| Document and Entity Information | Feb. 23, 2025 |
| Cover [Abstract] | |
| Entity Registrant Name | EQUITABLE FINANCIAL LIFE INSURANCE CO OF AMERICA |
| Amendment Flag | false |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0000835357 |
| Document Type | 8-K |
| Document Period End Date | Feb. 23, 2025 |
| Entity Incorporation State Country Code | AZ |
| Entity File Number | 333-65423 |
| Entity Tax Identification Number | 86-0222062 |
| Entity Address, Address Line One | 8501 IBM Drive |
| Entity Address, Address Line Two | Suite 150 |
| Entity Address, City or Town | Charlotte |
| Entity Address, State or Province | NC |
| Entity Address, Postal Zip Code | 28262 |
| City Area Code | (212) |
| Local Phone Number | 554-1234 |
| Written Communications | false |
| Soliciting Material | false |
| Pre Commencement Tender Offer | false |
| Pre Commencement Issuer Tender Offer | false |
| Entity Emerging Growth Company | false |
