TV channels & antenna towers in Rutland, Vermont
Rutland has 19 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 W23EU-D, 3.5 miles to the SSW.
Network channels in Rutland
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NBCWPTZNBC | 5 | 64 mi | 7° N | Good | Plattsburgh, NY |
| CWWNNECW | 31 | 64 mi | 7° N | Good | Montpelier, VT |
| CBSWCAX-TVCBS | 3 | 64 mi | 7° N | Good | Burlington, VT |
| FOXWFFF-TVFox | 44 | 64 mi | 7° N | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| ABCWVNYABC | 22 | 64 mi | 7° N | Weak | Burlington, VT |
Over-the-air TV in Rutland
With roughly 15,800 residents, Rutland is a city in Vermont. Our map shows 19 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 7 full-power, 1 Class A, 5 low-power and 6 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.
1 of them is within 25 miles of Rutland, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 13 are more than 45 miles 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). 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 Rutland
Point your antenna N, at about 7°. The main network towers for Rutland 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 64 miles north of Rutland (7° N). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 4 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Rutland at fair strength or better, all arrive from the north, so this is an easy place to aim.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Rutland, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Rutland
The farthest main network tower for Rutland is WFFF-TV (Fox), 64 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 Rutland
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W23EU-DTranslator | 3.5 mi | 211° SSW | Fair | Rutland, VT |
| W30DM-DTranslator | 32 mi | 193° SSW | Poor | Manchester, Etc., VT |
| WYCU-LDLow power | 37 mi | 113° ESE | Weak | Charlestown, Etc., NH |
| W36FE-DLow power | 41 mi | 80° E | Poor | Hanover, NH |
| W25BT-DTranslator | 43 mi | 350° N | Poor | Monkton, VT |
| WNCE-CDClass A | 45 mi | 240° WSW | Poor | Glens Falls, NY |
| WNGN-LDLow power | 49 mi | 214° SW | Poor | Troy, NY |
| WNGX-LDLow power | 49 mi | 214° SW | Poor | Schenectady, NY |
| WEKW-TVFull power | 50 mi | 142° SE | Fair | Keene, NH |
| W20EH-DTranslator | 53 mi | 194° SSW | Poor | Pownal, Etc., VT |
| W29EW-DTranslator | 59 mi | 338° NNW | Poor | Willsboro, NY |
| WETKFull power | 64 mi | 7° N | Fair | Burlington, VT |
| WYBM-LDLow power | 67 mi | 181° S | Poor | Westmoreland, NH |
| W32FW-DTranslator | 68 mi | 188° S | Poor | Adams, MA |
How Rutland compares with the rest of Vermont
With 7 stations at fair strength or better, Rutland ranks 55th of 82 places in Vermont: fewer than the typical Vermont town (8). Its nearest major network tower is 64 miles away, against a state median of 40 miles.
39% of Vermont's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Rutland: 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 7° N, the direction of WFFF-TV (Fox), 64 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 Rutland, VT?
ABC is on channel 22 from WVNY, broadcasting from 64 miles N of Rutland. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CBS in Rutland, VT?
CBS is on channel 3 from WCAX-TV, broadcasting from 64 miles N of Rutland. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in Rutland, VT?
NBC is on channel 5 from WPTZ, broadcasting from 64 miles N of Rutland. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Rutland, VT?
Fox is on channel 44 from WFFF-TV, broadcasting from 64 miles N of Rutland. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in Rutland, VT?
CW is on channel 31 from WNNE, broadcasting from 64 miles N of Rutland. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Rutland?
19 transmitters within 70 miles of Rutland; around 7 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 Rutland?
Point your antenna N, at about 7°. The main network towers for Rutland sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Rutland?
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 Rutland?
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 Rutland?
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 Rutland; signal estimates ignore terrain.