Layoffs in Virginia
WARN Act Notices & Labor Market Data (2026)
Comprehensive layoff tracking for Virginia — combining official WARN Act filings with Bureau of Labor Statistics employment data. Updated daily.
55
WARN Notices
5,107
Employees Affected
48
Companies
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
as of 9/2025
Recent Activity — Last 90 Days
19 new WARN notices filed affecting 2,695 employees in Virginia. 58% of all notices are plant closures.
Virginia Labor Market Overview
Bureau of Labor Statistics data
State Unemployment
3.5%
as of 9/2025
Virginia Employment by Industry
BLS Current Employment Statistics
Total Nonfarm
4,278 employed
Total Private
3,511 employed
Professional and Business Services
806 employed
Education and Health Services
637 employed
Leisure and Hospitality
412 employed
Manufacturing
236 employed
Financial Activities
222 employed
Information
68 employed
Largest Layoffs in Virginia
By number of employees affected
| Company | Employees | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | 691 | Jan 28, 2026 | Closure |
| Yokohama Tire Manufacturing Virginia, LLC | 392 | Jan 16, 2026 | Closure |
| Amazon-bwi1 | 247 | Nov 14, 2025 | Closure |
| Omniplex World Services Corp. | 199 | Jul 14, 2025 | Closure |
| Bear Express LLC | 168 | Jan 27, 2026 | Closure |
Most Affected Industries
Based on WARN Act filings
Frequently Asked Questions
About layoffs in Virginia
How many layoffs have been reported in Virginia?
Virginia has had 55 WARN Act notices filed, affecting 5,107 employees across 48 companies. In the last 90 days, 19 new notices were filed affecting 2,695 workers.
What is the unemployment rate in Virginia?
The unemployment rate in Virginia is 3.5%. The state has a labor force of N/A workers.
Which companies have the largest layoffs in Virginia?
The largest layoffs in Virginia include Amazon (691 employees), Yokohama Tire Manufacturing Virginia, LLC (392 employees), Amazon-bwi1 (247 employees). These are based on official WARN Act filings from the Virginia labor department.
What industries are most affected by layoffs in Virginia?
The most affected industries in Virginia are Energy & Utilities (8 notices), Transportation & Logistics (8 notices), Technology (7 notices).
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