30 mi	316° NW	Weak	Rutland, VT
W36FE-DLow power	38 mi	36° NE	Weak	Hanover, NH
W20EH-DTranslator	42 mi	230° SW	Poor	Pownal, Etc., VT
WJCB-LDLow power	46 mi	132° SE	Poor	Windsor, VT
WYBM-LDLow power	48 mi	205° SSW	Poor	Westmoreland, NH
WNGN-LDLow power	50 mi	251° WSW	Poor	Troy, NY
WNGX-LDLow power	50 mi	251° WSW	Poor	Schenectady, NY
W32FW-DTranslator	52 mi	214° SW	Poor	Adams, MA
WNCE-CDClass A	58 mi	272° W	Poor	Glens Falls, NY
WYDNFull power	64 mi	94° E	Weak	Lowell, MA
W28DA-DTranslator	67 mi	211° SSW	Poor	Pittsfield, MA

How Chester compares with the rest of Vermont

With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Chester ranks 76th of 82 places in Vermont: fewer than the typical Vermont town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 54 miles away, against a state median of 40 miles.

39% of Vermont's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Keene, 28 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Chester: 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 110° ESE, the direction of WMUR-TV (ABC), 54 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 2 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 Chester, VT?

ABC is on channel 9 from WMUR-TV, broadcasting from 54 miles ESE of Chester. Estimated signal: weak.

What channel is CW in Chester, VT?

CW is on channel 28.2 from WFXQ-CD, broadcasting from 70 miles S of Chester. Estimated signal: very weak.

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

17 transmitters within 70 miles of Chester; around 2 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 Chester?

Point your antenna ESE, at about 110°. The main network towers for Chester sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Chester?

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.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Chester?

Is there an app to find TV towers in Chester?

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 Vermont · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Chester; signal estimates ignore terrain.