Layoffs in California
WARN Act Notices & Labor Market Data (2026)
Comprehensive layoff tracking for California — combining official WARN Act filings with Bureau of Labor Statistics employment data. Updated daily.
1,230
WARN Notices
73,799
Employees Affected
905
Companies
5.6%
Unemployment Rate
as of 9/2025
Recent Activity — Last 90 Days
414 new WARN notices filed affecting 30,323 employees in California. 32% of all notices are plant closures.
California Labor Market Overview
Bureau of Labor Statistics data
State Unemployment
5.6%
as of 9/2025
California Employment by Industry
BLS Current Employment Statistics
Total Nonfarm
17,958 employed
Total Private
15,272 employed
Education and Health Services
3,457 employed
Professional and Business Services
2,711 employed
Leisure and Hospitality
2,023 employed
Manufacturing
1,215 employed
Financial Activities
779 employed
Information
524 employed
Largest Layoffs in California
By number of employees affected
| Company | Employees | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | 3,855 | Jan 29, 2026 | Closure |
| Ojai Valley Inn | 773 | Oct 20, 2025 | Closure |
| Del Monte Foods Corporation Ii INC - Modesto | 765 | Jan 30, 2026 | Closure |
| Kbr Services LLC | 759 | Mar 6, 2026 | Layoff |
| Educational Testing Service (ets) | 757 | Oct 30, 2025 | Layoff |
Most Affected Industries
Based on WARN Act filings
Frequently Asked Questions
About layoffs in California
How many layoffs have been reported in California?
California has had 1,230 WARN Act notices filed, affecting 73,799 employees across 905 companies. In the last 90 days, 414 new notices were filed affecting 30,323 workers.
What is the unemployment rate in California?
The unemployment rate in California is 5.6%. The state has a labor force of N/A workers.
Which companies have the largest layoffs in California?
The largest layoffs in California include Amazon (3,855 employees), Ojai Valley Inn (773 employees), Del Monte Foods Corporation Ii INC - Modesto (765 employees). These are based on official WARN Act filings from the California labor department.
What industries are most affected by layoffs in California?
The most affected industries in California are Healthcare (222 notices), Manufacturing (198 notices), Professional Services (190 notices).
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