Iowa has recorded 300 WARN filings over the past 24 months, affecting 11,736 workers across 104 companies. The most active filer is United States Cellular with 60 filings. Most filings are concentrated in West Des Moines, Burlington, and Cedar Rapids. Of these, 92 involved facility closures and 164 were layoff events. Filing dates range from Jul 31, 2024 through Jul 10, 2026. Employers provided an average of 54 days notice before the effective date. Manufacturing accounts for the largest share of affected workers at 49%. Filings in the most recent quarter were higher than the prior quarter, with 36 compared to 35.

Last 24 Months

Workers Affected
11,736
Filings
300
Companies Affected
104
Avg Workers / Filing
39
Top Employer
Whirlpool
1,530 workers
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Largest filing this month Independence Premium Foods 41 workers

Monthly Trend

Monthly avg: 489/mo

Top Cities

Year-over-Year

2026 YTD
2,624
2025
2024

Closure vs. Layoff

Closures — 36% Layoffs — 64%
36%
64%

Filings by Industry

Manufacturing 5,736 workers (49%)
Finance & Insurance 1,098 workers (9%)
Transportation & Warehousing 859 workers (7%)
Retail Trade 803 workers (7%)
Information & Technology 706 workers (6%)
Healthcare & Social Assistance 681 workers (6%)
Administrative & Support Services 401 workers (3%)
Management of Companies 376 workers (3%)

Top Employers Filing in Iowa

Laid off in Iowa?

If your employer filed a WARN notice in Iowa, you are entitled to 60 days advance written notice before your last day. During the notice period, you remain employed with regular pay and benefits. If your employer gave less than 60 days notice, you may be entitled to back pay and benefits for each day of the shortfall. After your last day, file for unemployment insurance with the Iowa workforce agency as soon as possible. Review your COBRA options to continue health coverage for up to 18 months. Visit your local America's Job Center for free career counseling, resume help, and retraining vouchers. Ask specifically about Rapid Response services, which are designed for WARN-affected workers.

File for Iowa Unemployment Insurance

Apply online at the Iowa workforce agency. You may be eligible before your last day.

COBRA and Health Coverage

Continue your employer health plan for up to 18 months, or compare lower-cost options on the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Your Rights Under the WARN Act

Employers with 100 or more employees must give 60 days written notice before mass layoffs or plant closings.

Career Services and Training

Free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining programs through CareerOneStop.

Find Your Local Job Center

America's Job Centers offer free career counseling, resume help, job search assistance, and retraining vouchers for WARN-affected workers. Ask about Rapid Response services.

About This Data

Iowa has expanded 'mini-WARN' requirements with lower thresholds than the federal standard. All data on this page is sourced from official filings published by the Iowa workforce agency. Updated daily on business days. View source data at Iowa workforce agency →

Recent Iowa Filings

All Closures Layoffs 202620252024
CompanyCityTypeWorkersEffectiveFiled
Independence Premium Foods Independence
812 3rd St NE
Layoff 41 2026-08-09 2026-07-10
Wells Fargo 21x in 12 mo West Des Moines
800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy
Layoff 20 2026-09-05 2026-07-07
BrandFX Swea City
405 4th Ave W
Closure 56 2026-08-31 2026-06-30
Great Souther Bank Ankeny
2805 S Ankeny Blvd
Closure 5 2026-10-01 2026-06-30
Great Souther Bank Pleasant Hill
1290 Coper Creek Dr
Closure 4 2026-10-01 2026-06-30
Wells Fargo 21x in 12 mo West Des Moines
800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy
Layoff 43 2026-08-22 2026-06-23
Plastic Products West Branch
228 Tidewater Dr
Closure 77 2026-08-14 2026-06-15
Iowa Department of Management Des Moines
1007 E Grand Ave
Layoff 192 2026-08-03 2026-06-09
Whirlpool Amana
2800 220th Trail
Layoff 288 2026-07-05 2026-06-04
Wells Fargo 21x in 12 mo West Des Moines
800 S Jordan Creek Pkwy
Layoff 1 2026-07-25 2026-05-26
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