Which of the following municipalities has the largest population threshold in its classification?

The classification of municipalities in New Jersey is based on population thresholds that dictate how they are categorized. A first-class municipality is defined as having a population of 150,000 or more residents. This threshold sets it apart as the category with the largest population requirement compared to the other classifications, which have lower population limits.

Second-class municipalities must have a population of at least 40,000, third-class municipalities require a population of at least 10,000, and fifth-class municipalities can be classified with populations even less than that, depending on the regulations in place. Thus, the first-class designation not only signifies the largest population threshold but also reflects a municipality's capacity for greater governance complexity, service delivery demands, and community infrastructure needs.