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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago IL 60632 | Illinois | 33 | Dec 10, 2020 | Feb 19, 2021 | |
| Ave. Rye | New York | 41 | Dec 20, 2020 | Feb 19, 2021 | |
| New York | New York | 86 | Mar 15, 2021 | Feb 19, 2021 | |
| Williamsville | New York | 95 | Feb 19, 2021 | Feb 19, 2021 | |
| Greenville | South Carolina | 56 | Feb 19, 2021 | Feb 19, 2021 | |
| Spartanburg | South Carolina | 401 | Feb 18, 2021 | Feb 18, 2021 | |
| Austin | Texas | 64 | Mar 12, 2021 | Feb 18, 2021 | |
| Whittier | California | 97 | Feb 15, 2021 | Feb 16, 2021 | |
| Milford | Massachusetts | 0 | Jan 19, 2021 | Feb 16, 2021 | |
| New Braunfels | Texas | 248 | Dec 22, 2020 | Feb 16, 2021 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
42 states reported
2021 layoffs by state