During an investor call with Wall Street analysts in January, Chipotle co-CEO Monty Moran said average wages are at $9 an hour, and that a move to $10 would have an effect,  but not too significant .. That wage range already is higher than $7.25, the current, hourly federal minimum wage. Chipotle spokesman declined to offer further wage details beyond the investor call. Restaurant analyst Anderson said a wage increase to the $10 to $12 level would likely start to have a ripple effect on Chipotle's business. Over time, Chipotle may consider self-service kiosks to offset labor costs, he said.