Welcome to SeattleWiki.org, the premier digital resource for navigating life, work, and play in the Pacific Northwest. We are a data-driven, community-focused publication dedicated to documenting the rapid evolution of Seattle and the Greater Puget Sound region.
Our Story: The Revival
Originally launched in the early 2000s as a community project, Seattle Wiki began as a grassroots effort to archive local culture. For years, it served as a digital memory bank for everything from underground music venues to neighborhood history.
In 2025, the platform was acquired and revitalized by the Seattle Wiki Editorial Team, a collective of local researchers, urban planners, and writers. We recognized a significant gap in the digital landscape: most online guides were written by travel agencies or tourists, focusing only on the Space Needle and Pike Place Market.
We saw a need for a resource that addressed the realities of living here in 2026:
- Where is the housing market actually affordable right now?
- How does the 2 Line light rail expansion affect daily commutes?
- Where can locals find reliable services without the tourist markup?
We are rebuilding this archive to answer those questions with precision, data, and local insight.
Our Mission
We exist to serve three core communities:
- The Newcomers: Tech workers, healthcare professionals, and students relocating to the region who need a “User Manual” for the city.
- The Locals: Long-time residents seeking verified updates on infrastructure, transit changes, and neighborhood shifts.
- The Budget-Conscious: Because living in Seattle is expensive, we prioritize guides that help you find value, free events, and smart logistical hacks.
Editorial Standards & Methodology
At Seattle Wiki, trust is our currency. Unlike general travel blogs, our content is produced with a strict editorial process:
- Data-Driven: We rely on verified data from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), Sound Transit, and the City of Seattle’s Open Data portal.
- Human-Curated: Every article is written and reviewed by our editorial staff. We do not publish automated or scraped content.
- Local Focus: Our team is based in the Pacific Northwest. We drive the roads, ride the trains, and visit the neighborhoods we write about.
Meet the Team
The Seattle Wiki Editorial Board Our content is curated by a diverse team of contributors, including data analysts, transit enthusiasts, and lifestyle journalists. Instead of relying on a single perspective, we operate as a news desk to ensure every guide is comprehensive and unbiased.
Lead Editor: Team Seattle Wiki Our central desk manages fact-checking and ensures all infrastructure and event news is current for the 2026 calendar year.
Contact Us
We value feedback from our community. Whether you have a correction, a press inquiry, or a tip about a new local development, please reach out to us directly.
General Inquiries & Corrections: 📧 contact@seattlewiki.org
We strive to respond to all legitimate inquiries within 48 hours.