TV channels & antenna towers in Wilson, Wyoming
Wilson has 27 TV transmitters within 70 miles. About 3 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is K24OE-D, 5.8 miles to the ESE.
Over-the-air TV in Wilson
Wilson is a small community of about 1,480 people in Wyoming. There are 27 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 7 low-power and 20 translators. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 3 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better.
By distance, 10 transmitters are within 25 miles, 6 between 25 and 45 miles, and 11 farther out.
No ABC affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KWYB in Butte, MT, 189 miles to the northwest. No CBS affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is KGWL-TV in Lander, WY, 116 miles to the east.
Which way to point your antenna in Wilson
The nearest towers around Wilson are in different directions: K24OE-D 111° ESE (5.8 mi) and K16LM-D 2° N (6.6 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
All of the nearest towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Wilson, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for Wilson
The farthest of the closest towers for Wilson is K16LM-D, 6.6 miles away with a fair estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.
K36JD-D, 6.6 miles southeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
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 TV stations near Wilson
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 27; see all in the finder.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K24OE-DLow power | 5.8 mi | 111° ESE | Fair | Jackson, WY |
| K16LM-DTranslator | 6.6 mi | 2° N | Fair | Teton Village, WY |
| K36JD-DLow power | 6.6 mi | 114° ESE | Weak | Jackson, WY |
| K19FG-DTranslator | 6.7 mi | 114° ESE | Fair | Jackson, WY |
| K29HG-DLow power | 6.7 mi | 2° N | Weak | Jackson, WY |
| K27KP-DTranslator | 18 mi | 317° NW | Weak | Driggs, ID |
| K07QC-DTranslator | 20 mi | 351° N | Weak | Driggs, ID |
| K13QE-DTranslator | 20 mi | 351° N | Poor | Driggs, ID |
| K32LS-DTranslator | 20 mi | 351° N | Weak | Driggs, ID |
| K13QH-DTranslator | 24 mi | 263° W | Poor | Swan Valley/Irwin, ID |
| K31DC-DTranslator | 29 mi | 206° SSW | Poor | Freedom, WY |
| K33DS-DTranslator | 34 mi | 197° SSW | Poor | Freedom-Etna, WY |
| K12LI-DTranslator | 34 mi | 197° SSW | Poor | Thayne, Etc., WY |
| K05GJ-DTranslator | 34 mi | 197° SSW | Poor | Thayne, Etc., WY |
| K07PB-DTranslator | 34 mi | 197° SSW | Poor | Thayne, Etc., WY |
| K17JZ-DTranslator | 42 mi | 130° SE | Poor | Bondurant, WY |
| K13UF-DLow power | 50 mi | 295° WNW | Poor | Rexburg, ID |
| K28LE-DLow power | 51 mi | 274° W | Poor | Idaho Falls, ID |
| K21LI-DLow power | 51 mi | 274° W | Poor | Idaho Falls, ID |
| K22IK-DLow power | 56 mi | 286° WNW | Poor | Rexburg, Etc., ID |
| K20MQ-DTranslator | 58 mi | 290° WNW | Poor | Rexburg, ID |
| K29KY-DTranslator | 59 mi | 270° W | Poor | Blackfoot, ID |
| K22IY-DTranslator | 59 mi | 133° SE | Poor | Big Piney, WY |
| K16CS-DTranslator | 59 mi | 133° SE | Poor | Pinedale, Etc., WY |
| K19HJ-DTranslator | 59 mi | 133° SE | Poor | Pinedale, Etc., WY |
How Wilson compares with the rest of Wyoming
With 3 stations at fair strength or better, Wilson ranks 19th of 57 places in Wyoming: the same as the typical Wyoming town (3).
37% of Wyoming's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna.
Setting up an antenna in Wilson: 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 2° N, the direction of K16LM-D, 6.6 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 3 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
How many channels can I get with an antenna in Wilson?
27 transmitters within 70 miles of Wilson; around 3 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 Wilson?
The nearest towers around Wilson are in different directions: K24OE-D 111° ESE (5.8 mi) and K16LM-D 2° N (6.6 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.
What kind of antenna do I need in Wilson?
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. The towers are spread over about 108° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help. Picking up the more distant stations from up to 7 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in Wilson?
K36JD-D, 6.6 miles southeast, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.
Is there an app to find TV towers in Wilson?
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.
TV channels in nearby Wyoming cities
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- Rafter J Ranch6.4 mi
- South Park6.8 mi
- Hoback16 mi
- Star Valley Ranch37 mi
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More: all TV stations in Wyoming · West region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Wilson; signal estimates ignore terrain.