Pluto in Capricorn Meaning and Personality Traits

Pluto in Capricorn people like to be in control. They can be autocratically stubborn, oblivious to the needs of others and quite demanding and possessive.

Once they set their sights on something or someone, they will not let go until they have completely consumed or destroyed the object of their affection - even if that love is only for a brief love affair.

Their controlling nature extends to trying to make others conform to their ideas of what is right and proper.

What Does Pluto in Capricorn Mean?

Pluto in Capricorn individuals are strong-willed and resourceful. Strong sense of self, which they will defend to the hilt, sometimes making them appear stubborn or pig-headed to others.

Ambitious, possess a ‘can do’ attitude and are quite persistent in achieving their goals. Pluto rules underground wealth so they would fare well in jobs that involve industry, mining and/or construction.

In their life, Pluto in Capricorn people are demanding perfectionists on the inside. They may have experienced some form of trauma in childhood or along life’s way and it has affected their inner workings. The good news is that this placement can be worked with so that these people can come out to blossom during adulthood.

They are all about depth, intensity and perseverance. Although these folks do not express their emotions very easily, they are actually extremely sensitive and susceptible to feelings of rejection.

Pluto’s domination of Capricorn gives these people a serious mission in life. Whatever they set their mind to do, they complete the task thoroughly, striving for perfection. These also don’t like to be around people who lie or who aren’t direct and honest with them.

This is an intense and passionate placement which gives depth and intensity to the characters. With Pluto in Capricorn you may not want to do things or be involved in things, while you are waiting for your emotions to run their course.

However, when the time is right this placement can give great success in the patriarchal areas of life, such as business and politics.

They are ambitious, and work hard for their rewards. They recognize obligations and responsibilities, strive to meet them, often against great odds. Money is very important to them, and they may work hard to attain a high standard of living.

Pluto in Capricorn Woman

Pluto in Capricorn women tend to reveal who they really are when it comes to their career. They are ambitious, success-oriented, and believe in the power of money and status.

These ladies learn quickly and when they set their minds on something, they won’t let go until they have it. Pluto in Capricorn women are familiar with analyzing every angle of a situation or problem in order to find the solution that will achieve their desired goal.

Like the mythical deity that rules this sign, these women have an abundance of power, and aren’t afraid to use it.

She is a serious, no-nonsense lady. Demanding and controlling, but trustworthy and still loyal to her family. This woman finds happiness in being an executive but may also want to be the one behind the throne, that is if she isn’t there already.

She takes life seriously and handles it on her own terms. She is always in pursuit of power, success and prestige.

The Pluto in Capricorn woman is very independent. She is not a submissive or dependent woman, but rather an ambitious and proactive individual.

She wants to achieve her goals and will do whatever it takes to get her where she wants to be. If this includes pouring all of her energy into work and sacrificing certain things in life, then so be it.

They may be dramatic and mysterious. As a Pluto in Capricorn woman, you have the cool beauty of the snake and the stubbornness of the mule.

You know how to hold your own. You’re solid and practical with a bit of an edge, but you’re not afraid to be compassionate when called for. In other words, you’re everything I mentioned in yesterday’s blog entry!

The Pluto in Capricorn woman tends to be methodical and diligent, but also strong willed and tenacious. She is extraordinarily ambitious, determined, focused, faithful and loyal.

Her brain is hardwired to think big–she can’t resist a challenge or an opportunity. She loves to work hard and reap the benefits that come from her efforts.

She is shrewd, predatory and hardworking, with a good business sense and cool, rational intellectual ability. Pluto in Capricorn girls are not the type to cry on a shoulder or pour out feelings onto the pages of a diary.

They keep their emotions to themselves and don’t readily confide in others. This makes them seem insensitive, even heartless. The truth is that they are very private people who carry a lot within themselves.

Pluto in Capricorn Man

Always willing to work hard for a better future, the Pluto in Capricorn man will not be satisfied with less than 100 percent.

This determination can drive these men to the top, but it can also leave them feeling isolated from social activities. In a relationship he will have an extremely faithful partner willing to follow him into any situation that they encounter together.

