In 2021, there were a total of 2,039 layoff events across 1,396 companies, impacting 183,006 employees. Explore a detailed breakdown by state, industry, and month using interactive charts and maps — from peak months to high‑impact states.
2,039
Total Events
183,006
Employees Affected
1,396
Total Companies
170
Avg Events / Month
| Company Name | City | State | Affected Employees | Notice Date | Layoff Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfield | Wisconsin | 29 | Dec 29, 2020 | Mar 1, 2021 | |
| Big Bear Lake | California | 1 | Dec 7, 2020 | Feb 28, 2021 | |
| LAKE MARY | Florida | 6 | Dec 21, 2020 | Feb 28, 2021 | |
| LAKE MARY | Florida | 6 | Jan 25, 2021 | Feb 28, 2021 | |
| Romeoville | Illinois | 96 | Nov 20, 2020 | Feb 28, 2021 | |
| Spring | Maryland | 142 | Dec 30, 2020 | Feb 28, 2021 | |
| Columbia | Maryland | 70 | Dec 9, 2020 | Feb 28, 2021 | |
| St. Louis (city) | Missouri | 85 | Jan 21, 2021 | Feb 28, 2021 | |
| Liberty | Missouri | 63 | Dec 28, 2020 | Feb 28, 2021 | |
| New York | New York | 136 | Nov 30, 2020 | Feb 28, 2021 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
42 states reported
2021 layoffs by state
