Layoffs in West Virginia
WARN Act Notices & Labor Market Data (2026)
Comprehensive layoff tracking for West Virginia — combining official WARN Act filings with Bureau of Labor Statistics employment data. Updated daily.
26
WARN Notices
3,811
Employees Affected
25
Companies
4%
Unemployment Rate
as of 9/2025
Recent Activity — Last 90 Days
3 new WARN notices filed affecting 821 employees in West Virginia. 85% of all notices are plant closures.
West Virginia Labor Market Overview
Bureau of Labor Statistics data
State Unemployment
4%
as of 9/2025
West Virginia Employment by Industry
BLS Current Employment Statistics
Total Nonfarm
719 employed
Total Private
568 employed
Education and Health Services
144 employed
Professional and Business Services
71 employed
Leisure and Hospitality
70 employed
Manufacturing
44 employed
Financial Activities
25 employed
Information
7 employed
Largest Layoffs in West Virginia
By number of employees affected
| Company | Employees | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Cliffs Warn Received | 885 | Feb 15, 2024 | Closure |
| Greenbrier Minerals | 530 | Feb 13, 2026 | Closure |
| Wvu Research Corporation | 507 | Aug 21, 2025 | Layoff |
| Sodexo | 469 | May 12, 2025 | Closure |
| Itmann Mining Company | 234 | Jun 2, 2025 | Closure |
Most Affected Industries
Based on WARN Act filings
Frequently Asked Questions
About layoffs in West Virginia
How many layoffs have been reported in West Virginia?
West Virginia has had 26 WARN Act notices filed, affecting 3,811 employees across 25 companies. In the last 90 days, 3 new notices were filed affecting 821 workers.
What is the unemployment rate in West Virginia?
The unemployment rate in West Virginia is 4%. The state has a labor force of N/A workers.
Which companies have the largest layoffs in West Virginia?
The largest layoffs in West Virginia include Cleveland Cliffs Warn Received (885 employees), Greenbrier Minerals (530 employees), Wvu Research Corporation (507 employees). These are based on official WARN Act filings from the West Virginia labor department.
What industries are most affected by layoffs in West Virginia?
The most affected industries in West Virginia are Mining & Extraction (15 notices), Healthcare (5 notices), Education (2 notices).
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