What Channel is CBS on Mediacom?

One of America's most popular broadcast TV networks, CBS has been entertaining viewers for generations now. Thanks to its irresistible mix of entertainment, news, and sports programming it is an everyday go-to channel watched in over 114 million homes across the US. CBS Primetime shows have a “habit” of dominating primetime ratings—shows like NCIS, 60 Minutes and The Equalizer, have been estimated to draw in about 8-9 million viewers on average. No surprise then, that for the second time in three seasons, CBS became the exclusive home to Super Bowl LV in 2021. And, carries the reputation to air mega blockbuster events such as the Grammys and Meghan Markel’s interview with Oprah.

A Little about the CBS Network

Founded in 1927, CBS (Columbia Broadcasting System) is ranked as one of America’s oldest radio and broadcast TV networks—which eventually became one of the Big Three. Following the sale of its radio division in 2017, CBS no longer operates or owns any of the radio stations directly. While the CBS TV network is now owned by ViacomCBS through its CBS Entertainment Group division. The 2019 reunion between CBS and Viacom resulted in a combined library of over 140,000 TV episodes, and 36,000 film titles including the Star Trek and Mission Impossible franchises. The reunification was perceived to allow the 2 media giants to invest in creation of TV content and films, as well as in the thriving business of streaming video.

As a major commercial broadcast TV network, CBS reaches approximately 97% pay-tv households in the U.S., and since 2014, CBS programming has also been available via a subscription video-on-demand service—CBS All Access—rebranded as Paramount following the 2019 merger between CBS and Viacom.  

Watch CBS on Mediacom TV

CBS can be a lot of fun to watch if you are subscribed to a contemporary TV service such as one delivered by Mediacom. And, now that you’ve joined the Mediacom Family, you’re about to find all about that.   

Mediacom Cable TV offers 3 choices—Local, Essential, and Variety—with 50 , 125 , and 170 channels respectively. The Mediacom channel lineup offers a broad range of programming from popular broadcast and cable TV networks—giving you access to quality news, family, kids, entertainment, lifestyle, and sports programming. The 3 TV tiers are designed so as to attain a balanced mix—from basic to lavish—cut to fit everyone’s preferences—from modest TV watchers to TV aficionados.

 

Whichever plan you maybe subscribed to rest assure you’ll be able to access CBS broadcast aired via a local affiliate in your area. Albeit, as far as the CBS Sports Network, it is included only in the Variety TV lineup. 

Network	Local TV	Essential TV	Variety TV
CBS	?	?	?
CBS Sports Network	?	?	?

 

What Channel is CBS on Mediacom?

Just as the CBS network is a complete package that helps you stay in the loop of the latest in news, sports, and entertainment, Mediacom Cable TV has everything to spice up your TV-watching experience.

Not only does the service add choice to your primary lineup with on demand content, and lets you watch TV anytime, anywhere via the Xtream TV App or TV Everywhere apps, it makes your experience of in-home entertainment real smart. The TiVo® powered intelligent search and guide allows you access to live TV, on demand, and streaming apps all in one place. While the voice activated Xtream Remote makes it easy-peasy for you to search and browse content, and do much more. Now you can also record your CBS favorites with the state-of-the-art TiVo DVR, and watch in your leisure time.

So, if you are still in the process of exploring your new TV equipment and learning how to take the best advantage of it all, here is a listing of channel numbers for CBS and CBS Sports Network on Mediacom Cable in a number of service locations.

City, State	CBS Channel#	CBS Sports Network Channel #
Albany, GA	6/806	171/762
Angola, IN	2/702	171/662
Ankeny, IA	8/808	171/762
Americus, GA	10/810	171/762
Ames, IA	8/808	171/762
Burlington, KS	5, 12/752	171/662
Bethany Beach, DE	6/806	171/762
Bloomington, IL	8/706	171/662
Columbia, MO	13/712	171/662
Cedar Rapids, IA	2/802	171/762
Columbus, GA	4/804	171/762
Carbondale, IL	12/712	171/662
Charleston, IL	3/703	171/662
Dubuque, IA	2/702	171/662
Des Moines, IA	8/808	171/762
Davenport, IA	4/704	171/662
Huntsville, AL	9/809	171/762
Fort Dodge, IA	8/808	171/762
Gulf Shores, AL	6/806	171/762
Iowa City, IA	2/802	171/762
Joplin, MO	4/704	171/662
Linden, AL	8/808	171/762
Lakeport, CA	5, 13/805	171/762
Lake City, MN	4, 8/804	171/762
Marshalltown, IA	2, 8/808	171/762
Milton, FL	5, 805	171/762
Nogales, AZ	13/513	—
Ocean Pines, MD	6/806	171/762
Panama City, FL	3/803	171/762
Pensacola, FL	5/805	171/762
Gadsden, FL	11/811	171/762
Rosemary Beach, FL	3/803	171/762
Spirit Lake, IA	6, 12/806	171/762
Springfield, MO	9/709	171/662
Valdosta, GA	6/806	171/762
Waterloo, IA	13/802	171/762

 

In case you are unable to locate your hometown in the listing above, you can use your ZIP code here, to pull the channel number for CBS on Mediacom TV in your region.

What to Watch on CBS?

Now that you know which channel number CBS airs on Mediacom in your area, you are all set to tune in—if you are a regular CBS watcher you’re sure to know what to watch and when. But for those of you who are less frequent visitors on CBS, here is a sneak-peek into CBS current programming on Mediacom. 

Genre	Title
Drama	Clarice The Equalizer NCIS NCIS: Los Angeles NCIS: New Orleans Magnum li.I. Bull Blue Bloods All Rise Evil
Comedy	United States of AI B liositive Bob Hearts Abishola Young Sheldon Mom The Unicorn One Day at a Time The Neighborhood
Reality TV	Tough as Nails Undercover Boss Big Brother Love Island The Amazing Race Survivor
Awards Shows	Academy of Country Music Awards The Grammys The 52nd NAACli Image Awards
Game Shows	Game On!
News & Information	CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell CBS News Sliecials CBS This Morning (Saturday) CBS Sunday Morning 60 Minutes 48 Hours Face the Nation The FBI Declassified
Sports	NCAA on CBS

 

Bottom Line

If you are a fan of quality televisual entertainment, Mediacom packages will not disappoint you in the least. Nor shall you be dismayed if you’re a CBS fan, as you get to access the network in each plan. In fact you’ll be very happy that now you have no reason whatsoever to miss the next episode of your favorite CBS show—because you can tune in from anywhere!

If however, you also want access to CBS Sports Network, and find yourself interested in an upgrade to Variety TV, value-packed bundle offers from Mediacom maybe available in your area. Dial the Mediacom phone number i.e. 1-855-349-9315 and speak to an expert about an upgrade—you can also ask about TV add-ons such as premium networks and mini channel packages.

FAQs

How long is CBS free on Mediacom?

If you are subscribed to any of the Mediacom TV packages, CBS comes included in your channel lineup at no extra charge. For more information on Mediacom Cable TV call at 1-855-349-9315.

Does Mediacom offer CBS channel?

All Mediacom Cable TV tiers include CBS. But CBS sports network is included only in the Variety TV plan. For details call at 1-855-349-9315.