Layoffs in Iowa
WARN Act Notices & Labor Market Data (2026)
Comprehensive layoff tracking for Iowa — combining official WARN Act filings with Bureau of Labor Statistics employment data. Updated daily.
186
WARN Notices
8,055
Employees Affected
76
Companies
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
as of 9/2025
Recent Activity — Last 90 Days
17 new WARN notices filed affecting 1,250 employees in Iowa. 24% of all notices are plant closures.
Iowa Labor Market Overview
Bureau of Labor Statistics data
State Unemployment
3.7%
as of 9/2025
Iowa Employment by Industry
BLS Current Employment Statistics
Total Nonfarm
1,601 employed
Total Private
1,328 employed
Education and Health Services
244 employed
Manufacturing
215 employed
Leisure and Hospitality
142 employed
Professional and Business Services
140 employed
Financial Activities
103 employed
Information
17 employed
Largest Layoffs in Iowa
By number of employees affected
| Company | Employees | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whirlpool Corporation | 651 | Apr 1, 2025 | Layoff |
| Whirlpool Corporatoin | 341 | Feb 17, 2026 | Layoff |
| Whirlpool Corporation | 341 | Feb 17, 2026 | Layoff |
| Hy-vee Fresh Commissary | 332 | Apr 24, 2025 | Closure |
| Jeld-wen INC | 298 | Jan 20, 2025 | Closure |
Most Affected Industries
Based on WARN Act filings
Frequently Asked Questions
About layoffs in Iowa
How many layoffs have been reported in Iowa?
Iowa has had 186 WARN Act notices filed, affecting 8,055 employees across 76 companies. In the last 90 days, 17 new notices were filed affecting 1,250 workers.
What is the unemployment rate in Iowa?
The unemployment rate in Iowa is 3.7%. The state has a labor force of N/A workers.
Which companies have the largest layoffs in Iowa?
The largest layoffs in Iowa include Whirlpool Corporation (651 employees), Whirlpool Corporatoin (341 employees), Whirlpool Corporation (341 employees). These are based on official WARN Act filings from the Iowa labor department.
What industries are most affected by layoffs in Iowa?
The most affected industries in Iowa are Technology (59 notices), Manufacturing (47 notices), Finance & Insurance (27 notices).
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