Document and Entity Information (USD $)
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Mar. 07, 2014
Jun. 30, 2013
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]      
Entity Registrant Name ISABELLA BANK CORP    
Entity Central Index Key 0000842517    
Document Type 10-K    
Document Period End Date Dec. 31, 2013    
Amendment Flag false    
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2013    
Document Fiscal Period Focus FY    
Current Fiscal Year End Date --12-31    
Entity Filer Category Accelerated Filer    
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   7,725,471  
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer No    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Public Float     $ 190,664