It just depends on which area of the country you are in. The average cost here in Ohio is between $350-$450.00 for a very good taxidermist.There are hackers that are charging less of course. If you charged $600-$700 for a shoulder mount here in Ohio, you would be taken in very little, if any, work at all.If you were in a state maybe like NY, where everything is more expensive, then you may expect to pay $600-$700 for a good mount.