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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sylmar | California | 75 | Aug 25, 2021 | Nov 1, 2021 | |
| South San Francisco | California | 123 | Oct 4, 2021 | Nov 1, 2021 | |
| South San Francisco | California | 123 | Sep 13, 2021 | Nov 1, 2021 | |
| Inglewood | California | 12 | Aug 30, 2021 | Nov 1, 2021 | |
| Inglewood | California | 78 | Oct 5, 2021 | Nov 1, 2021 | |
| Honolulu | Hawaii | 0 | Oct 5, 2021 | Nov 1, 2021 | |
| Hahnville | Louisiana | 66 | Aug 26, 2021 | Nov 1, 2021 | |
| Randolph, Cohasset, Weymouth | Massachusetts | 207 | Sep 10, 2021 | Nov 1, 2021 | |
| Dedham/Multiple Southeast locations | Massachusetts | 207 | Sep 10, 2021 | Nov 1, 2021 | |
| Little Falls | Minnesota | 330 | Aug 23, 2021 | Nov 1, 2021 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
42 states reported
2021 layoffs by state