TV channels & antenna towers in Schofield, Wisconsin
Schofield has 18 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 10 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W27AU-D, 2.8 miles to the WSW.
Network channels in Schofield
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWSAW-TVCW | 7.4 | 4.3 mi | 280° W | Strong | Wausau, WI |
| ABCWAOWABC | 9 | 4.3 mi | 280° W | Strong | Wausau, WI |
| FOXWZAW-LDFox | 33 | 12 mi | 34° NE | Good | Wausau, WI |
| IONWTPX-TVION | 46 | 13 mi | 38° NE | Good | Antigo, WI |
| NBCWJFW-TVNBC | 12 | 56 mi | 20° NNE | Fair | Rhinelander, WI |
| ABCWMOWABC | 4.2 | 58 mi | 37° NE | Poor | Crandon, WI |
| CWWYOWCW | 34 | 62 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Eagle River, WI |
| CWWEAUCW | 14.10 | 69 mi | 256° WSW | Good | Eau Claire, WI |
| CWWECX-LDCW | 14 | 69 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Eau Claire, WI |
Over-the-air TV in Schofield
Schofield is a small community of about 2,200 people in Wisconsin. There are 18 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 9 full-power, 7 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 7 at good or strong strength.
8 of them are within 25 miles of Schofield, 2 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 8 are more than 45 miles out. Three of the 9 network stations in range are licensed to Wausau, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Wausau's stations.
The best-placed network stations are ABC on channel 9 (WAOW), NBC on channel 12 (WJFW-TV), Fox on channel 33 (WZAW-LD), CW on channel 7.4 (WSAW-TV) and ION on channel 46 (WTPX-TV). No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WFRV-TV in Green Bay, WI, 89 miles to the southeast. 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 Schofield
The main network towers around Schofield are in different directions: ABC 280° W (4.3 mi) and NBC 20° NNE (56 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
Two network stations, WSAW-TV and WAOW, transmit from the same tower site about 4.3 miles west of Schofield (280° W). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 5 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Schofield at fair strength or better, 60% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across two other directions.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Schofield, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Schofield
The farthest main network tower for Schofield is WJFW-TV (NBC), 56 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
WSAW-TV is only 4.3 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Other stations near Schofield
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W27AU-DLow power | 2.8 mi | 237° WSW | Good | Wausau, WI |
| WHRM-TVFull power | 4.3 mi | 280° W | Strong | Wausau, WI |
| W36EI-DLow power | 12 mi | 34° NE | Weak | Wausau, WI |
| WRJT-LDLow power | 22 mi | 214° SW | Fair | Wausau, WI |
| W26EE-DLow power | 30 mi | 82° E | Fair | Wittenberg, WI |
| W31EV-DLow power | 35 mi | 210° SSW | Weak | Stevens Point, WI |
| W33EW-DTranslator | 58 mi | 67° ENE | Poor | Rhinelander, WI |
| W29ET-DTranslator | 61 mi | 178° S | Poor | Coloma, WI |
| WNWEFull power | 62 mi | 16° NNE | Poor | Eagle River, WI |
How Schofield compares with the rest of Wisconsin
With 10 stations at fair strength or better, Schofield ranks 261st of 423 places in Wisconsin: fewer than the typical Wisconsin town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 4.3 miles away, against a state median of 25 miles.
26% of Wisconsin's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an outdoor directional antenna. The nearest larger city is Wausau, 3.6 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Schofield: 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 20° NNE, the direction of WJFW-TV (NBC), 56 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 Schofield, WI?
ABC is on channel 9 from WAOW, broadcasting from 4.3 miles W of Schofield. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in Schofield, WI?
NBC is on channel 12 from WJFW-TV, broadcasting from 56 miles NNE of Schofield. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is Fox in Schofield, WI?
Fox is on channel 33 from WZAW-LD, broadcasting from 12 miles NE of Schofield. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CW in Schofield, WI?
CW is on channel 7.4 from WSAW-TV, broadcasting from 4.3 miles W of Schofield. Estimated signal: strong.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Schofield?
18 transmitters within 70 miles of Schofield; around 10 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 Schofield?
The main network towers around Schofield are in different directions: ABC 280° W (4.3 mi) and NBC 20° NNE (56 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Schofield?
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. The towers are spread over about 100° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Schofield?
WSAW-TV is only 4.3 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Schofield?
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 Schofield; signal estimates ignore terrain.