Layoffs in South Carolina
WARN Act Notices & Labor Market Data (2026)
Comprehensive layoff tracking for South Carolina — combining official WARN Act filings with Bureau of Labor Statistics employment data. Updated daily.
32
WARN Notices
3,990
Employees Affected
30
Companies
4.4%
Unemployment Rate
as of 9/2025
South Carolina Labor Market Overview
Bureau of Labor Statistics data
State Unemployment
4.4%
as of 9/2025
South Carolina Employment by Industry
BLS Current Employment Statistics
Total Nonfarm
2,412 employed
Total Private
2,018 employed
Professional and Business Services
325 employed
Education and Health Services
313 employed
Leisure and Hospitality
293 employed
Manufacturing
260 employed
Financial Activities
126 employed
Information
29 employed
Largest Layoffs in South Carolina
By number of employees affected
| Company | Employees | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limestone University | 478 | Apr 17, 2025 | Closure |
| Compass Group USA, Inc. (dba Chartwells) | 350 | May 14, 2025 | Layoff |
| ASRC Federal | 292 | Feb 27, 2025 | Layoff |
| House of Raeford | 216 | Dec 1, 2025 | Layoff |
| WeDriveU, Inc. | 215 | Jul 29, 2025 | Closure |
Most Affected Industries
Based on WARN Act filings
Frequently Asked Questions
About layoffs in South Carolina
How many layoffs have been reported in South Carolina?
South Carolina has had 32 WARN Act notices filed, affecting 3,990 employees across 30 companies. In the last 90 days, 0 new notices were filed affecting 0 workers.
What is the unemployment rate in South Carolina?
The unemployment rate in South Carolina is 4.4%. The state has a labor force of N/A workers.
Which companies have the largest layoffs in South Carolina?
The largest layoffs in South Carolina include Limestone University (478 employees), Compass Group USA, Inc. (dba Chartwells) (350 employees), ASRC Federal (292 employees). These are based on official WARN Act filings from the South Carolina labor department.
What industries are most affected by layoffs in South Carolina?
The most affected industries in South Carolina are Manufacturing (10 notices), Food & Hospitality (7 notices), Transportation & Logistics (3 notices).
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