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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Rafael | California | 94 | Aug 28, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 | |
| Georgia | 40 | Oct 18, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 | ||
| Georgia | 353 | Aug 30, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 | ||
| Newton | Iowa | 33 | Aug 1, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 | |
| Des Moines | Iowa | 32 | Oct 22, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 | |
| Perry | Iowa | 19 | Sep 9, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 | |
| Council Bluffs | Iowa | 49 | Oct 11, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 | |
| Chicago | Illinois | 238 | Aug 30, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 | |
| Watertown | Massachusetts | 131 | Aug 22, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 | |
| Medford | Massachusetts | 193 | Aug 15, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
45 states reported
2024 layoffs by state
