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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Mesa | California | 28 | Mar 11, 2026 | Dec 11, 2026 | |
| Carson | California | 44 | Jan 26, 2026 | Dec 1, 2026 | |
| Wilmington | California | 111 | Jan 26, 2026 | Dec 1, 2026 | |
| Culpeper | Virginia | 92 | May 21, 2026 | Nov 30, 2026 | |
| Oxnard | California | 80 | Jun 1, 2026 | Oct 3, 2026 | |
| Oxnard | California | 80 | Jun 1, 2026 | Oct 3, 2026 | |
| San Francisco | California | 198 | Apr 10, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 | |
| Kentucky | 215 | Oct 15, 2025 | Sep 30, 2026 | ||
| Meadville | Pennsylvania | 67 | - | Sep 30, 2026 | |
| Houston | Texas | 67 | May 29, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
45 states reported
2026 layoffs by state