TV channels & antenna towers in Richwood, West Virginia

Richwood has 14 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC and Fox. About 4 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W03BX-D, 18 miles to the WNW.

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14TV transmitters within 70 miles

2networks over the air

18 mito the closest tower

1,980population

Network channels in Richwood

Station	Channel	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
FOXWVNS-TVFox	59.2	33 mi	197° SSW	Fair	Lewisburg, WV
ABCWOAY-TVABC	4	38 mi	241° WSW	Good	Oak Hill, WV
ABCWHSV-TVABC	3	66 mi	93° E	Fair	Harrisonburg, VA

Over-the-air TV in Richwood

Richwood is a small community of about 1,980 people in West Virginia. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 14 licensed TV transmitters: 4 full-power, 8 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 4 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 1 at good or strong strength.

3 of them are within 25 miles of Richwood, 6 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 5 are more than 45 miles out.

For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 4 (WOAY-TV) and Fox on channel 59.2 (WVNS-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WDBJ in Roanoke, VA, 74 miles to the south. No NBC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WSLS-TV in Roanoke, VA, 74 miles to the south. 1 full-power station in range has no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Richwood

Point your antenna SW, at about 219°. The main network towers for Richwood sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Richwood, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Richwood

The farthest main network tower for Richwood is WOAY-TV (ABC), 38 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.

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 Richwood

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

Station	Distance	Point antenna	Est. signal	Licensed to
W03BX-DLow power	18 mi	300° WNW	Poor	Sutton, WV
W04DZ-DLow power	18 mi	300° WNW	Poor	Sutton, WV
W18FB-DLow power	18 mi	300° WNW	Weak	Sutton, WV
WZTS-LDLow power	31 mi	229° SW	Poor	Summersville, WV
W25FX-DLow power	32 mi	342° NNW	Poor	Sutton, WV
WSWP-TVFull power	34 mi	228° SW	Fair	Grandview, WV
W28DR-DTranslator	36 mi	349° NNW	Weak	Cedarville, WV
W27EF-DLow power	62 mi	280° W	Poor	Charleston, WV
W22EX-DTranslator	66 mi	93° E	Poor	Staunton, VA
W32EW-DLow power	68 mi	150° SSE	Poor	Roanoke, VA
WOCW-LDLow power	69 mi	284° WNW	Poor	Charleston, WV

How Richwood compares with the rest of West Virginia

With 4 stations at fair strength or better, Richwood ranks 160th of 163 places in West Virginia: fewer than the typical West Virginia town (11). Its nearest major network tower is 33 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.

55% of West Virginia's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.

Setting up an antenna in Richwood: 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 241° WSW, the direction of WOAY-TV (ABC), 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 4 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 Richwood, WV?

ABC is on channel 4 from WOAY-TV, broadcasting from 38 miles WSW of Richwood. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is Fox in Richwood, WV?

Fox is on channel 59.2 from WVNS-TV, broadcasting from 33 miles SSW of Richwood. Estimated signal: fair.

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

14 transmitters within 70 miles of Richwood; around 4 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 Richwood?

Point your antenna SW, at about 219°. The main network towers for Richwood sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.

What kind of antenna do I need in Richwood?

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 Richwood?

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 Richwood?

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 West Virginia · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Richwood; signal estimates ignore terrain.