Layoffs in Alabama
WARN Act Notices & Labor Market Data (2026)
Comprehensive layoff tracking for Alabama — combining official WARN Act filings with Bureau of Labor Statistics employment data. Updated daily.
41
WARN Notices
4,427
Employees Affected
40
Companies
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
as of 9/2025
Recent Activity — Last 90 Days
11 new WARN notices filed affecting 923 employees in Alabama. 54% of all notices are plant closures.
Alabama Labor Market Overview
Bureau of Labor Statistics data
State Unemployment
2.8%
as of 9/2025
Alabama Employment by Industry
BLS Current Employment Statistics
Total Nonfarm
2,213 employed
Total Private
1,790 employed
Manufacturing
287 employed
Education and Health Services
274 employed
Professional and Business Services
261 employed
Leisure and Hospitality
214 employed
Financial Activities
101 employed
Information
22 employed
Largest Layoffs in Alabama
By number of employees affected
| Company | Employees | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renfro Brands | 455 | Oct 28, 2025 | Closure |
| Vt Mobile Aerospace Engineering INC | 300 | Mar 13, 2025 | Closure |
| Resolute Forest Products | 255 | Mar 31, 2026 | Closure |
| Joann’s Distribution Center | 244 | Jan 27, 2025 | Closure |
| Averitt Express INC | 193 | Oct 23, 2025 | Layoff |
Most Affected Industries
Based on WARN Act filings
Frequently Asked Questions
About layoffs in Alabama
How many layoffs have been reported in Alabama?
Alabama has had 41 WARN Act notices filed, affecting 4,427 employees across 40 companies. In the last 90 days, 11 new notices were filed affecting 923 workers.
What is the unemployment rate in Alabama?
The unemployment rate in Alabama is 2.8%. The state has a labor force of N/A workers.
Which companies have the largest layoffs in Alabama?
The largest layoffs in Alabama include Renfro Brands (455 employees), Vt Mobile Aerospace Engineering INC (300 employees), Resolute Forest Products (255 employees). These are based on official WARN Act filings from the Alabama labor department.
What industries are most affected by layoffs in Alabama?
The most affected industries in Alabama are Manufacturing (8 notices), Transportation & Logistics (5 notices), Healthcare (5 notices).
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