McKenzie Nelson Biography
McKenzie Nelson is an American Anchor, Reporter, and Multimedia Journalist working for KSHB 41 News, serving as a sports anchor and multimedia journalist. He has been working for the station since May 2017, after working for KSHL/KNVN in Chico, California, as a morning anchor, reporter, and producer from 2016 to 2017.
McKenzie Nelson Age
Nelson was born on May 15, 1992, in the U.S.A. She is 33 years old as of 2025. Nelson celebrates her birthday on May 15th, as evidenced by her Instagram post on May 15, 2025, captioned “Celebrated my birthday at the only place I know how: the beach! Here’s to 33! 🎂🧁.”
McKenzie Nelson Height
Nelson stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 6 inches.
McKenzie Nelson Family
Nelson has managed to keep her personal life away from the limelight; hence, she has not disclosed any details about her parents. It is also unknown if Nelson has any siblings.
McKenzie Nelson Husband
Nelson is very private about her personal life; therefore, it is not known if she is in any relationship. She enjoys hanging out at the Negro Leagues Museum, Maloney’s (Overland Park), or anywhere with a great patio! Rhonda Byrne’s The Secret is her all-time favorite book.
McKenzie Nelson Net Worth
Nelson has an estimated net worth of between $1 million-$5 million, which she has earned through her successful career as an Anchor, Reporter, and Multimedia Journalist.
McKenzie Nelson Salary
Nelson earns an annual salary ranging from $ 45,000 – $ 110,500.
McKenzie Nelson KSHB 41 News
Nelson is working at KSHB 41 News alongside other famous KSHB 41 News meteorologists, anchors, and reporters including;
- Rae Daniel
- Kevin Holmes
- Taylor Hemness
- JuYeon Kim
- Caitlin Knute
- Sarah Plake
- Lindsay Shively
McKenzie Nelson Education
Nelson joined Johnson County Community College in 2010 after completing her high school education. In 2011, she graduated with an Associate’s degree in Mass Communications/Media Studies. The following year, she joined Southeast Missouri State University, where she received a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communications: TV/Film.
McKenzie Nelson Career
Nelson is working for KSHB 41 News, serving as a sports anchor and multimedia journalist. Before joining 41 News, she worked for KSHL/KNVN in Chico, California, as a morning anchor, reporter, and producer from 2016 to 2017. There, she also attended and represented Action News Now at promotions and community events.
Before Chico, Nelson worked in Rapid City, San Diego as a weekend anchor, reporter, and producer for KEVN from 2014 to 2016. During her career, she won a Mid-America Regional Emmy for her live reports in Kansas City. She has also broadcast NCAA Tournaments, an NFL Draft, and several Super Bowls.
McKenzie Nelson Social Media Platforms
She is active on her social media accounts and often posts on her Instagram, Facebook, and X(formerly known as Twitter). She has over 16K followers on Facebook, over 4K on Instagram, and over 8K on X.