TV channels & antenna towers in Neenah, Wisconsin
Neenah has 14 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Telemundo. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WFRV-TV (CBS), 26 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in Neenah
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBSWFRV-TVCBS | 5 | 26 mi | 67° ENE | Strong | Green Bay, WI |
| TLMWMEITelemundo | 31.6 | 26 mi | 67° ENE | Strong | Shawano, WI |
| NBCWGBA-TVNBC | 26 | 27 mi | 63° ENE | Good | Green Bay, WI |
| ABCWBAY-TVABC | 2 | 28 mi | 56° NE | Good | Green Bay, WI |
| FOXWLUK-TVFox | 11 | 28 mi | 56° ENE | Good | Green Bay, WI |
| CWWCWFCW | 14 | 28 mi | 56° ENE | Good | Suring, WI |
| TBNWWRS-TVTrinity | 52 | 52 mi | 184° S | Fair | Mayville, WI |
Over-the-air TV in Neenah
With roughly 25,800 residents, Neenah is a city in Wisconsin. Our map shows 14 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 9 full-power, 3 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 10 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 8 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 0 transmitters are within 25 miles, 11 between 25 and 45 miles, and 3 farther out. Four of the 7 network stations in range are licensed to Green Bay, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Green Bay's stations.
For the networks, the best local options are ABC on channel 2 (WBAY-TV), CBS on channel 5 (WFRV-TV), NBC on channel 26 (WGBA-TV), Fox on channel 11 (WLUK-TV), CW on channel 14 (WCWF), Telemundo on channel 31.6 (WMEI) and Trinity on channel 52 (WWRS-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (strong signal). 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 Neenah
Point your antenna ENE, at about 60°. The main network towers for Neenah sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Three network stations, WFRV-TV, WMEI and WGBA-TV, transmit from the same tower site about 26 miles northeast of Neenah (67° ENE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Neenah at fair strength or better, 86% arrive from the northeast; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Neenah, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Neenah
The farthest main network tower for Neenah is WLUK-TV (Fox), 28 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 Neenah
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W30BU-DLow power | 26 mi | 63° ENE | Weak | Green Bay, WI |
| WACY-TVFull power | 27 mi | 63° ENE | Good | Appleton, WI |
| W21EF-DTranslator | 27 mi | 170° S | Weak | Fond Du Lac, WI |
| WPNE-TVFull power | 28 mi | 56° NE | Good | Green Bay, WI |
| WGBD-LDLow power | 28 mi | 56° ENE | Fair | Green Bay, WI |
| W29ET-DTranslator | 56 mi | 259° WSW | Poor | Coloma, WI |
| W26EE-DLow power | 60 mi | 334° NNW | Poor | Wittenberg, WI |
How Neenah compares with the rest of Wisconsin
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Neenah ranks 261st of 423 places in Wisconsin: fewer than the typical Wisconsin town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 26 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
44% of Wisconsin's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Appleton, 5.8 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Neenah: 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 56° ENE, the direction of WLUK-TV (Fox), 28 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 10 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 Neenah, WI?
ABC is on channel 2 from WBAY-TV, broadcasting from 28 miles NE of Neenah. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in Neenah, WI?
CBS is on channel 5 from WFRV-TV, broadcasting from 26 miles ENE of Neenah. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Neenah, WI?
NBC is on channel 26 from WGBA-TV, broadcasting from 27 miles ENE of Neenah. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is Fox in Neenah, WI?
Fox is on channel 11 from WLUK-TV, broadcasting from 28 miles ENE of Neenah. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Neenah, WI?
CW is on channel 14 from WCWF, broadcasting from 28 miles ENE of Neenah. Estimated signal: good.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Neenah?
14 transmitters within 70 miles of Neenah; around 10 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 Neenah?
Point your antenna ENE, at about 60°. The main network towers for Neenah sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Neenah?
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 Neenah?
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 Neenah?
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 Wisconsin · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Neenah; signal estimates ignore terrain.