Stockholders' Equity (GCI 401(k) Plan) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Equity [Abstract]
Matching contributions	$ 11.0	$ 11.0	$ 9.8

Amount of discretionary contributions made by an employer to a defined contribution plan.

No definition available.

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