TV channels & antenna towers in South Hill, Washington
South Hill has 25 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 16 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K18NH-D, 2.2 miles to the N.
Network channels in South Hill
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IONKWPX-TVION | 33 | 29 mi | 29° NNE | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| MeTVKFFVMeTV | 44.1 | 33 mi | 357° N | Good | Seattle, WA |
| NBCKING-TVNBC | 5 | 34 mi | 354° N | Good | Seattle, WA |
| CWKUNS-TVCW | 51 | 34 mi | 353° N | Good | Bellevue, WA |
| ABCKOMO-TVABC | 4 | 34 mi | 353° N | Good | Seattle, WA |
| CBSKIRO-TVCBS | 7 | 34 mi | 353° N | Good | Seattle, WA |
| TBNKTBW-TVTrinity | 20 | 37 mi | 319° NW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
| FOXKCPQFox | 13 | 38 mi | 318° NW | Fair | Tacoma, WA |
Over-the-air TV in South Hill
South Hill, Washington has a population of about 52,400. Our map shows 25 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 15 full-power, 8 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 16 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 12 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 3 transmitters are within 25 miles, 18 between 25 and 45 miles, and 4 farther out. Four of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Seattle, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Seattle's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 4 (KOMO-TV), CBS on channel 7 (KIRO-TV), NBC on channel 5 (KING-TV), Fox on channel 13 (KCPQ), CW on channel 51 (KUNS-TV), ION on channel 33 (KWPX-TV), MeTV on channel 44.1 (KFFV) and Trinity on channel 20 (KTBW-TV). 7 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 South Hill
Point your antenna NNW, at about 345°. The main network towers for South Hill sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Four network stations, KING-TV, KUNS-TV, KOMO-TV and KIRO-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 34 miles north of South Hill (354° N). Aim there first: one setting covers all of them.
Of the 8 full-power and Class A network signals that reach South Hill at fair strength or better, 63% arrive from the north; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from South Hill, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for South Hill
The farthest main network tower for South Hill is KCPQ (Fox), 38 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
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 South Hill
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K18NH-DTranslator | 2.2 mi | 6° N | Good | Puyallup, WA |
| KBTC-TVFull power | 15 mi | 310° NW | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| K18NI-DTranslator | 21 mi | 338° NNW | Weak | Point Pulley, Etc., WA |
| KWDKFull power | 29 mi | 29° NNE | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KUSE-LDLow power | 29 mi | 29° NNE | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| KSTWFull power | 33 mi | 357° N | Good | Tacoma, WA |
| KZJOFull power | 33 mi | 357° N | Good | Seattle, WA |
| KCTS-TVFull power | 33 mi | 357° N | Fair | Seattle, WA |
| KONGFull power | 34 mi | 354° N | Good | Everett, WA |
| KRUM-LDLow power | 34 mi | 354° N | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| K20NF-DLow power | 34 mi | 354° N | Weak | Seattle, WA |
| KQAH-LDLow power | 34 mi | 353° N | Weak | Maltby, WA |
| KYMU-LDLow power | 34 mi | 353° N | Poor | Seattle, WA |
| K17NX-DLow power | 55 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Centralia/Chehalis, WA |
| KCKAFull power | 55 mi | 223° SW | Fair | Centralia, WA |
| K15MI-DLow power | 55 mi | 223° SW | Poor | Centralia/Chelasis, WA |
| K29ED-DLow power | 58 mi | 7° N | Poor | Everett, WA |
How South Hill compares with the rest of Washington
With 16 stations at fair strength or better, South Hill ranks 210th of 398 places in Washington: fewer than the typical Washington town (17). Its nearest major network tower is 29 miles away, against a state median of 19 miles.
60% of Washington's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Tacoma, 11 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in South Hill: 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 318° NW, the direction of KCPQ (Fox), 38 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 16 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 South Hill, WA?
ABC is on channel 4 from KOMO-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles N of South Hill. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in South Hill, WA?
CBS is on channel 7 from KIRO-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles N of South Hill. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is NBC in South Hill, WA?
NBC is on channel 5 from KING-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles N of South Hill. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in South Hill, WA?
Fox is on channel 13 from KCPQ, broadcasting from 38 miles NW of South Hill. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CW in South Hill, WA?
CW is on channel 51 from KUNS-TV, broadcasting from 34 miles N of South Hill. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in South Hill?
25 transmitters within 70 miles of South Hill; around 16 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 South Hill?
Point your antenna NNW, at about 345°. The main network towers for South Hill sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in South Hill?
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 South Hill?
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 South Hill?
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 Washington · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of South Hill; signal estimates ignore terrain.