In 2026, there were a total of 1,880 layoff events across 1,039 companies, impacting 160,793 employees. Explore a detailed breakdown by state, industry, and month using interactive charts and maps — from peak months to high‑impact states.
1,880
Total Events
160,793
Employees Affected
1,039
Total Companies
188
Avg Events / Month
| Company Name | City | State | Affected Employees | Notice Date | Layoff Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Algona | Iowa | 5 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| West Union | Iowa | 4 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| Independence | Iowa | 5 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| Independence | Iowa | 5 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| Oelwein | Iowa | 4 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| Charles City | Iowa | 5 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| West Union | Iowa | 4 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| Webster City | Iowa | 3 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| Waukon | Iowa | 1 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 | |
| Algona | Iowa | 5 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jul 31, 2026 |
Events, employees affected and companies by month
44 states reported
2026 layoffs by state
