Georgia homes are overwhelmingly single-family (about 71% of units) and mostly wood-framed, with brick veneer a common exterior in the Atlanta area. Slab-on-grade and crawl space foundations dominate, basements are more common in the hillier north, and a smaller share of older houses and urban condos bring plaster and concrete into the mix.

median year homes were built: 1993; median year homes were built
built in 2000 or later: 38.3%; built in 2000 or later
built before 1960: 11.5%; built before 1960
single-family homes: 70.9%; single-family homes
in buildings with 5+ units: 16.5%; in buildings with 5+ units
mobile homes: 7.4%; mobile homes

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 1-year (tables B25035, B25034, B25024)

Common wall types

Wood-frame stud walls with drywall

Where: Most single-family houses and townhomes across metro Atlanta, Savannah, Augusta, Columbus and suburbs.

Mounting: Studs are typically 16 inches on center. Lag the mount into at least two studs; full-motion arms must be into studs, not drywall anchors.

Brick veneer over wood framing

Where: Common exterior on Atlanta-area homes.

Mounting: The brick is a facing only; the structural wall behind is wood framing, so interior mounting is the same as any stud wall. Do not expect to anchor into the exterior brick from inside.

Poured concrete or block basement and foundation walls

Where: Basements in the hillier northern part of the state, such as north metro Atlanta and the north Georgia mountains.

Mounting: Finished basement walls are often drywall on furring or framed stud walls set against concrete; anchors into the concrete need a hammer drill. Red clay soils put pressure on foundation walls, so watch for moisture.

Plaster on lath and older solid masonry

Where: Pre-1960 homes in historic areas such as Savannah's historic district, Inman Park and Midtown Atlanta; a smaller share of Georgia's housing (about 11%) was built before 1960.

Mounting: Plaster cracks if drilled carelessly. Locate framing first and use toggle anchors between studs.

Concrete and metal-stud buildings

Where: Midtown, Buckhead and downtown Atlanta condo and apartment towers.

Mounting: Use concrete anchors for poured concrete, and toggle anchors or blocking for metal studs; surface raceways are common.

Tips before you mount

Stud walls: studs are usually 16" on center. Lag the mount into at least two studs with 5/16" lag bolts, typically about 2.5" to 3" long; a full-motion arm puts much more leverage on the wall than a flat mount, so it should never hang on drywall anchors alone.
Brick, block or concrete: anchor into solid material with 1/4" concrete screws or 3/8" sleeve or wedge anchors using a hammer drill and masonry bit. Drill into solid brick or the face shell of block rather than mortar joints where possible, and do not rely on plaster or furring alone.
Basements: confirm whether the finished wall is framed or furred over concrete. Use concrete screws into the poured wall or block face shell, and check for moisture first since Georgia's humid climate and clay soils can leave basement walls damp.
Metal studs (common in apartments and condos): use snap toggles or similar toggle-style anchors rated for the TV and mount weight, or have the installer add wood blocking behind the drywall.
Hiding wires: the National Electrical Code (NEC 400.12) does not allow a regular TV power cord to run inside the wall. Use an in-wall rated recessed power kit, and choose low-voltage cables rated CL2 or CL3 for in-wall HDMI and speaker runs.
Over a fireplace: check the TV maker's heat limits and keep the screen out of rising heat; a mantel does not make the wall behind it cooler. Stone or brick surrounds need masonry anchors, not drywall anchors.
Covered porches and patios: Georgia summers are hot and humid, so use an outdoor-rated TV, stainless or coated hardware, and plan for shade and ventilation around the screen.
Condos, co-ops and rentals: ask the association or landlord whether drilling into walls or concrete needs approval, and get the installer's certificate of insurance (COI) naming the association before work day. Before work starts, tell the installer the wall type (studs, plaster, brick, block or concrete), the TV size and weight, and the mount type. These change the anchors, labor time and price.

Sources: Census Reporter, ACS 2024 1-year: Georgia (B25035, B25034, B25024) · Block Renovation: Atlanta home building (brick veneer, wood frame) · EngineerFix: Do houses in Georgia have basements?. General guidance only — your installer will confirm the right method for your wall.