Store Closure Watch

Iowa store closures — July 2026

Store Closure Watch has tracked 155 verified closure events in Iowa in 2026, including 17 with WARN filings. Source: Four Lights Analytics.

Data updated: July 4, 2026

155
tracked events (2026)
17
WARN filings
46
new this week
10+
cities affected
top cities shown below

By event type

  • Closure134
  • Layoff11
  • Bankruptcy7
  • Restructuring3

Top sectors

  • Restaurants & Bars26
  • Pharmacy9
  • Manufacturing / Industrial4
  • Apparel & Fashion4
  • Financial Services4

Chains closing in Iowa

Top Iowa cities

  • Cedar Rapids40
  • Des Moines8
  • West Des Moines5
  • Iowa City5
  • Ames4
  • Amana4
  • Traer4
  • Ottumwa4
  • Coralville3
  • Sioux City3

Iowa closures — FAQ

How many stores are closing in Iowa?
Four Lights Analytics has tracked 155 verified closure events in Iowa in 2026, including 17 with WARN filings. Source: Store Closure Watch, updated 2026-07-04.
Which cities in Iowa have the most closures?
The Iowa cities with the most tracked closures are Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, and West Des Moines. Source: Four Lights Analytics Store Closure Watch.
Which chains are closing stores in Iowa?
Chains with the most tracked Iowa closures include NuCara Pharmacy, GameStop, and Planned Parenthood. Address-level data for every location is available to subscribers at storeclosurewatch.com.

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