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Compare Cincinnati, Ohio electricity companies, current Duke Energy Ohio supply rates, electricity plans, contract terms, renewable options and fees. Learn how to compare competitive suppliers before choosing a plan.
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Rates, supplier availability, fees and promotional offers vary by ZIP code, utility territory and electricity usage. Review the current supplier offer and terms before enrolling.
10.69¢
Duke Energy Ohio Price to Compare*
8.47¢+
Example competitive offers*
1,000 kWh
Common comparison usage
ZIP
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Which Cincinnati electricity plan is right for you?
The lowest advertised rate isn't necessarily the lowest-cost plan. Compare the complete supplier offer against your expected electricity usage.
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Fixed-rate contracts can provide more predictable supply pricing during the contract period.
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Cincinnati electricity rates
Compare Cincinnati electricity providers and rates
These are representative residential competitive supplier offers listed in the Ohio Energy Choice comparison database for Duke Energy Ohio territory. Prices shown represent the electricity supply portion of the bill. Utility delivery charges are separate.
● Rate snapshot: August 2026
| Provider | Example offer | Rate* | Term | Supply at 1,000 kWh* | Monthly Fee | Type | Renewable |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Town Square Energy
Competitive supplier
|
Fixed residential offer |
8.47¢
/kWh
|
12 months | ~$84.70 | $19.95 | Fixed | 0% |
|
Santanna Energy Services
|
Fixed residential offer |
8.53¢
/kWh
|
12 months | ~$85.30 | $0 | Fixed | 0% |
|
Public Power
|
Fixed residential offer |
8.89¢
/kWh
|
9 months | ~$88.90 | $14.95 | Fixed | 0% |
|
Ohio Gas & Electric
|
Fixed residential offer |
9.39¢
/kWh
|
9 months | ~$93.90 | $9.95 | Fixed | 0% |
|
Greenlight Energy
|
Fixed residential offer |
9.00¢
/kWh
|
6 months | ~$90.00 | $0 | Fixed | 0% |
|
Energy Harbor
|
Fixed residential offer |
10.19¢
/kWh
|
9 months | ~$101.90 | $0 | Fixed | 0% |
|
Brighten Energy
|
100% renewable fixed offer |
10.39¢
/kWh
|
9 months | ~$103.90 | $0 | Fixed | 100% |
|
APG&E
|
Fixed residential offer |
10.48¢
/kWh
|
26 months | ~$104.80 | $0 | Fixed | 0% |
*Rates are representative August 2026 snapshots from the Ohio Energy Choice comparison database for Duke Energy Ohio residential territory. Duke Energy Ohio's residential Price to Compare is 10.69¢/kWh for the generation supply portion from July 1 through August 31, 2026. Supplier prices, eligibility, fees and availability can change. Delivery, distribution and transmission charges are separate. Always compare the current supplier offer with your actual bill and review the complete terms before enrolling.
Popular Cincinnati plans
Compare plans by price, term and renewable content
Cincinnati electricity shoppers should look beyond the headline cents-per-kWh price and compare contract length, cancellation fees, monthly charges and renewable content.
Town Square Energy
Fixed residential offer
8.47¢
per kWh*
12 mo.
Term
Fixed
Rate type
$19.95
Monthly fee
- Current Duke Energy Ohio territory offer
- Fixed-rate structure
- Lowest displayed cents-per-kWh rate in this snapshot
- Monthly fee should be included in total-cost comparison
Santanna Energy Services
Fixed residential offer
8.53¢
per kWh*
12 mo.
Term
Fixed
Rate type
0%
Renewable
- Cincinnati-based competitive supplier
- Fixed-rate structure
- No monthly fee shown in this listing
- Check the listed early termination fee
Public Power
Fixed residential offer
8.89¢
per kWh*
9 mo.
Term
Fixed
Rate type
$14.95
Monthly fee
- Competitive supplier offer
- Fixed-rate structure
- Shorter example contract term
- Include monthly fees when comparing total cost
Brighten Energy
100% renewable fixed offer
10.39¢
per kWh*
9 mo.
