Australian Heritage magazine suggested that Condobolin evolved from the "Aboriginal" word Cundabullen – shallow crossing.

The magazine stated that the crossing was located a short distance below the junction of the Lachlan River and the Goobang Creek.

Closer settlement of the area began in 1880 when the large runs were broken up into smaller holdings.

[4] Wheat, barley, canola, wool, sheep and cattle are produced in the district.

In more recent years irrigation has brought horticulture and cotton to the Lachlan River area.

The area features a cold semi-arid climate (BSk) with long, hot summers and cool winters, making for a large seasonal range.

There was at least one occurrence of snowfall in the district, on 5 July 1900 (the Melrose Plains nearer Tullamore saw a fall of snow 26 years prior to that).

22.1% of residents reported being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander; the median age among this group was 21.

85.0% of respondents reported being born in Australia; substantially higher than the national average of 66.7%.

The Condo 750 runs over a variety of private and public roads and tracks and attracts competitors from all over Australia.

The event features livestock, showjumping, cookery competitions, entertainment, fireworks, and car-boot picnics around the main arena.