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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Liberty | Iowa | 24 | Mar 28, 2024 | May 6, 2024 | |
| Ankeny | Iowa | 30 | Mar 12, 2024 | May 6, 2024 | |
| Batavia | Illinois | 71 | May 1, 2024 | May 6, 2024 | |
| Kentucky | 200 | Mar 6, 2024 | May 6, 2024 | ||
| Boston | Massachusetts | 94 | Mar 4, 2024 | May 6, 2024 | |
| Waverly | Nebraska | 63 | - | May 6, 2024 | |
| Perry | New York | 945 | Feb 5, 2024 | May 6, 2024 | |
| Horseheads | New York | 43 | Feb 5, 2024 | May 6, 2024 | |
| Irving | Texas | 94 | May 2, 2024 | May 6, 2024 | |
| Sun Valley | California | 4 | Mar 1, 2024 | May 5, 2024 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
45 states reported
2024 layoffs by state