TV channels & antenna towers in Jamaica, Vermont
Jamaica has 20 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, CW and ION. About 2 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W30DM-D, 18 miles to the WNW.
Network channels in Jamaica
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWFXQ-CDCW | 28.2 | 59 mi | 173° S | Poor | Springfield, MA |
| ABCWGGB-TVABC | 40 | 60 mi | 174° S | Fair | Springfield, MA |
| CBSWSHM-LDCBS | 33 | 60 mi | 174° S | Poor | Springfield, MA |
| ABCWMUR-TVABC | 9 | 61 mi | 97° E | Poor | Manchester, NH |
| IONWYPX-TVION | 55 | 70 mi | 243° WSW | Weak | Amsterdam, NY |
Over-the-air TV in Jamaica
Jamaica, Vermont has a population of about 1,010. There are 20 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 5 full-power, 2 Class A, 8 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.
2 of them are within 25 miles of Jamaica, 7 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 11 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 5 network stations in range are licensed to Springfield, MA, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Springfield's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 40 (WGGB-TV), CBS on channel 33 (WSHM-LD), CW on channel 28.2 (WFXQ-CD) and ION on channel 55 (WYPX-TV). No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WNYT in Albany, NY, 70 miles to the southwest. No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WXXA-TV in Albany, NY, 70 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 Jamaica
Point your antenna S, at about 174°. The main network towers for Jamaica sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Two network stations, WFXQ-CD and WGGB-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 59 miles south of Jamaica (173° S). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
WGGB-TV (ABC) lies beyond the radio horizon of its transmitter as seen from Jamaica. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Jamaica
The farthest main network tower for Jamaica is WGGB-TV (ABC), 60 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Viewers who do not need that station can often manage with less.
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 Jamaica
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W30DM-DTranslator | 18 mi | 285° WNW | Weak | Manchester, Etc., VT |
| WEKW-TVFull power | 21 mi | 102° ESE | Good | Keene, NH |
| W20EH-DTranslator | 28 mi | 235° SW | Weak | Pownal, Etc., VT |
| WYCU-LDLow power | 32 mi | 50° NE | Weak | Charlestown, Etc., NH |
| WYBM-LDLow power | 34 mi | 199° SSW | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| W23EU-DTranslator | 34 mi | 340° NNW | Poor | Rutland, VT |
| W32FW-DTranslator | 38 mi | 212° SSW | Poor | Adams, MA |
| WNGN-LDLow power | 38 mi | 262° W | Weak | Troy, NY |
| WNGX-LDLow power | 38 mi | 262° W | Weak | Schenectady, NY |
| WJCB-LDLow power | 48 mi | 114° ESE | Poor | Windsor, VT |
| WNCE-CDClass A | 50 mi | 285° WNW | Poor | Glens Falls, NY |
| W36FE-DLow power | 52 mi | 36° NE | Poor | Hanover, NH |
| W28DA-DTranslator | 53 mi | 208° SSW | Poor | Pittsfield, MA |
| WGBY-TVFull power | 60 mi | 174° S | Weak | Springfield, MA |
| WZPJ-LDLow power | 70 mi | 243° WSW | Poor | Albany, NY |
How Jamaica compares with the rest of Vermont
With 2 stations at fair strength or better, Jamaica ranks 76th of 82 places in Vermont: fewer than the typical Vermont town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 59 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 Jamaica: 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 174° S, the direction of WGGB-TV (ABC), 60 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 Jamaica, VT?
ABC is on channel 40 from WGGB-TV, broadcasting from 60 miles S of Jamaica. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Jamaica, VT?
CBS is on channel 33 from WSHM-LD, broadcasting from 60 miles S of Jamaica. Estimated signal: very weak.
What channel is CW in Jamaica, VT?
CW is on channel 28.2 from WFXQ-CD, broadcasting from 59 miles S of Jamaica. Estimated signal: very weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Jamaica?
20 transmitters within 70 miles of Jamaica; 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 Jamaica?
Point your antenna S, at about 174°. The main network towers for Jamaica sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Jamaica?
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 Jamaica?
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 Jamaica?
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
- Townshend6.7 mi
- Londonderry8.8 mi
- Dover11 mi
- Manchester Center15 mi
- Rockingham16 mi
- Brattleboro21 mi
- Bennington26 mi
- Rutland37 mi
- Woodstock38 mi
- Hartford45 mi
Nearby cities in other states
- Keene, NH28 mi
- Claremont, NH29 mi
- Swanzey, NH30 mi
- Granville, NY32 mi
- North Adams, MA32 mi
- Greenfield, MA37 mi
- Adams, MA37 mi
- Northumberland, NY41 mi
- Montague, MA41 mi
- Hudson Falls, NY43 mi
- Whitehall, NY44 mi
- Athol, MA45 mi
- Rindge, NH46 mi
- Lebanon, NH46 mi
More: all TV stations in Vermont · Northeast region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Jamaica; signal estimates ignore terrain.