Inflammation alters the composition of fatty acids incorporated into dendritic cells, and that of node-containing adipose tissue, counteracting the effects of dietary lipids. Thus these specialised adipocytes partially emancipate the immune system from fluctuations in the abundance and composition of dietary lipids.
Pay by Region. The best-paying state for welders is Alaska, with an annual mean wage of $67,980, according to the BLS. The state with the most welders is Texas, where the average annual wage is $37,550. Again, this is closer to the average for the profession as a whole. For the top five states in terms of number of welders, the annual mean wage ranges from $37,530 to $42,020 per year.
Workplace and Geography. Welders' pay varies between industries. Electrical and gas utilities are among the highest-paying employers, at $61,110 and $59,620 respectively. Pro sports stadiums employ a small number of welders for maintenance and repairs but pay an average of $67,040. The largest employers are in a number of construction and manufacturing sectors, where pay averages between $35,000 and $37,000.