In 2026, there were a total of 2,542 layoff events across 1,302 companies, impacting 226,919 employees. Explore a detailed breakdown by state, industry, and month using interactive charts and maps — from peak months to high‑impact states.
2,542
Total Events
226,919
Employees Affected
1,302
Total Companies
212
Avg Events / Month
| Company Name | City | State | Affected Employees | Notice Date | Layoff Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egg Harbor | New Jersey | 120 | - | Jan 26, 2026 | |
| Newark | New Jersey | 67 | - | Jan 26, 2026 | |
| Jersey City | New Jersey | 72 | - | Jan 26, 2026 | |
| Dayton | Ohio | 57 | Jan 12, 2026 | Jan 26, 2026 | |
| Arlington | Texas | 87 | Jan 28, 2026 | Jan 26, 2026 | |
| Arlington | Texas | 87 | Feb 4, 2026 | Jan 26, 2026 | |
| Harlingen | Texas | 41 | Jan 28, 2026 | Jan 26, 2026 | |
| Various locations in Washington | Washington | 2,303 | Oct 28, 2025 | Jan 26, 2026 | |
| San Diego | California | 9 | Oct 28, 2025 | Jan 25, 2026 | |
| West New York, Fort Lee, Morristown, Whiting Commons | New Jersey | 47 | - | Jan 25, 2026 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
45 states reported
2026 layoffs by state
