Debt to Equity Ratio: 1.02
Is the debt to equity ratio high or low?
The debt to equity ratio of 1.02 is 28% above its 5-year average of 0.80, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.71–1.02).
As of Thursday, June 25, 2026. 11.82% above its 12-month average of 0.91.
MAA Debt to Equity Ratio
Reported quarterly debt to equity ratio; no daily interpolation.
MAA Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
MAA Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
MAA Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
1.02
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
0.91
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
0.82
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
0.79
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
0.76
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
0.90
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
1.55
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+11.82%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+24.65%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+29.93%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+34.74%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+13.29%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-33.98%
MAA Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (MAA) | $15.64B | 1.02 | 0.91 | 0.82 | 0.79 |
| Regency Centers Corporation (REG)vs › | $14.69B | 0.86 | 0.80 | 0.75 | 0.74 |
| Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (HST)vs › | $17.00B | 0.86 | 0.85 | 0.78 | 0.83 |
| Kimco Realty Corporation (KIM)vs › | $17.15B | 0.83 | 0.82 | 0.80 | 0.83 |
| Essex Property Trust, Inc. (ESS)vs › | $18.19B | 1.25 | 1.23 | 1.17 | 1.13 |
| UDR, Inc. (UDR)vs › | $12.47B | 1.88 | 1.81 | 1.63 | 1.63 |
| CoStar Group, Inc. (CSGP)vs › | $12.17B | 0.14 | 0.14 | 0.15 | 0.17 |
| SBA Communications Corporation (SBAC)vs › | $19.67B | -3.16 | 12.33 | 11.19 | 8.52 |
| Federal Realty Investment Trust (FRT)vs › | $10.77B | 1.55 | 1.50 | 1.52 | 1.58 |
| BXP, Inc. (BXP)vs › | $10.23B | 3.37 | 3.29 | 2.95 | 2.72 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
1.02
Current Ratio
0.16
Debt to Equity Ratio Formula & Definition
Debt to Equity measures financial leverage by comparing total debt to shareholders' equity.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (MAA)?
- The debt to equity ratio for MAA stock is 1.02.
- Is Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
- The debt to equity ratio of 1.02 is 28% above its 5-year average of 0.80, near the high end of its 5-year range (0.71–1.02).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (MAA)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for MAA stock is 0.91.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (MAA)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for MAA stock is 0.82.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (MAA)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for MAA stock is 0.79.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (MAA)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for MAA stock is 0.76.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (MAA)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for MAA stock is 0.90.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (MAA)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for MAA stock is 1.55.
MAA Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | 1.02 |
| 2025-12-31 | 0.95 |
| 2025-09-30 | 0.89 |
| 2025-06-30 | 0.86 |
| 2025-03-31 | 0.84 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.84 |
| 2024-09-30 | 0.83 |
| 2024-06-30 | 0.78 |
| 2024-03-31 | 0.76 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.75 |
| 2023-09-30 | 0.72 |
| 2023-06-30 | 0.71 |
| 2023-03-31 | 0.71 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.74 |
| 2022-09-30 | 0.75 |
| 2022-06-30 | 0.75 |
| 2022-03-31 | 0.76 |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.75 |
| 2021-09-30 | 0.77 |
| 2021-06-30 | 0.77 |
| 2021-03-31 | 0.80 |
| 2020-12-31 | 0.78 |
| 2020-09-30 | 0.75 |
| 2020-06-30 | 0.75 |
| 2020-03-31 | 0.75 |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.73 |
| 2019-09-30 | 0.74 |
| 2019-06-30 | 0.75 |
| 2019-03-31 | 0.74 |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.74 |
| 2018-09-30 | 0.72 |
| 2018-06-30 | 0.73 |
| 2018-03-31 | 0.71 |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.71 |
| 2017-09-30 | 0.71 |
| 2017-06-30 | 0.72 |
| 2017-03-31 | 0.72 |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.78 |
| 2016-09-30 | 1.15 |
| 2016-06-30 | 1.18 |
| 2016-03-31 | 1.16 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.17 |
| 2015-09-30 | 1.14 |
| 2015-06-30 | 1.15 |
| 2015-03-31 | 1.20 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.23 |
| 2014-09-30 | 1.18 |
| 2014-06-30 | 1.20 |
| 2014-03-31 | 1.19 |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.18 |
| 2013-09-30 | 1.87 |
| 2013-06-30 | 1.72 |
| 2013-03-31 | 1.80 |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.85 |
| 2012-09-30 | 1.91 |
| 2012-06-30 | 1.89 |
| 2012-03-31 | 1.85 |
| 2011-12-31 | 2.28 |
| 2011-09-30 | 2.43 |
| 2011-06-30 | 2.49 |
| 2011-03-31 | 2.42 |
| 2010-12-31 | 2.89 |
| 2010-09-30 | 3.33 |
| 2010-06-30 | 2.86 |
| 2010-03-31 | 3.06 |
| 2009-12-31 | 3.25 |
| 2009-09-30 | 3.09 |
| 2009-06-30 | 3.14 |
| 2009-03-31 | 3.27 |
| 2008-12-31 | 3.17 |
| 2008-09-30 | 2.85 |
| 2008-06-30 | 2.66 |
| 2008-03-31 | 3.31 |
| 2007-12-31 | 3.15 |
| 2007-09-30 | 2.93 |
| 2007-06-30 | 2.61 |
| 2007-03-31 | 2.63 |
| 2006-12-31 | 2.66 |
| 2006-09-30 | 2.80 |
| 2006-06-30 | 2.61 |
| 2006-03-31 | 3.19 |
| 2005-12-31 | 3.14 |
| 2005-09-30 | 3.29 |
| 2005-06-30 | 3.11 |
| 2005-03-31 | 3.09 |
| 2004-12-31 | 3.03 |
| 2004-09-30 | 2.91 |
| 2004-06-30 | 2.81 |
| 2004-03-31 | 2.76 |
| 2003-12-31 | 2.71 |
| 2003-09-30 | 2.57 |
| 2003-06-30 | 2.64 |
| 2003-03-31 | 2.52 |
| 2002-12-31 | 2.45 |
| 2002-09-30 | 2.33 |
| 2002-06-30 | 2.11 |
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About Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc.
Mid-America Apartment Communities, known as MAA, is a prominent S&P 500 entity operating as a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT). Its core objective is to generate outstanding, comprehensive investment returns for its shareholders. MAA achieves this by strategically acquiring, developing, redeveloping, owning, and managing high-quality apartment complexes. These properties are primarily located across the Southeast, Southwest, and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. As of December 31, 2020, the company held an interest in 102,772 apartment units, a figure that includes communities currently under development, spread throughout 16 states and the District of Columbia.
- Sector
- Real Estate
- Industry
- REIT - Residential
- CEO
- Adrian Bradley Hill