MAA Equity - Summary of Changes in Total Equity and its Components (Parenthetical) (Details) - Mid America Apartment Communities Inc. Shareholders Equity [Member] - $ / shares |
3 Months Ended | |
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Mar. 31, 2026 |
Mar. 31, 2025 |
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| Equity [Line Items] | ||
| Dividends on common stock, per share | $ 1.53 | $ 1.515 |
| Dividends Declared Per Share of Non Controlling Interests (in dollars per share) | $ 1.53 | $ 1.515 |