Is Kansas City KS and MO the same city?

Kansas City is a metropolitan area that straddles the border between the U.S. states of Missouri and Kansas. The city is technically two separate cities: Kansas City, Missouri and Kansas City, Kansas. Kansas City, Missouri is the larger of the two cities and is the location of the majority of the metropolitan area's population and businesses. Kansas City, Kansas is located across the Missouri River from Kansas City, Missouri, and is home to a smaller population. The two cities are connected by several bridges, including the iconic Paseo Bridge. Although they are separate cities, Kansas City, Missouri and Kansas City, Kansas are often referred to collectively as "Kansas City".