In 2024, there were a total of 4,548 layoff events across 2,354 companies, impacting 349,003 employees. Explore a detailed breakdown by state, industry, and month using interactive charts and maps — from peak months to high‑impact states.
4,548
Total Events
349,003
Employees Affected
2,354
Total Companies
379
Avg Events / Month
| Company Name | City | State | Affected Employees | Notice Date | Layoff Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 90 | Apr 15, 2024 | Jul 1, 2024 | ||
| Georgia | 112 | May 1, 2024 | Jul 1, 2024 | ||
| Ewa Beach | Hawaii | 68 | May 7, 2024 | Jul 1, 2024 | |
| Des Moines | Iowa | 10 | May 1, 2024 | Jul 1, 2024 | |
| Chicago | Illinois | 282 | Oct 9, 2023 | Jul 1, 2024 | |
| Zachary | Louisiana | 17 | Apr 12, 2024 | Jul 1, 2024 | |
| Lexington | Massachusetts | 146 | May 21, 2024 | Jul 1, 2024 | |
| Lexington | Massachusetts | 32 | Jul 1, 2024 | Jul 1, 2024 | |
| Cambridge | Massachusetts | 495 | May 21, 2024 | Jul 1, 2024 | |
| Gaithersburg | Maryland | 154 | May 2, 2024 | Jul 1, 2024 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
45 states reported
2024 layoffs by state