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45042 resource guide – Middletown, OH
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Electricity Rates in 45042 (Middletown, OH)
Rates are loading slowly for Middletown, OH. Check back shortly. For outages, contact Duke Energy at 800-543-5599.
Duke Energy delivers power and fixes outages. Competitive provider offers on this page are supply-only generation rates. Compare them to the Price to Compare on your utility bill and on PUCO's Energy Choice Ohio Apples to Apples chart. Delivery charges stay with the utility either way.
OHIO PRICE TO COMPARE (PUCO)
10.49¢/kWh supply · Oct 1 to Oct 31, 2026 · Apples to Apples ↗
PUCO may post a new residential Price to Compare effective Nov 1, 2026. Check Apples to Apples for the current figure before you compare.
Verified 2026-10-23. Energy Choice Ohio · OCC guide ↗
Many Ohio cities, villages and townships buy power for residents through an aggregation program. Check the supply section of your Duke Energy bill or ask the City of Middletown whether you're enrolled. You can still choose your own provider.
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Provider rates updated Oct 23, 2026, 10:58 PM CDT. Source: WattKarma live plan feed. Ohio provider prices are supply-only; they do not include utility delivery charges. Compare supply rates to your utility's Price to Compare (PUCO data as of 2026-10-23). See also the Ohio Consumers' Counsel Energy Choice Ohio guide. Showing last cached data when available.
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Business electricity rates in 45042 (Middletown, OH)
Business rates for 45042 are quoted individually based on usage, load factor, and contract term. Compare business plans on WattKarma or request a custom quote.
Business provider rates are supply-only. Demand and delivery charges stay on your utility bill. Published matrix rates are starting points, not guaranteed quotes for every meter.
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Compare certified electricity providers for supply in this ZIP. Outages and delivery are handled by Duke Energy.
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Gas: CenterPoint Energy Ohio — start 800-838-0933. Leak line 800-227-1376.
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Plans in this ZIP are delivered by Duke Energy. Use the checklist to compare price, term, and contract details.
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POWER OUTAGE
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800-543-5599Outage Tracker ↗GAS LEAK
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800-227-1376More information ↗Leave first, then call 911 and this line from a safe place.
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911For immediate emergencies only.
FAQ · 45042
Common questions
Who is the electric utility in 45042?
Duke Energy delivers power to most of 45042 (Middletown) and handles outages and repairs. Check the utility name on your bill before you compare offers.
What areas does 45042 cover?
Most mapped businesses in 45042 are inside Middletown city limits. The mailing city is Middletown, and your utilities follow the address, not the mailing city.
How many businesses are in 45042?
The Census Bureau's 2023 County Business Patterns counted 355 business establishments in 45042 with about 3,695 employees. That ranks 45042 252nd among 1,222 Ohio ZIP codes by number of businesses. Businesses here on Duke Energy can shop for supply the same way homes can.
Can I choose my electricity provider in 45042?
Yes, if your bill comes from Duke Energy. Ohio lets homes and businesses buy power from a certified retail provider while Duke Energy keeps delivering it. You can also stay on the standard offer.
What is Duke Energy's Price to Compare?
It's the per-kWh supply price you pay Duke Energy if you don't pick a provider. It's printed on your bill and changes during the year. An offer only saves money if it beats that number over the whole contract.
Who do I call when the power goes out in 45042?
Call Duke Energy at 800-543-5599 or report it online. Your retail provider doesn't fix lines. If a line is down, stay away from it and call 911.
Is 45042 in an electric aggregation program?
Many Ohio cities, villages and townships buy power for residents through an aggregation program. Check the supply section of your Duke Energy bill or ask the City of Middletown whether you're enrolled. You can still choose your own provider.
Who provides natural gas in 45042?
CenterPoint Energy Ohio is the main gas utility mapped for 45042. Some addresses are mapped to Duke Energy instead. Confirm the gas company for your address before you call. If you smell gas, leave right away, then call 911 and 800-227-1376 from outside.