Term
Fixed
Rate type
100%
Renewable
- 100% renewable-energy content
- Fixed-rate structure
- 9-month example term
- Compare complete supplier terms
Cincinnati electricity guide
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How to choose the best electricity plan
Cincinnati electricity shoppers should compare a supplier's generation price with the Price to Compare on their Duke Energy Ohio bill. The competitive supplier does not replace the utility's delivery service.
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500 kWh
Lower-usage household
Apartments and smaller homes may use less electricity. Check monthly charges because they can have a larger effect at lower usage.
1,000 kWh
Common comparison level
1,000 kWh is commonly used when comparing Ohio electricity offers, but your actual household usage may be different.
2,000 kWh
Higher-usage home
Larger homes and electric heating or cooling can substantially increase annual electricity consumption.
Summer
Watch air-conditioning usage
Cincinnati summers can increase electricity consumption in homes using central air conditioning or other electric cooling.
Understand your bill
What determines your Cincinnati electric bill?
The competitive supplier rate is only one component of what you ultimately pay.
Electricity supply
This is the generation or supply portion that competitive electricity suppliers price in the Ohio Energy Choice marketplace.
Duke Energy Ohio delivery
Duke Energy Ohio handles regulated distribution and delivery charges for customers in its applicable electric service territory.
Supplier fees
Monthly charges, early termination fees and other plan-specific terms can affect the total cost of a competitive electricity plan.
Before you switch
Five things to check before choosing a plan
Compare the supplier's generation rate against the Duke Energy Ohio Price to Compare shown on your bill.
Check whether the plan lasts 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36 or another number of months.
Check the cancellation fee before enrolling, particularly if you may move during the contract.
A lower cents-per-kWh price can be offset by a recurring monthly charge.
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Electricity providers by Cincinnati area
Supplier availability can vary by address and utility territory. Enter your ZIP code to check the plans available to your home.
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Cincinnati electricity FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Important things to know before switching electricity suppliers in Cincinnati, Ohio.
What are the best electricity providers in Cincinnati?
Cincinnati-area customers may find offers from
suppliers such as Town Square Energy, Santanna
Energy Services, Public Power, Energy Harbor,
Brighten Energy, APG&E, Direct Energy, Dynegy and
other certified competitive retail electric
suppliers. The best option depends on your
address, usage and complete plan terms.
What is the current electricity rate in Cincinnati?
Duke Energy Ohio's residential Price to Compare for
the generation supply portion of the bill is
10.69¢ per kWh for July 1 through
August 31, 2026. Competitive supplier offers can be
above or below that benchmark.
Does Cincinnati have deregulated electricity?
Ohio has a competitive retail electricity market.
Eligible customers can select a competitive
electricity supplier while the local utility
continues to provide regulated delivery service.
Does Duke Energy Ohio choose my electricity supplier?
Duke Energy Ohio operates the electric delivery
system and provides standard service for customers
who do not select an alternative supplier. Eligible
customers can compare competitive supplier offers
separately.
What is Duke Energy Ohio's Price to Compare?
The Price to Compare is the benchmark generation
supply price shown on a Duke Energy Ohio customer's
bill. Competitive supplier offers should be
compared against this amount.
Is the cheapest cents-per-kWh rate always best?
No. Check monthly fees, contract length, early
termination fees, renewable content and other
plan-specific charges. Your actual bill also
includes utility delivery charges.
Should I choose a fixed-rate electricity plan?
Fixed-rate plans can provide more predictable
supply pricing during the contract. However,
cancellation fees and contract length should be
considered before enrolling.
Electricity pricing disclosure: Rates shown on this page are representative August 2026 market snapshots and can change frequently. Duke Energy Ohio's 10.69¢/kWh Price to Compare applies to the generation supply portion for July 1 through August 31, 2026. Competitive supplier rates vary by ZIP code, eligibility, contract, fees and plan terms. Supplier rates do not represent the complete delivered electricity bill. Distribution, transmission, taxes and other utility charges may apply. Always review the current supplier offer and applicable terms before enrolling.