[5] It is part of the El Centro, California Metropolitan Statistical Area.

[3] The Imperial Junction post office opened in 1910, changed its name to Hobgood in 1913, and to Niland in 1914.

A visitor to Niland in 2018 found "quirky decorations, graffiti, and some questionable structural integrity" but also "establishments like motels, RV parks, laundromats, and a diner".

[7] Niland is served by Golden State Water Company's Calipatria system.

29.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

The 2010 United States Census[11] reported that Niland had a population of 1,006.

99 households (27.0%) were made up of individuals, and 49 (13.4%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.

[9] In the state legislature, Niland is in the 18th Senate District, represented by Democrat Steve Padilla,[12] and the 56th Assembly District, represented by Democrat Lisa Calderon.

[13] Federally, Niland is in California's 25th congressional district, represented by Democrat Raul Ruiz.

[14] This area has a large amount of sunshine year round due to its stable descending air and high pressure.