In 2026, there were a total of 2,536 layoff events across 1,299 companies, impacting 226,260 employees. Explore a detailed breakdown by state, industry, and month using interactive charts and maps — from peak months to high‑impact states.
2,536
Total Events
226,260
Employees Affected
1,299
Total Companies
211
Avg Events / Month
| Company Name | City | State | Affected Employees | Notice Date | Layoff Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Des Moines | Iowa | 1 | May 26, 2026 | Jul 25, 2026 | |
| Des Moines | Iowa | 3 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 24, 2026 | |
| Des Moines | Iowa | 14 | May 14, 2026 | Jul 24, 2026 | |
| Waterloo | Iowa | 153 | Apr 8, 2026 | Jul 24, 2026 | |
| Des Moines | Iowa | 14 | May 14, 2026 | Jul 24, 2026 | |
| Dubuque | Iowa | 2 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 24, 2026 | |
| Des Moines | Iowa | 5 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 24, 2026 | |
| Grimes | Iowa | 1 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 24, 2026 | |
| Marshalltown | Iowa | 1 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 24, 2026 | |
| Waterloo | Iowa | 153 | Apr 8, 2026 | Jul 24, 2026 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
45 states reported
2026 layoffs by state
