TV channels & antenna towers in Wautoma, Wisconsin
Wautoma has 28 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and ION. About 5 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is W29ET-D, 14 miles to the WSW.
Network channels in Wautoma
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBNWWRS-TVTrinity | 52 | 58 mi | 139° SE | Weak | Mayville, WI |
| CWWSAW-TVCW | 7.4 | 62 mi | 341° NNW | Weak | Wausau, WI |
| ABCWAOWABC | 9 | 62 mi | 341° NNW | Fair | Wausau, WI |
| CBSWFRV-TVCBS | 5 | 67 mi | 74° ENE | Fair | Green Bay, WI |
| TLMWMEITelemundo | 31.6 | 67 mi | 74° ENE | Weak | Shawano, WI |
| NBCWGBA-TVNBC | 26 | 68 mi | 73° ENE | Weak | Green Bay, WI |
| ABCWBAY-TVABC | 2 | 68 mi | 70° ENE | Fair | Green Bay, WI |
| FOXWLUK-TVFox | 11 | 68 mi | 70° ENE | Weak | Green Bay, WI |
| CWWCWFCW | 14 | 68 mi | 70° ENE | Weak | Suring, WI |
| FOXWZAW-LDFox | 33 | 68 mi | 353° N | Poor | Wausau, WI |
| IONWTPX-TVION | 46 | 68 mi | 354° N | Poor | Antigo, WI |
Over-the-air TV in Wautoma
With roughly 2,140 residents, Wautoma is a small community in Wisconsin. Our map shows 28 licensed TV transmitters inside a 70-mile radius: 13 full-power, 13 low-power and 2 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 5 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 1 transmitter is within 25 miles, 1 between 25 and 45 miles, and 26 farther out. Four of the 11 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.
The best-placed network stations 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 7.4 (WSAW-TV), ION on channel 46 (WTPX-TV), Telemundo on channel 31.6 (WMEI) and Trinity on channel 52 (WWRS-TV). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (weak signal). 3 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 Wautoma
Point your antenna ENE, at about 72°. The main network towers for Wautoma 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 67 miles east of Wautoma (74° ENE). That one direction covers every station on the site.
Of the 3 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Wautoma at fair strength or better, 67% arrive from the east; the rest are spread across one other direction.
WBAY-TV (ABC), WFRV-TV (CBS), WGBA-TV (NBC) and WLUK-TV (Fox) lie beyond the radio horizon of their transmitter as seen from Wautoma. Past that point signals fade quickly, so antenna height matters more than amplification.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Wautoma
The farthest main network tower for Wautoma is WLUK-TV (Fox), 68 miles away with a weak estimated signal. That is why we suggest an outdoor directional antenna here. Skip that station and you may get away with a smaller antenna.
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 Wautoma
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W29ET-DTranslator | 14 mi | 254° WSW | Fair | Coloma, WI |
| W31EV-DLow power | 43 mi | 310° NW | Poor | Stevens Point, WI |
| WRJT-LDLow power | 48 mi | 325° NW | Poor | Wausau, WI |
| W21EF-DTranslator | 49 mi | 112° ESE | Poor | Fond Du Lac, WI |
| W27AU-DLow power | 59 mi | 342° NNW | Poor | Wausau, WI |
| W25FT-DLow power | 60 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Baraboo, WI |
| W22FK-DLow power | 60 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Baraboo, WI |
| W36FN-DLow power | 60 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Baraboo, WI |
| WHRM-TVFull power | 62 mi | 341° NNW | Fair | Wausau, WI |
| WMWI-LDLow power | 63 mi | 179° S | Poor | Verona, WI |
| W26EE-DLow power | 63 mi | 13° NNE | Poor | Wittenberg, WI |
| WPDR-LDLow power | 66 mi | 260° W | Poor | Tomah, WI |
| W30BU-DLow power | 67 mi | 73° ENE | Poor | Green Bay, WI |
| WACY-TVFull power | 68 mi | 73° ENE | Poor | Appleton, WI |
| WPNE-TVFull power | 68 mi | 70° ENE | Weak | Green Bay, WI |
| WGBD-LDLow power | 68 mi | 70° ENE | Poor | Green Bay, WI |
| W36EI-DLow power | 68 mi | 353° N | Poor | Wausau, WI |
How Wautoma compares with the rest of Wisconsin
With 5 stations at fair strength or better, Wautoma ranks 407th of 423 places in Wisconsin: fewer than the typical Wisconsin town (12). Its nearest major network tower is 58 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 Stevens Point, 34 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in Wautoma: 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 70° ENE, the direction of WLUK-TV (Fox), 68 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 5 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 Wautoma, WI?
ABC is on channel 2 from WBAY-TV, broadcasting from 68 miles ENE of Wautoma. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is CBS in Wautoma, WI?
CBS is on channel 5 from WFRV-TV, broadcasting from 67 miles ENE of Wautoma. Estimated signal: fair.
What channel is NBC in Wautoma, WI?
NBC is on channel 26 from WGBA-TV, broadcasting from 68 miles ENE of Wautoma. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is Fox in Wautoma, WI?
Fox is on channel 11 from WLUK-TV, broadcasting from 68 miles ENE of Wautoma. Estimated signal: weak.
What channel is CW in Wautoma, WI?
CW is on channel 7.4 from WSAW-TV, broadcasting from 62 miles NNW of Wautoma. Estimated signal: weak.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Wautoma?
28 transmitters within 70 miles of Wautoma; around 5 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 Wautoma?
Point your antenna ENE, at about 72°. The main network towers for Wautoma sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in Wautoma?
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 Wautoma?
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 Wautoma?
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 Wautoma; signal estimates ignore terrain.