Men who have Pluto in Capricorn are characteristically very intense, powerful and controlling. They also appear to have an image about him that is mysterious and quite enigmatic.

Most likely he will be the only one who knows the truth about himself as well as his past. He may seem peculiar and mysterious even as a boy, seeming a bit different from his friends around him.

Pluto in Capricorn men are ambitious, power-driven, and career oriented people with a strong desire for success. They are dominating in their relationships and they can be ruthless in their pursuits.

Being a Pluto in Capricorn means that you are a dutiful person, hardworking and do everything with your heart.

You have a strong sense of discipline which allows you to resist temptations. Your life energy is about justice, fairness and balance. You immerse yourself in work and whatever you do, you put your whole heart into it.

People who have Pluto in Capricorn are very aware of status and tend to pretend to be someone they aren’t. They like to stick with the tried and true and don’t like changes in their life.

These individuals will often go for the older woman or man because they want someone who has life experience.

Pluto in Capricorn is a popular sign to have placed within your chart because it offers so many positive attributes that can then be utilized to enrich your life.

Pluto in Capricorn Transit Meaning

This Pluto in Capricorn transit will affect you for a long time. The planet Pluto (power) in this transit will make you narrow, practical and if needed, even ruthless.

It might be hard to understand this because its power is stronger than usually. But this is how it’s going to be. You are going to stay focused on earthy topics like gains, assets, reputation etc. There is only one way to gain these things - hard work!

The Pluto in Capricorn transit will first bring the necessity to take on more responsibility in the world. This may be in a job or career, or even publicly through participation in work and volunteer organizations.

The next portion of the transit will involve focusing on change and regeneration. After that time, Pluto will leave Capricorn leaving us with a new hunger for travel and growth.

This transit is a new phase of your life and is usually the time when you come into power. It’s a time when your influence over people can be very strong, and you may find it easier to get what you want.

Pluto in Capricorn influences our sense that something big has shifted in the world order. This will be an influence that lasts many years, and everyone will feel it just slightly differently. It is a time to rethink long held values with careful consideration for the highest good of all.

Capricorn is the sign of institutional power so this transit could show up as institutions being challenged by social forces. They might even have to adapt current beliefs to more accurately reflect reality as they are no longer socially viable or relevant.

This transit can be extremely beneficial for some zodiac signs, but very challenging for others. This is a period of transformation that will bring major changes to governmental and institutional structures.

Pluto in Capricorn Generation

This generation of Pluto in Capricorn is taking this planets ability to increase the value and power of any element, idea or thing to the next level. Their passion is built on a foundation with integrity and perseverance.

Those that remember this time period may recognize distinct differences between their younger and older selves, and many may wonder why they have never felt like a typical Capricorn.

Shifts have already started with the Pluto in Capricorn generations as individuals who are already alive today—the real way to get ahead in a Pluto in Capricorn generation is through businesses, inventions, knowledge or works that benefit humanity.

Pluto rules subterranean spaces and Capricorn loves to make its mark on the world. The generation born during the latter half of the twentieth century may well be the one to reconcile issues of community and individuality and to develop a more mature understanding of what it means to be human.

This is a generation of powerful and ambitious people who, during the Age of Aquarius, became a little lost and disillusioned.

Although this generation can be very hard working, they are almost always busy and have difficulty relaxing. They usually suffer from scattered energies, impatience and nervousness (especially about time).

Education is very important to them and they do not believe in living beyond their means. Their motto is work hard, play hard. They march to the beat of their own drum and must have a sense of humor at all times.

This generation’s coming of age affected by Pluto in Capricorn dictates an attitude of conservatism and practicality. These folks want things “their way” and no other way.

Possessing a strong work ethic, they expect their home to be a working environment. They will take the time to organize, label and store their possessions and everything has its place.

Now It's Your Turn

And now I’d like to hear from you.

Is your natal Pluto in Capricorn?

What does this placement say about your personality?

Please leave a comment below and let me know.