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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galliano | Louisiana | 21 | Dec 2, 2020 | Jan 17, 2021 | |
| Northridge | California | 139 | Dec 8, 2020 | Jan 16, 2021 | |
| San Luis Obispo | California | 40 | Nov 19, 2020 | Jan 16, 2021 | |
| Santa Rosa | California | 29 | Dec 19, 2020 | Jan 16, 2021 | |
| Burnie | Maryland | 17 | Nov 10, 2020 | Jan 16, 2021 | |
| Kansas City | Missouri | 124 | Nov 9, 2020 | Jan 16, 2021 | |
| Arlington, Alexandria, Dale City, Fairfax, Falls Church, Leesburg, Springfield, Woodbridge, Manassas | Virginia | 46 | Nov 30, 2020 | Jan 16, 2021 | |
| Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, Danville, Martinsville | Virginia | 10 | Nov 30, 2020 | Jan 16, 2021 | |
| Hampton, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Newport News, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Yorktown, Franklin, Stafford | Virginia | 55 | Nov 30, 2020 | Jan 16, 2021 | |
| Galax, Marian, Bristol, Fairlawn, Roanoke | Virginia | 17 | Nov 30, 2020 | Jan 16, 2021 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
42 states reported
2021 layoffs by state
